Samuel Dejong, born in 1971 in De Bilt as Johannes Samuel de Jong, The Netherlands, is a self-taught artist who lives and works in Amsterdam. His remarkable journey bridges the disciplines of science, medicine, and art, culminating in a creative practice that reflects his lifelong fascination with nature, cosmology, and spirituality.

Before fully dedicating himself to art, Samuel Dejong pursued an career in medicine and science. He studied medicine and surgery in Amsterdam and earning a PhD in Pathology. As a scientist and physician, he specialized in surgical oncology, pathology, and fluorescent optical imaging. This scientific background profoundly influences his artistic work, allowing him to develop new techniques and materials to express his vision.

Samuel Dejong’s art is a profound blend of scientific precision and emotional depth, offering viewers a reflective space to explore the mysteries of both the universe and the human experience. Living and working in Amsterdam, he continues to push the boundaries of creativity, seeking to transcend the chaos of the modern world through his evocative and thought-provoking art.