At the centre of this still life is a large, tall floral arrangement, symbolising life and growth. Surrounded by a collection of meaningful objects (a stack of old books with, a fine porcelain tea set, a leather notebook and an hourglass), the transience and value of time and memory is made tangible. At the back right, two stacked tumblers topped with a rough natural stone add to the natural, authentic atmosphere. The soft light of a small candle casts a warm glow over the whole and invites reflection on the small moments that make life special.
When photographing, I work exclusively with natural light, which creates soft transitions and a picturesque atmosphere. I draw my inspiration from the old masters, striving, like them, for harmony, balance and a timeless look. This work invites you to look, breathe and pause for a moment.
Hi welcome on my page. I am Nicole Colijn, 34 years old, married to Simon and we live with two very sweet cats, Polly and Paolo, in a lovely house in “the green heart” of the Netherlands.
As a little girl I liked to be creative. My..
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