On prospecting in Beerlegem

Trip to Beerlegem (Zwalm, East Flanders), where a suitable tree can be found for Die malle Jan. The tree was felled by the storm and is about 10 metres long. After writing a letter to the Earl and Countess of the estate, the tree could be examined on site for the first time.

With Die malle Jan, Max Pairon wants to transport an oak tree felled by a storm to Ghent by himself. He wants to use this project not only to collect stories, but also to reflect on how we as humans deal with materials and transport. During this journey, he therefore wants to challenge passers-by who cross his path to change their plans and take part in this trek. The tree will ultimately serve as a load carrier for a new floor in the studio of De Koer, a social and artistic organisation in Ghent.