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januari 10, 2025

Documentary Screening: With One Eye Open

Immerse your self in the series

Amsterdam Street Art & art’otel Amsterdam presents:

With One Eye Open, a unique exploration of graffiti culture through the lens of documentary filmmaker Jonathan Pieterse.

Curated by Jasper van Es as part of the With One Eye Open exhibition, this event invites you to discover rare and intimate perspectives on graffiti photography through four compelling short films:

Episode 1: The Trainwriter – #MIACrew #Australia
Episode 2: Cat Cent Cat – @catcentcat
Episode 3: Edward Nightingale – @edward.nightingale
Episode 4: Alex Fakso – @alexfakso

Hosted by Robin Vermeulen, the night features a Q&A with Pieterse, live beats by DJ Macksta C, and a welcome drink to set the tone.

Let’s come together to celebrate art, storytelling, and culture in an evening curated to inspire and connect. Secure your tickets now!

Jonathan Pieterse

Jonathan Pieterse is a Dutch filmmaker and photographer based in Amsterdam. By blending realism with aesthetic cinematography, he brings a raw yet poetic touch to documentary filmmaking. He began by documenting graffiti culture, telling the stories of artists and their landscapes. Over time, his work evolved into a broader exploration of human identity.

With a self-taught foundation complementing his Bachelor of Arts degree, Jonathan worked for VICE News, where he further developed both his artistic and journalistic approach. In 2023, his film City – Work of Fiction won the Best Short Film award at Blind Walls Film Fest, showcasing his ability to intertwine art and documentary storytelling.

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