Oifik Youssefi
Oifik Youssefi (1992) was born in The Hague. From a young age, Oifik has engaged himself with visual arts: whether it was drawing or sculpting, he tried it all.
Throughout the years, Oifik’s interest in discovering art and working with images improved at a staggering rate. Not a single school book or sheets of paper were left un-doodled. A year-long internship at an art gallery in The Hague in his teens improved Oifik’s sense of imagery and concepting, tipping the scales and setting in stone his ambition to pursue a career in being a visual artist.
After doing a Bachelor of Arts in journalism at the Utrecht School of Journalism, working the hours at news stations and spending seven months in Seoul (South Korea), Oifik has shifted his gaze from artistry to human interest and storytelling. Though both artistry and journalism share its unique and charming traits, fully committing to just one or the other didn’t sit right with Oifik. As such, he graduated and pursued a career in academia at the graduate school of social sciences at the University of Amsterdam, with the aim of getting a better and more sophisticated understanding of the world around him. The match was quickly lit, and science opened up new paths for him to discover.
However, after getting his MSc in political economy, Oifik noticed his love for visual arts and videography came back to haunt him for the better. From 2017 to 2019 Oifik worked at Dutch public broadcasting station BNNVARA as a digital creator, focusing on directing and shaping ideas – bringing together storytelling with effective imagery. The journey continued, and he was given the opportunity to put his director skills to the ultimate test – far away from home: travelling to seven African countries and shooting travel videos and documentaries for a Dutch travel agency in Nairobi.
All of the above combined made Oifik the creator he is today. The international experience in particular opened up new ways for him to assess visuals and videography, resulting in an approach that crosses more than one border.
Thomas asselman
Thomas Asselman (2001), is a music producer and visual designer.
Musically, Thomas is authentic as it gets: actively browsing the world and translating his experiences to the ‘soundtrack of everyone and no one’s life’ (his words, by the way lol).
An eclectic at heart, his inductive and contemporary design make him an ideal match for Headspace Station as a conceptual designer. Balancing sonic and visual creativity, Thomas aims to contribute substantially to the evolution of the brand.
At the dawn of the new millennium, Thomas Asselman began his journey that would eventually see him become a standout music producer and visual designer. With an intrinsic appreciation for diverse cultures, Thomas channels global influences, such as the tranquil beats of Brazilian music, into his creative process. His ability to weave a universal appeal into his work showcases his unique approach to art and design.
Thomas’s approach to visual design echoes a modern, inductive style. He places his finger on the pulse of contemporary trends, infusing them with his individual flair to tell compelling stories that complement his musical compositions. This balance between auditory and visual expression is precisely what makes Thomas a natural fit for Headspace Station.
Ultimately, Thomas Asselman is more than a music producer and visual designer; he’s a creative storyteller whose work transcends boundaries. With Headspace Station, he’s poised to continue weaving his unique narratives, integrating his understanding of global cultures, rhythmic subtleties, and innovative design concepts into the fabric of the brand.
Chris Pencu
Chris Pencu (2002), is a multi-disciplinary visual and spatial designer.
Raw, bombastic and in-your-face. His designs are awesome, too.
Chris’ conceptual thinking doesn’t limit him to just digital design. On the contrary, his broad understanding of offline media makes Chris an amazing addition to Headspace. Fun fact: he’s even able to process photos into knitwork.
Chris Pencu is an exceptionally multidisciplinary visual designer with in-depth expertise in spatial design. Embarking on his creative odyssey in 2018, he has rapidly risen through the ranks of the design world to establish himself as a versatile visionary.
Throughout his career, Chris has accumulated a rich and diverse portfolio. He has lent his artistic talents to various sectors, from music to fashion. In the musical arena, he has designed for illustrious artists like Bladee and Rxpapi, capturing the essence of their work in visual forms that resonate with audiences. In the realm of fashion, Chris has executed designs for clothing brands such as Didu. His value as a collaborator is exemplified by his fruitful partnership with Ryan Hawaii, a designer who had the privilege of working with the late Virgil Abloh. Further attesting to his multi-faceted abilities, Chris has also graced the runway as a model for high-profile brands like Alyx, Calvin Klein, and Rick Owens, thus cementing his authoritative presence in the broader creative industry.
Throughout his career, Chris has accumulated a rich and diverse portfolio. He has lent his artistic talents to various sectors, from music to fashion. In the musical arena, he has designed for illustrious artists like Bladee and Rxpapi, capturing the essence of their work in visual forms that resonate with audiences. In the realm of fashion, Chris has executed designs for clothing brands such as Didu. His value as a collaborator is exemplified by his fruitful partnership with Ryan Hawaii, a designer who had the privilege of working with the late Virgil Abloh. Further attesting to his multi-faceted abilities, Chris has also graced the runway as a model for high-profile brands like Alyx, Calvin Klein, and Rick Owens, thus cementing his authoritative presence in the broader creative industry.