Mina Rwina DIR (2024)

textile, plastic, existing artworks and artisanal works

Want to know more about a piece of the installation? Take a picture and contact Simomo Bouj directly:
+316 27 22 26 42
List of artworks and artists:

• Aziz Bekkaoui
• Bijzonder Amsterdam / Cordaan
• Jacquelien Gosschalk de Leeuw X Carmen Schabracq
• Carpet Berber Artisanal HAUTE Mohammed
• Chris Groos
• Damien Ajavon
• David Traveras
• Gert Wessels
• Jimmy X Hardeman (No limits! Art Castle – Outsiderwear)
• Kasbah Kosmic
• Kevin Pieterse
• Lynn van Hal
• Maxivive
• Jan Hoek
• MAISON the Faux
• Mipinta
• Mounir Edib
• MYOWN / Majon v.d. Schot
• NO LIMITS! Art Castle Galerie
• Patta / Osmel Herman (Outsider Galerie X No limits! Art Castle – Outsiderwear)
• Saaber Bachir (No limits! Art Castle – Outsiderwear)
• Sexyland_world
• Thelma Boateng
• Wieger Windhorst & Wildbarz (No limits! Art Castle – Outsiderwear)
• Yeoja Makes Yunil Jeon

Created with
Sacha Zwiers (set design)
Tacenda (artist assistant)
Martijn Maiwald & Joost Halbertsma (technicians)

Assisted by
Amy Pratt & Justine Karamira
Initiated by Simomo Bouj

MINA RWINA DIR is a unique iteration crafted specifically for Buro Stedelijk. After three years of collaboration with diverse venues and organizations, MINA RWINA has encountered challenges next to its many beautiful opportunities during its interactions with traditional venues and the public. While feeling a bit drained, this project has sparked a transformative journey for many participating artists. The friction of creating a space that encourages public engagement and adaptability in the Netherlands has proven to be challenging and enlightening.

Embracing a belief in finding connection through difference, Simomo Bouj has developed an upgraded secure version called MINA RWINA DIR. By tapping into their nurturing side, Simomo showcases a protective strategy without sacrificing the flexibility, right of opacity, and beauty that define this project.

“The question at hand is how can I engage with an entitled audience or venue without compromising our own values? And how do we create longevity?”

Approaching the next steps is much like a parent dealing with children who “don’t know better”. Simomo aims to protect their cherished values while letting go of certain controls. Just as parents learn to accept their children’s Unworldliness while safeguarding their beloved furniture. By using couche armour, Parents find a mental release, The fragileness can keep existing in this environment. Simomo’s desire is to continue participating in the art field without compromising.

So Let us just Plasticize this entire BISH!!