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Ameland Views on the Walls of the Artist's Home 

A couple of weeks ago, I received a very special commission from the Eiland van Verhalen. The client requested that I design a background decoration for their stage show - a kind of illustration that would combine the iconic views of all four villages on the island. The final piece needed to be in a certain proportion, as it will be printed on a screen measuring 4 by 2.3 meters.

I proposed the idea of creating a "paintings painting", featuring the interior of an island house adorned with paintings on the walls, each one depicting recognisable landmarks from the villages. This idea appealed to me as it presented a nice challenge and an opportunity to create a genuine painting. The client agreed that it was an interesting concept. 

I had five weeks to complete the commission. Paul and I went across the island, taking hundreds of photographs for reference. I decided to use the interior of our own home as the compositional theme, but adjusted the furnishings in my imagination. Afterwards, I began making sketches...

The painting is now almost finished. I am curious to see how the final result will look on stage in November. I will provide an update once it's set up. 

Stay tuned.

 

Artist's Home. Oil on canvas, 50 x 60 cm. View the finished painting in my gallery.


UPDATE November 16, 2025

The theatrical performance by the "Eiland van Verhalen" was quite a success. I really liked how the scaled image turned out as a stage background. The original painting was instantly sold. Proud and happy.



Exhibitions:

 - the original is showcased during the show by "Expeditie Ameland" on November 16, 2025 in De Plaats, Hollum  

The original painting has been acquired by the private collectors K. & E. P. in November 2025.




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