Dirk Hoogeveen
Artist, architect
I like to build things
In cities and landscapes(Outside is nice, site-specific interventions)
Rotterdam, NL
The mexicano is an iconic product. It can be found in any snackbar. Firstly, I was intrigued by its onconventional shape. Why did this family in Dordrecht press herbed meat into a mold? Why did they choose this caterpillar like form?
Just as food brings together people. I trade my mexicano’s with fellow artist’s, I trade them for their works or for their words. I believe in the power of dialogue, as way to shape idea’s and as a way to develop a position. The mexicano became a tool for me to develop my understanding of what the artistic profession means. I always keep one with me in the in my inside pocket. They work great for unexpected encounters.
The mexicano evolves from being just snackbarfood to being a prop for these conversations.