The Journey to the Finals

Project Rembrandt 2019

Behind the Scenes of the National TV Competition

In 2019, Suzana’s exceptional technical skill and artistic vision were recognized on the national stage when she was selected to compete in NPO 1's premier art competition, Project Rembrandt. Standing out among hundreds of talented artists across the Netherlands, Suzana advanced all the way to the finals. Her time on the show culminated in a two-month public exhibition of her work at Amsterdam’s world-renowned Rijksmuseum

Below, explore the standout masterworks created by Suzana during the competition, praised by the jury and audiences alike

The Final Entry: "The Only Certainty is Uncertainty"

Created for the final episode of the program, this powerful piece was highly praised by the jury for its striking emotional impact and technical excellence.

The Accolade: at the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam.

The Honors: Awarded First Prize and named "Artist of the Week" by Art Gallery International, solidifying its international impact.

The Replica Study: "De Apostel Paulus" (The Apostle Paul)

A meticulous master study replica created during the national competition on NPO1. 

The Accolade: Exhibited for two months at the Rijksmuseum as part of the special 'Long Live Rembrandt' anniversary exhibition.

The Honors: This specific work was so compelling it was prominently featured on stage during the theatre performance Rembrandt & the Golden Age by Hans Visser and Irena Filippova.

Watch the Journey

Experience the intensity, critiques, and breakthroughs of the competition. The full episodes of Project Rembrandt (Season 1, 2019) are available to stream online via NPO Start.