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Back to still life, landscape, etc. 

The third season of the improvised Art Lovers Club began in October. This year, I aim not only to share my experiences by discussing what I've learned, but also to provide demonstrations during our sessions.  

As usual, we started with a brief introduction to composition and colours. After that, we began with still life, and then we moved on to landscapes. We are also planning to include figure painting, which will feature both humans and animals. Finally, we will work on some master copies and self-portraits.  

I will post the studies and paintings I create during our meetings here.

"The ride to Nes. Showers". Oil on canvas 20 x 20 cm. View the finished painting in my gallery. 


"De wakers". Oil on canvas board 30 x 30 cm. View the finished painting in my gallery. 


"Lonely Tree". Oil on canvas 19 x 30 cm. View the finished painting in my gallery. 

Pears and Terracotta. Oil on canvas 24 x 30 cm. Reworked in December 2025. View the finished painting in my gallery. 

Exhibitions: 
- Driedaagse Expo at Stalhuus, June 2026, Hollum

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