Recently I was accepted into Meesters van het Realisme (Masters of Realism), a selection of two hundred Dutch artists who practice the art of realistic drawing and painting at the highest level.
I am incredibly proud to call myself a Master of Realism as of today.”
Thrilled to see my paintings Louis and Josephine in the Time and Memory art book.
Curated by Arts to Hearts Project, it brings together works by artists from around the globe in a wide range of styles and mediums, reflecting on the interplay between fleeting moments and lasting memories, temporality and remembrance.
Each artist is presented with a two-page spread – one page for the artwork and one for the inspiration behind their creativity.
You’ll find Louis and Josephine on page 74!
On Saturday October 5. and sunday October 6., a selection of my paintings will be on display during Vreemde Gasten, a biennial contemporary art exhibition in the historic city center of Amersfoort (the Netherlands).
At numerous locations within the city walls – historical homes and other unique buildings – well-known and upcoming artists from the region will be exhibiting their art. A fantastic opportunity to admire not only the art but also the locations.
If you are in the neighbourhood, come say hi! You can find me at Stad van Cahen, Muurhuizen 104. We are open from 12 PM to 5 PM, and entry is free.
Because creative growth should be accessible to all children, I am happy and proud that my drawing lessons are now also reimbursed by the Dutch Youth Fund for Sports & Culture.
The Netherlands is one of the richest countries in the world. Yet, on average, 2 to 3 children per class grow up in a family with financial difficulties. Children who cannot participate, do not have access to the opportunities that come naturally for others.
Jeugdfonds Sport & Cultuur (Dutch Youth Fund for Sports & Culture) makes it possible for children and teens from families with limited financial means to still participate in activities like football, music lessons, gymnastics, street dance, judo, theater lessons, drawing lessons, or any other sports or creative activities.
How do you draw water so that it looks like it rolls and glistens like real water? I will teach you in the mini-workshop “Like Two Drops of Water!”
On July 18 and August 14, I will be giving a mini-workshop on drawing water droplets in conjunction with the exhibition “The City and the Water.”
