As part of the Parcours d’Artistes in Saint-Gilles many artists had their home open for visitors during the week-end. We ended up in the home of a very interesting and friendly man and artist.
Mr. La Haye will soon turn 71 years old. Born in 1939 and holding a PhD in law, he was the last Belgian judge to leave Congo. When he came back to Belgium he started to paint. He is an autodidact, and it seems like he gets inspiration from his years in Congo. Many of his works are in the same style. Actually, based on the 50 paintings we saw, all are in the same category. That is, they picture naked or almost naked black women.
Some of the paintings are self-portraits. La Haye is not intimidated by painting himself dressed up as a judge next to a not as fully clothed lady. An interesting mix that frequently figures in the art of magistrate La Haye.
Mr. La Haye is the first Belgian artist I meet. To me it seems like he is a good representative for the general Belgian painter. It was enriching to get to learn more about typical Belgian art.
Former judge La Haye in his home next to a model (who actually called him 'Papa' - can it be more classy?) and a few masterpieces.
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