As an archaeologist, I am fascinated by how material culture, landscape, and imagination shape our understanding of the human past. In my exhibition work I always aim to bring the past to life — transforming archaeological discoveries into experiences that invite reflection, curiosity, and connection.
I’ve been lucky enough to work at several museums on very different kinds of exhibitions. Whether exploring the vanished landscapes of Doggerland, the transformative power of fire and long-distance connections in the Bronze Age, or the many-layered history of the Netherlands in Labyrinthia, or the nostalgic journey of Retourtje Verleden my goal is to connect audiences with heritage in ways that feel both intellectually meaningful and emotionally resonant.
Whenever I work on exhibitions, I strive to combine rigorous scholarship with strong narrative design — balancing scientific accuracy, aesthetic appeal, and accessibility. I love collaborating with curators, designers, artists, and fellow researchers, all driven by a shared goal: to make heritage both meaningful and memorable.
Ultimately, my work seeks to bridge science and storytelling, to show that archaeology is not only about what we find, but about what those discoveries can tell us about being human — then, now, and in the future. In this part of my website, I share some of my favorite projects.