Zimmermann - Garden of Transformations - A dynamic modern painting by Zimmermann depicting evolving natural elements in an abstract expressionist style with rich earthy tones and organic shapes.

Jacques Zimmermann

Jacques Zimmermann (born September 7, 1929, in Hoboken, Belgium) is a distinguished Belgian painter, draftsman, and sculptor. He pursued studies in art history and techniques at the Institut Saint-Luc in Brussels. Initially self-taught in painting, Zimmermann began his artistic journey with sculpture and theater decoration. In 1957, he joined the Phases movement, which explored a neo-surrealist aesthetic blending figurative and abstract elements.

Painting style & Expositions

Zimmermann’s work is celebrated for its dreamlike landscapes that merge invented forms with imaginary scenery. His paintings often feature dynamic, lanceolate trajectories that evoke both vegetal and mineral sensations, creating a sense of movement and depth. Over the decades, his style has evolved, reflecting influences from lyrical abstraction and surrealism, while maintaining a unique and expressive approach.  

Throughout his career, Zimmermann has exhibited extensively in Belgium and internationally. His works are part of numerous private and public collections, including the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium in Brussels and the Phoenix Art Museum in the United States. In 2014, he was awarded the Prix Gaston Bertrand, honoring his significant contributions to Belgian painting.