Kenne Grégoire Dutch, b. 1951

Kenne Grégoire (1951 Netherlands) is a contemporary Dutch painter, renowned for his realistic and figurative art. He studied at the Rijksakademie van Beeldende Kunsten in Amsterdam (1967-1973), where he was mentored by teachers including Otto B. de Kat. In 1973, he was awarded the prestigious Silver Prix de Rome, which allowed him to further develop his studies, including a scholarship and study trip to Italy in 1976.

Grégoire primarily works in still lifes, portraits, figures, landscapes, and architectural interiors. His work combines traditional painting techniques, such as grisaille with transparent color layers, with modern perspectives. He is recognized for his meticulous attention to detail, texture, and his exploration of beauty and decay within his compositions.

Throughout his career, he has exhibited in several Dutch museums, including the Singer Museum in Laren, Kunsthal Rotterdam, and Museum De Buitenplaats in Eelde, as well as international galleries such as Arcadia Fine Art in New York. He has also participated in art fairs such as PAN Amsterdam and Realism Amsterdam.

Notable commissions include a portrait of King Willem-Alexander for the Stedelijk Museum Kampen and murals and artworks for commercial and public projects, including the Holland America Line cruise ships. His work has been featured in books and catalogs, including Kenne Grégoire, an Overview (2009) and Feest (2016).