In 2014 I had an idea for a project: to create a very richly filled flower still life, following the example of the old masters (m / f). And, I also wanted to use all those flower photos that roam the social media Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. I asked the posters if they wanted to donate a flower photo for the Flower Still Life project, all kinds of flowers from all seasons, just like the old masters did. This work of art participated in the Rijksstudio Award 2015 Make your own masterpiece, an initiative of the Rijksmuseum Amsterdam. I made a YouTube video of the construction process: https://youtu.be/gD2YicohSjM
Since about 1974, I have been involved almost daily in photography, drawing (charcoal, graphite, conté, chalk, ink), painting, watercolour and/or collage making. In all these branches of visual work, I have tried a lot, found my own way, but.. Read more…