The series Rusty on: Life flies by us quickly. We more often look ahead to what is to come than enjoy what is now. My series rusty on is about that. All the paintings in this collection share the multifaceted colours of rust. Rust represents the ageing process, which, contrary to what people often think, can be very beautiful. Each painting in this series contains a combination of the elements of impermanence and beauty.
PURITY:
The white rose is a symbol of purity, innocence and spirituality. PURITY is made of REAL white rose petals. These roses formed a bridal bouquet. I allowed the white petals to wilt, the virginal white of the roses turned into all kinds of beautiful soft rust tones.
Just like young life that starts with a white leaf and hopefully becomes colourful and warm on the path of life....
Format:
100 cm x 140 cm
Technique:
Oil paint and mixed media
ABOUT JAC
Born in Amsterdam (1959), Jacqueline Schuitenmaker trained at the Pedagogical Academy in Haarlem. After working passionately in education for ten years, she immersed herself in art through master classes with renowned artists for 15 years. In an inspiring artist community, she then developed her own style,..
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