Gracht | Spiegel Licht - In één blik pakt dit gracht schilderij je bij de keel en bij de ademhaling tegelijk: een stille, brede gracht die als een spiegel werkt, en een rij verlichte gevels en bomen langs de kade die daar in lange, vluchtige strepen in terugkaatsen. De kunstenaar koos duidelijk voor die twee elementen — de spiegeling op…
Gracht | Spiegel Licht - In één blik pakt dit gracht schilderij je bij de keel en bij de ademhaling tegelijk: een stille, brede gracht die als een spiegel werkt, en een rij verlichte gevels en bomen langs de kade die daar in lange, vluchtige strepen in terugkaatsen. De kunstenaar koos duidelijk voor die twee elementen — de spiegeling op het water en de warme lichtvlekken van de huizen — om de tegenstelling tussen rust en stadse bedrijvigheid te vangen. Daardoor voelt het werk tegelijk kalm en levendig; je hoort haast het zachte geklots van water en het gedempte geroezemoes van mensen langs de grachten. Dit is een schilderij gracht dat werkt als een ademhaling: uitgestrekt water, en vervolgens aanspanning van kleur en ritme langs de wal.
Kijk je nauwkeuriger, dan zie je hoe het licht is opgebouwd: dikke, vlechtende verflagen en palette-knife streken creëren de textuur van baksteen, steigers en nat trottoir, terwijl fijnere stippen en kleine vegen de bomen en lantaarns suggereren. De boten liggen als donkere, stille schijven tegen de kade geplakt; ze breken de spiegeling en geven het oog iets om naar terug te keren. De brug in de verte markeert de diepte — een zacht silhouet van mensen en railing waar de mist of avondgloed de contouren vervaagt. Dit is geen fotografische registratie, het is een vertaling: een gracht schilderij waarin reflectie en gevellicht samen het verhaal van een stadse avond vertellen.
Technisch is het werk een mooie mix van impressionistische impulsen en moderne kleurvakken: brede, transparante vlakken in het water, contrapunt met felle, bijna fluorescerende accenten in ramen en lantaarns. De reflecties zijn niet keurig gespiegeld; ze zijn uitgetrokken, gestreken en soms gebroken — precies genoeg om het water voelbaar te maken. Het resultaat is een schilderij gracht dat visueel aantrekkelijk is voor wie het ziet en tegelijk uitnodigt om te dwalen in details: de lampposts, de boomkruinen, de rijen mensen als kleine donkere noten langs de compositie. Het is een avond aan de gracht die je herinnert aan het dagelijkse ritueel van terugkomen, voorbijlopen en even stilhouden bij het licht.
Art Whims is an artist from Amersfoort, Netherlands, renowned for her vibrant paintings that can brighten any space. She creates a wide array of artworks, from abstract landscapes and expressive portraits to colorful still lifes. Her style is characterized by the use of bright colors and dynamic compositions. Art Whims combines various techniques, including painting and digital editing, to produce unique and visually appealing pieces. Her work appeals to a broad audience…
This is the second time we have ordered a picture in ArtFrame™ format. Easy to assemble with good instructions. Very good information about the progress of the order. Once again, we were surprised…
4.5 / 5
Good quality of a particularly beautiful reproduction
It took some effort to unpack, but what came out of the packaging was well worth it. The large reproduction now hangs above the piano and we have already received many positive comments from people!
5 / 5
WOW+++++
Delivery You will be kept well informed about your order via email. From purchase confirmation to delivery, everything is completely clear. Well packaged A gift to unwrap: wrapped in plastic and…
5 / 5
Goods in perfect condition and delivery quick and straightforward
5 / 5
Service & superb work
I received excellent assistance during the ordering process, very friendly, personal and super fast! I wanted a different size than the standard one, and immediately received a digital preview of…
5 / 5
Very friendly and competent contact. Fast delivery and good quality. Highly recommended.
5 / 5
great
Good service, excellent quality wallpaper.
4.5 / 5
Excellent x 10
Very customer-friendly, you are kept fully informed of the production process of your order via various emails. Very well packaged.
4.33 / 5
Very good
5 / 5
A large collection for something nice on the wall. Samples of all materials are available so that you can make an informed decision.
5 / 5
What a great company, so pleased with you all.
Two orders placed. The correspondence that follows from work on the wall to the customer is truly unique. It gives a feeling of great commitment. Beautiful, top-notch quality.
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At Art Heroes we do not mass produce or keep stock, but make to order. Your artwork is made with passion by experienced craftsmen and is on average ready for shipmentin 7 business days. Details on the exact delivery date will be sent after placement of the order. Depending on the shipping country the following delivery times apply:
Delivery time per shipping country
Netherlands
+ 1 business day
Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany
+ 2 business days
Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Poland
+ 3 business days
Estonia, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden
+ 4 business days
Denmark
+ 5 business days
Finland
+ 6 business days
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We work with several carriers, mainly UPS and DHL (Depending on the country where it is delivered, this may vary). Couriers can also be used for large or fragile packages.
Canvas are securely packed in plastic bubble wrap and cardboard. Wallpaper and posters are sent in sturdy tubes.
A courier collects the package from us and takes the package to a depot where it usually stays overnight. The day after it is collected and delivered to your home or office. We work with courier services that specialise in handling fragile parcels.
Not at home? Then the delivery driver will leave a note and an appointment can be made to schedule a new delivery.
Unfortunately, there remains a chance that something can happen during a shipment. In the unlikely event that your parcel has been damaged during transit, please take a picture of the entire item, the damage, the entire package and a picture of the shipping label. Send these photos to us by email and we will solve the problem without delay.
At Art Heroes we do not mass produce or keep stock, but make to order. Your artwork is made with passion by experienced craftsmen and is on average ready for shipmentin 7 business days. Details on the exact delivery date will be sent after placement of the order. Depending on the shipping country the following delivery times apply:
Delivery time per shipping country
Netherlands
+ 1 business day
Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany
+ 2 business days
Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Poland
+ 3 business days
Estonia, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden
+ 4 business days
Denmark
+ 5 business days
Finland
+ 6 business days
Is your order a gift for someone? We can create you a gift voucher that displays the artwork(s) you ordered, so you have something to give while the artwork is being printed. Just send us an e-mail and we’ll take care of it.
We work with several carriers, mainly UPS and DHL (Depending on the country where it is delivered, this may vary). Couriers can also be used for large or fragile packages.
Canvas are securely packed in plastic bubble wrap and cardboard. Wallpaper and posters are sent in sturdy tubes.
A courier collects the package from us and takes the package to a depot where it usually stays overnight. The day after it is collected and delivered to your home or office. We work with courier services that specialise in handling fragile parcels.
Not at home? Then the delivery driver will leave a note and an appointment can be made to schedule a new delivery.
Unfortunately, there remains a chance that something can happen during a shipment. In the unlikely event that your parcel has been damaged during transit, please take a picture of the entire item, the damage, the entire package and a picture of the shipping label. Send these photos to us by email and we will solve the problem without delay.
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