Genre
Working within the tradition of genre painting—rooted in the Low Countries as early as the late 16th century - I have devoted much of my personal work to scenes from everyday life.
A genre painter, strictly speaking, depicts such everyday scenes. The term itself is broad and often refers to works with a subtle moral or narrative dimension.
The 17th-century Delft master Johannes Vermeer (1632–1675) has always been a major source of inspiration for me. This fellow townsman created intimate, serene compositions in which figures are engaged in quiet, domestic activities, often appearing as if gently “observed” or momentarily caught in time.
That sense of intimacy, the role of light, and the carefully balanced compositions that characterize his small oeuvre have had a lasting influence on my work.
My most recent series of oil paintings and watercolours explores the theme of “woman and cat.” This ongoing series reflects my interest in the universal intimacy between human and animal, which I aim to give an international dimension by working with female models from different parts of the world.
