Sjoerd van Acker (1997) is a New Media Artist also known as NO FISH based in Utrecht. Born in the Netherlands and having spent formative years in Africa, he graduated from the University of the Arts Utrecht (HKU) with a degree in Image and Media Technology. During an internship with the pioneering theatre group PIPS:lab, he discovered his passion for XR, which continues to this day.

Van Acker creates immersive experiences that investigate hidden forms of connection. In his graduation project “rLung” (2020), audiences explore their surroundings through breath. His debut “ELELE” (2022), winner of the Crystal Owl Award for best interaction, transforms strangers’ hands into a kaleidoscopic dance. His latest work, “Lingering Echoes” (2024), invites visitors to build upon past traces, revealing how our present actions ripple into the future.

Through intuitive and interactive experiences, Van Acker reveals unseen relationships between people, places, and time, inviting audiences to rediscover their place in the world.

As a Creative Technologist, he bridges the gap between art and technology, helping artists, filmmakers, and museums bring their visions to life. His role extends beyond technical execution as he actively collaborates in the creative process to shape the final experience.

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