(English version) "Scottish Highlander, Sharp and Fluffy" by Hjalmar Snoep

About "(English version) "Scottish Highlander, Sharp and Fluffy""

by Hjalmar Snoep

About the artwork

The Scottish Highlander, a beloved symbol of rugged nature, has a colorful history. Until 1849, most Scottish Highlanders were black in color. However, in 1840, Queen Victoria expressed her preference for red ones, simply because she found them more beautiful. She ordered more red Highlanders to be bred, and since then, blonde and black Highlanders have become rarer.

If you look closely at a painting of the Scottish Highlander, you might even spot Queen Victoria herself. Majestic and regal in presence, she is part of the history of these magnificent animals. But what does the text on the painting say? "Just because I'm sharp doesn't mean I can't also be soft and fluffy." A powerful message about the duality of nature, where sharpness and softness can coexist.

Humans often tend to quickly pass judgment, but is that always the most important thing? This artwork raises a question. Perhaps there is more to see and understand when we look at the beauty of nature and its many facets without prejudice.

This digital painting is rich in details, and it is a true delight to admire it up close. It can be beautifully printed in a large size, allowing the complexity and beauty of the Scottish Highlander and the message of the text to shine even brighter. An artwork that invites deeper observation, contemplation, and appreciation of the natural world around us.

There are four versions of the poem in French, German, English, and Dutch