Stitches, stitches...
My third work in the 'Soul Searching' series. Literally 'painting with wire' to get all the details in. This was the first design in the series and when I had drawn it, I thought... oeehh that's too much detail for....
Tag: portrait
In your eyes, I am complete
From design to reality. A work of art that couldn't be more personal. My client's wishes combined with my own style. A unique creation process resulting in a one-off piece of art, with their personal story in it. Originally intended for the bedroom,...
Intense
'Intense' the original artwork. A work where as many hours go into the design, shooting and shearing. Then again, I spend more time on the design and in the next work, more time on the finishing. Each time is...
Lupin
A year and a half ago, I started making weekly scribble portraits. Not with the intention of making them for sale. Purely for training purposes. Because by scribbling, I learn and keep actively training my brain to...
Big, bigger, biggest
I use a photograph when I create a portrait design. I do not look for likeness as I am concerned with depicting the energy, emotion or that particular look. After 2 years, I find that I...
The Next Smile
In fact, the assumption is always that I spend most of my time tufting. Shooting the yarn. But I don't. As much time goes into drawing the design and (after shooting) shearing...
The designs
It starts with a photo or a particular image that attracts me. Where I see energy in it, a beautiful look, something positive or challenging. The image does something to me. Having chosen a portrait, I start drawing. That...
Dali wholesale
I have created a series of four textile portraits that capture the essence of Salvador Dali, a figure whose art, life and distinctive face will always fascinate me. Each portrait is an attempt to capture that unique look - the...
Image drama
In my ongoing quest to capture the true essence of my work through photography, I encountered a number of challenges. I bought a new Canon camera, studio lights and even went on a photography course. The results were...
Theo Maassen
Theo Maassen; our charismatic Dutch comedian known for his infectious energy. A unique photograph, brilliantly captured by photographer Stephan van Fletteren, reflects the vibrancy that characterises Maassen's work. In my doodle rendition, I wanted to encapsulate that same energy