Working from his studio in Almere near Amsterdam, Willem Koot (b. 1948) creates sculptures in stone and bronze. Beginning with clay miniatures shaped by his dreams, he selects various marbles for their reflective qualities and unique fragments. His work is defined by abstract forms—irregular circles, architectural arches, and motifs reminiscent of baskets or wings. While the bronzes are cast and finished at Atelier80, a renowned foundry, Koot's sculptures consistently engage with themes of struggle, vulnerability, and the search for meaning. His pieces have been exhibited regionally, at local art fairs, and in his own sculpture garden.