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Delighted


...and satisfied

It could not have gone better. The third three-day exhibition in Stalhuus went very well. Again, over three hundred visitors had the chance to see the art of Klaas Nobel, Mathilda van der Weij, and myself. Many etchings and illuminated miniatures have been sold, and Mathilda's workshops have been very popular. All the artists received some commissions. The book "Sprookjes van Deirdre" by Dimphy Timmers with my illustrations was a big hit, and we had a lovely presentation of the book by Peter van Noort. And yes, two of my Downstairs paintings found new homes. 

However, the best part was getting to meet so many wonderful people to talk about art, life, and our island. I am very grateful to everyone who visited or helped organise the show.  

You can still view the most exhibited artworks on our website valta.nl/expo. And please save the date for the next year: June 21st, 22nd, and 23rd, 2025, at the same beautiful Stalhuus in Hollum. 

Check this video by Ameland Vandaag:




















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