Milan Sipistoo
Milan Sipistoo

Milan Sipistoo

Milan Sipistoo is a Dutch professional artist whose work explores what it means to be human. From his studios in Amsterdam and Utrecht, he creates expressive paintings and installations that invite viewers to look beyond the visible world.

I create a bridge between the visible and the invisible. My works carry ancient symbols of Indigenous peoples that do not explain, but unsettle, move and evoke an inner response. For me, this is where the essence of art resides.

About the artist

Born in 1994 and rooted in both Dutch and French heritage, Sipistoo has developed a distinctive visual language that is expressive and spiritually grounded. His work often touches on themes of transition, other realities and the unseen. From a young age, he was inspired by a family member, the renowned artist Wil Wiegant. Through this influence, he developed a fascination with the Dutch CoBrA movement and its intuitive, powerful use of colour, which continues to resonate in his practice today.

A symbolic visual language

Sipistoo’s artist name comes from the Blackfoot word for “owl”, reflecting his deep interest in Indigenous cultures and their spiritual symbolism. The owl has since become a recurring motif in his work, representing wisdom, transformation and connection to other realms.

After completing a master’s degree in geriatrics, existential questions became central to his artistic practice. His paintings and installations often reference transitional phases, the afterlife and parallel realities, inviting viewers to look beyond the surface.

Inspiration and recognition

Indigenous cultures and ancestral traditions form a strong source of inspiration for Sipistoo. He believes that much of the spiritual knowledge once honoured by these cultures has been lost or overlooked in contemporary society. Through his work, he pays tribute to these traditions, translating their symbolism, storytelling and use of colour into a contemporary artistic language.

At the age of 25, Sipistoo experienced his artistic breakthrough, with multiple national television appearances and a presentation of his work on Times Square in New York. His growing recognition led to exhibitions at the Singer Laren Museum, a presentation of his work to members of the Dutch Royal Family, and a major solo exhibition at Felix Meritis in Amsterdam.

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