"One eye sees, the other feels."

Artist Statement

I paint to create spaces of quiet beauty in a noisy world.

Through soft edges, subtle colours, and timeless subjects, my work offers a moment of stillness — an invitation to slow down, to feel, and to connect. Whether it’s the delicate fall of lace, the glow of light on a figure, or the quiet presence of flowers, each piece is crafted to evoke a sense of serenity and emotion.

I’m drawn to subjects that speak gently but deeply: the timeless grace of women and children, the elegance of vintage textiles, and the quiet poetry of flowers. My aesthetic is rooted in classical technique and enriched by a love of craftsmanship — whether in the flow of a gown, the shimmer of gold leaf, or the play of shadow and light.

In a fast-paced world, I believe art can offer a rare space for reflection and emotional connection.
That’s the experience I hope to share with you.

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Curriculum Vitae

Education:

2021: Masterclass Portrait and Fabrics by Svetlana Tartakovska
2008-2014: Classical Drawing IKO Academie in Hoogstraten, Belgium
2006-2008: Orientation course IKO Academie in Hoogstraten, Belgium


Recognitions:

2025: Honorable Mention in the Elise Mathilde Portrait Prize
2024: Member of Masters of Realism
2024: selected for the ModPortrait 2023 Special Catalogue
2022: selected for the ModPortrait 2021 Special Catalogue
2021: nominee for De Nederlandse Portretprijs (The Dutch Portrait Prize) (juried show)
2021: selected for the ModPortrait 2020 Special Catalogue
2019: nominee for De Nederlandse Portretprijs (The Dutch Portrait Prize) (juried show)
2014: graduated top of her class
2012: selected for KoMASK’s drawing competition ‘The Human Figure’ in Antwerp

Exhibitions:

2025: group exhibition 'Het Portret', Slot Zeist
2025: group exhibition 'Verre Gezichten Dichtbij', Domkerk, Utrecht
2024: group exhibition 'Verre Gezichten Dichtbij', Ruurlo-NL
2021: group exhibition De Nederlandse Portretprijs (The Dutch Portrait Prize) (juried show)
2019: group exhibition De Nederlandse Portretprijs (The Dutch Portrait Prize) (juried show)
2014: exhibition in Stedelijk Museum Hoogstraten (BE)

Publications:

2024:
The Leonardo Guide, Arte Libre
ModPortrait 2023 catalogue, MEAM in collaboration with Arte Libre

2022:
The Leonardo Guide, Arte Libre
ModPortrait 2021 catalogue, MEAM in collaboration with Arte Libre

2021:
The Leonardo Guide, Arte Libre
ModPortrait 2020 catalogue, MEAM in collaboration with Arte Libre
Dutch Portrait Prize catalogue

2019:
Dutch Portrait Prize catalogue