In 1998 Loek Grootjans (Arnemuiden 1955) invited anyone who wanted to become acquainted with his work to climb a mountain in the Alps with him (Sugar Mountain Travel). The difficult journey would lead not only to a panoramic view of a magnificent landscape but also to insight on the artistry of Grootjans. In a setting of snow-topped mountains, there would be a conversation on monochrome painting, on art history and philosophy and on the desire to “chart out EVERYTHING and say NOTHING. website of the artist