"Girl with a Pearl Earring" by Johannes Vermeer is one of the most famous paintings in the world and is considered a masterpiece of the Dutch Golden Age. The painting shows a young woman wearing an oriental turban and an improbably large pearl in her ear. The painting is not a portrait, but a tronie: a fantasy head depicting a particular type or character. Famous for its mysterious and enchanting appearance, the painting has inspired countless interpretations. Some see it as a portrait of Vermeer's daughter or mistress, while others interpret it as an allegory on the senses or as a symbol of the transience of life. This modern interpretation depicts the bright colours in squares, thus fitting into a modern interior with classic tones!
Since several years I have been an digital illustration enthousiast. Ik consider it a challenge to create art suitable for both a modern and a more classic interior. In my art I sometimes use an abstract and coarse style and sometimes a more detailed style. Also, I try to.. Read more…