Tiiu Meiner
I’m Tiiu Meiner (she/her, b.1995), a curator, writer, and educator based in Rotterdam. At the core of my practice is language as a material, a concept that connects my work across exhibitions, publications, performances, and workshops. I’m drawn to storytelling within design, craft, and art, where I work to unveil the cultural forces shaping our relationships, traditions, and ways of being in the world. Through a grounded, empathetic approach, I explore how cultural traditions and material heritage intersect, shaping not only objects but also our ways of moving and perceiving. My work examines the historical, social, and economic forces that influence our present, aiming to make complex connections accessible while preserving their depth.
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In addition to curating, I mentor emerging designers, supporting their development and helping them articulate their ideas. I teach writing within the design and art sectors, guiding students to effectively communicate their narratives. I also specialize in crafting funding applications, assisting designers in securing the resources necessary to bring their projects to fruition.
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I’ve collaborated with institutions like Nieuwe Instituut, Design Academy Eindhoven, and Noorderlicht International Photo Festival, and my writing has appeared in Disegno Journal, Dezeen, and other publications. As co-host of the OOOReading Club, along with Anna Bierler, I create space for people to explore language as a tool for expression and connection. Through reading and writing, we encourage participants to view words as a means of understanding and interacting with the world around them.
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