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EXPLORING, CREATING & PAINTING
Exploring unlocks new horizons.
Creating shapes new worlds.
Painting speaks without words..
Senses
40×60 Oil on wooden panel
Since migrating to Australia from The Netherlands, I have undergone a profound transformation in how I connect with the world and engage with nature on a deeper level. The breathtaking landscapes of Bunurong Land have changed my perceptions and enriched my understanding of sensory experiences. This painting is my first attempt to evoke more than just the viewer’s eye; it is an immersive exploration of how my migration has expanded my world, both literally and metaphorically. The aroma of eucalyptus, the fresh taste of limoncello (my personal favourite), the vibrant colours of native plants, and the simple joy of blowing a dandelion all contribute to a multi-sensory experience of this still life.
Drifted Gift
55×32 Oil on driftwood
This painting is an unique exploration of nature’s gifts, where the ocean and the land converge to create something timeless. I paint directly on driftwood found on the stunning shores of Bunurong Land*/ the Mornington Peninsula.
The texture of the wood, shaped by the elements, underscores that I find my primarily inspiration in nature. The creation of this work enclosed also a reminder: if you have your eyes open, nature will always provide. It’s my intention that this artwork serves as a reflection of the profound beauty around us, an invitation to pause, notice, and cherish the simple, often unnoticed gifts the world offers.
Rhythm of the Ocean
43×59, Oil on canvas
This painting celebrates the healing power of the sea. Waves come and go, yet remain constant. The painting captures the ocean’s ever-changing beauty, inviting viewers to pause and appreciate its simple, magical rhythm. For me, the ocean is a daily reminder to find peace in the natural flow of life.
E-Reader (Everywhere Reader)
60×30 Oil on panel
This painting is a heartfelt tribute to the transformative power of reading. It captures the essence of pausing in busy lives to embark journeys of the mind, where stories take shape and imagination flourishes. While the convenience of e-readers is undeniable, nothing compares to the profound magic of a physical book. Luckily the ease of an e-reader attracts also the younger generation with endless books waiting as an invitation to explore boundless worlds.
Books empower us, opening doors to new insights and fostering empathy in a way that other media often cannot. Books breathe life into our dreams and ignite our imaginations. In a time where digital distractions dominate our attention, this work embrace the joy and depth that only a book can provide. Everywhere Reader.
Find your light
64×80 Oil on canvas
I wanted to capture the interplay between darkness and light, both external and internal. The work emerged from a profound personal experience—a serious bicycle accident that left me with two broken elbows.
I confronted the darkness within my mind during my recovery. This time demanded complete surrender, as I became entirely care dependent. This vulnerability revealed a deeper truth: while darkness can feel overwhelming, it also provides a backdrop for the light we can cultivate from within.
The physical challenge of opening a bottle of wine in the middle of the night, with both arms in plaster and a straw that was too short, became a poignant metaphor for my search for solace in temporary escapes. It illustrated how fleeting comforts are not true solutions. Instead, I discovered that hope can flourish in the light of self-discovery and acceptance. Time-traveling in my mind to extraordinary memories from my journeys around the world became my light, transforming me into a wanderer in my own head.
This is a reminder that we have the power to be our own light, even in the darkest times.
What would be your light if you sat in that chair?
Wave Up Call
60×80 Oil paint on canvas
This oil painting captured the serene beauty of Sandy Point, with the mist-shrouded Wilson’s Promontory in the background. As a surfer, the experience of waking up early to catch the perfect waves is a reminder of nature’s overwhelming power and beauty. It makes us feel small in comparison, yet humanity often acts with a sense of dominance. This painting encourages to contemplate your connection with nature, to embrace solitude, and to listen to the whispers of the waves. The reflection not only mirrors the physical world but also calls for a deeper introspection on our impact and responsibilities towards the environment.
Love me free
40×50 Oil paint on canvas
As a Thalassophile, I am deeply in love with the ocean and magnetically attracted to it. I also see this in the way the ocean captivates my children. My son is walking along the Dutch coastline on my favourite Island Terschelling. Not only the clouds are reflected on the beach, it is also a metaphorical reflection. Whereby I see my younger self walking for hours along the beach, seeking for freedom.
Wispering Wisdom
60×80 Oil paint on canvas
Giant Friends
They are your silent Friends
Friendly whispering Giants
Giantly rising up High
Higher till wisdom touches the Sky
Shy in their Nature
Naturally standing Strong
Stronger as any super Power
Powerful in Giving
Give giant time to Yourself
You will be uplifted by your Friends.
Showing Shadows
60×80 Oil paint on canvas
Showing Shadows captures a stream in motion. Time slows. Daydreaming and strolling barefoot through the water, with only the serene scene in focus: clear water, bright colours, light dancing across the surface. Glimmers. Ripples. And… shadows.
The shadows shift my attention.
They are more vivid than the water striders gliding above.
Their silhouettes puzzle me.
They carry air on their legs, forming surreal shapes below.
It isn’t the striders themselves, but their shadows that become companions.
They invite stillness.
To pause.
To observe.
To be present.
You realise shadows are not just the absence of light. They hold a kind of wisdom.
They represent the unseen. They give meaning to life in their own philosophical way.
What is life without shadows?
This moment in the creek, and this painting, become an exploration of how the smallest, most overlooked details can open us to deeper reflection.
In my grandfather’s footsteps
30×40 oil on canvas
In my grandfathers’ footsteps
Walking in your footsteps
Dizzying in timeless threads
Connected through branches of a tree
Everlasting rooted as a family
Without knowing you in-person
I’m time cycling for a reason
Making a spiral in another dimension
finding that deeper connection
Anchored in a helix of generations
Intertwingled with contemporary relations
I’m an accumulation of now and then
while living my own life within
In my grandfather’s footsteps is inspired on an award-winning photo made, developed and printed by my grandfather. Sadly, I never met him in-person. Since my immigration I’m intrigued by my family history, as that is something I left behind in Europe.
Timeless Echoes
41×58 Oil on canvas
This painting aims to capture the enchanting experience of time travel found in the quiet moments of parenthood. When I observe my child sleeping, time feels suspended; the present blends seamlessly with the past. During the day, I am in awe of the remarkable growth and new discoveries my child makes. Yet, in their peaceful slumber, I’m transported back to the tender memories of new born life. This interplay between vibrant progression of their development alongside with the echoes of early childhood, invites viewers to reflect on the fleeting yet timeless nature of these precious moments.
Picture by @yannicreative