In this painting, a vibrant flamingo floats in a clear pool, its bright pink colour contrasting with the cool blue water. The flamingo, inflated and floating, serves as a symbol of leisure.
The pool reflects the sunlight dancing across its surface. Rippling waves caused by a gentle breeze add a dynamic element to the scene, infusing it with a sense of movement and life.
Overall, the painting is a celebration of the simple pleasures of summer: the joy of sunbathing, the refreshment of a cool dip on a hot day, and the childlike pleasure of floating lazily on an inflatable flamingo. It invites viewers to immerse themselves in the moment, to taste the warmth of the sun on their skin and the cool embrace of the water around them.
As an artist, I have always felt a strong connection with water. It reflects the movement and change I seek in my work. After studying autonomous visual arts and illustration at the art academy in Den Bosch, I went my own way.
My paintings focus on the movement and..
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