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An Entrepreneurial Life Abroad

Originally from Mexico, Riikc is an entrepreneur, artist, and writer living in Brussels, Belgium. Follow his atypical, self-taught journey here.

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My sculptures made it to the front page of 3dprint.com! "...his interest has led him to create standout sculptures that are a combination of human anatomy and mathematical or geometric perfection." #3dprint @3doodler @hideo_kojima
Weekends hit different in México. 🍖 ⛰️
「December 5th, 2020」 Bruxelles
I have big news! I am proud to announce that I have received a grant from the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles to continue my art and materials research throughout 2021. This vote of confidence means the world to me, and I am thrilled that it will make a whole year of artwork and creativity possible. When I moved from Mexico to Belgium years ago, it was with the single goal of becoming a professional artist. I have taken several professional twists and turns over the years, but I am incredibly excited that in 2021, I will have the opportunity to work full time in the arts. So what’s to come next year? I have several projects that I will be developing, all focused on ways to combine new technologies with traditional artistic methods. I’ll be sharing more details about these projects — including some very cool new collaborations — in the coming weeks. In the meantime, a huge thank you to all of my friends and family who have supported this crazy idea to pursue the arts. For many creatives, the idea of a full career as an artist seems completely out of reach. I am so grateful that my dream is getting that much closer.
We set the date for our lockdown wedding with two weeks to spare. Since we couldn't shop around for jewelers for our wedding bands, I decided to make my own rings at home, using a plaster mold and bismuth. After a first attempt using a 3D printer, which didn't quite go as planned, I landed on version 2— carved wax rings that would eventually be molded in plaster for a "lost wax casting" in bismuth. I trimmed down a lot of details with a dremel, and the rings are ready for the courthouse. I love it when these ideas turn out well. I'm pretty happy with the results! 💍💍 @caroline_kamm #weddingbands #lockdowncreativity #bismuth
IT'S HAPPENING! In a couple of weeks, @caroline_kamm and I will be married in the Brussels Grand Place, right where we met 6 years ago. Since our friends and family are spread all over the world, we decided to set up a stream right from the courthouse. We'd love it if you could join us on December 5th! www.rickandcaro.wedding
Have I been sculpting for one hour or three days? Plastic ran out, so I had to take a break. This moon needs a face! 🌝 #workinprogress #lostwaxcasting @3doodler #lockdowncreativity
I'm thankful for 2020. It's been a shit year, but I've been surrounded by the best team. We will make it through this one and many more to come. #keeponkeepingon 👊
Last one before I go. This painting in progress will have to wait until I come back in a couple of weeks. A first layer of 24K gold leaf has been set on the geometrical figure, and the mix will dry for some days. #goldexperience #goldleafart #24kmagic #ventoaureo #sacredgeometryart #20x20