ABOUT MARL CARVING MAASTRICHT
SOMETHING ABOUT ME,
My name is Kelly Bergers. From a young age, I have been fascinated by the Sint-Pietersberg and the marl caves of Maastricht.
As a guide at Maastricht Underground, I take visitors into the history of Maastricht's underground world. However, my love for Maastricht, the Sint-Pietersberg, and the unique heritage of our region goes beyond just history; I want to experience it now as well.
I find it special to see how this centuries-old material can be transformed into a personal work of art.
Mergelbewerken Maastricht was led with great passion by Annemie Bergers for many years. When she retired, I was given the opportunity to continue her work. As her second cousin, I am proud to preserve this family tradition and give it a new future at a beautiful new location.
SOMETHING ABOUT THE MISSION,
For me, working with marl is not just about being creative, but also about experiencing a piece of Maastricht history.
By letting people work with marl themselves, I hope to let them experience the same wonder that I have felt since childhood for this unique material and the place where it comes from.
At the same time, I proudly carry on the tradition of marl working, so that this special craft can continue to inspire people in the future.
SOMETHING ABOUT THE TEAM,
Even though I continue Mergelbewerken Maastricht with a lot of joy, I don't do it alone.
Maxim Lardinois is an artist and one of the workshop leaders in the studio. With his artistic eye and creative approach, he helps participants bring their ideas to life in marl.
Jasper Alberts is our jack-of-all-trades and assists with the workshops. He makes sure everything runs smoothly in the studio, even on busy days.