Prepare to be captivated by the fusion of art, engineering, and nature as the legendary Strandbeest by Theo Jansen will be present at this year’s CAN REON Festival 2025.
Theo Jansen is a Dutch artist and kinetic sculptor. Originally trained as a physicist at Delft University of Technology, Jansen transitioned to art and engineering, blending his scientific background with his creative vision.
The Strandbeest, a kinetic sculpture resembling a walking creature, has been evolving for over three decades under Jansen’s ingenious craftsmanship. Built from lightweight materials like PVC, this intricate structure harness the power of wind to move gracefully across the ground, mimicking the gait of living organisms.
Theo Jansen’s work challenges our perception of life and motion, blurring the lines between machine and creature. At the festival, you’ll have the opportunity to see the Strandbeest up close. You can immerse yourself further in the world of the Strandbeest with an open-air screening of Strandbeest Evolution 2021.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast, an engineer, or simply curious, this event promises an experience that celebrates the intersection of creativity, innovation, and the natural world.
Join us at CAN REON Festival 2025 to celebrate the magic of the Strandbeest and feel the thrill of seeing it walk among us—that is, if we manage to tame the beast and get it to walk. No guarantees!
