Self-compassion is key in both art and life. Just as gentle brushstrokes shape a painting, kindness can reshape our relationships.

A fleeting glimpse of an adder, tangled ankles, and early memories—nature and childhood are shaping the foundation of my art today.

This season, more than ever, I’m focusing on projects exploring this balance between rest and creativity. How do you balance your daily life

I Inspired by like angelica or giant hogweed, that rise in one or two years like enormous, sturdy sculptures, their singular stems

Our brains are wired for contrasts, but what happens when the biggest contradiction lies within ourselves? Can we unite opposing forces?

This summer atmosphere of "back to school," of sweet children and trustworthy parents, securing safe-artistic-growth, is superb.

Alone in The Hague at 1979, my art bloomed in solitude, revealing colors of loneliness, primulas witness a quest for connection.

living in #human-experiences-reel or living in #human-experiences-real? Do we live an #experiences-human-Reel #Digital-privacy-concerns

Stepping out of the café, the sharp scent of cigarette smoke instantly transported me back to those carefree summer days.

My fathers intense observation revealed worlds within worlds. My art reveales worlds of mystery, play and untold stories.

about weaving lightness in our polarising communication . The text is meant to be the context for my sculpture made of light plant materials

Mind revealing compulsive thoughts and secrets I don't have many secrets. I believe that a secret is something shared. If you don't share...

In summary, my artist manifesto extends beyond art; it delves into how we perceive and understand the world through relationships. 🎨🌟...

Explore the rhythm and texture of art through needlework. #TextileTales with Erica Fraaije’s art. #CraftingWithPassion, #messageoftextile

about the delicate balance between human intervention and nature's autonomy and where we stand in shaping the world around us. 🌿🎨

Leonoor's waterbed epitomized her embrace of the present moment, reflecting her commitment to living fully in the here and now.

Wearing headphones all day, not listening. People think I'm unreachable. Reminds me of hiding in the attic. Needed a mute button back then!

The deeper meaning of hair extends beyond its physical appearance to symbolize self-expression, identity, and societal expectations.

That fear of straying from the path was absent at home, replaced by a sense of freedom.

I recently took a stroll in the rain, feeling like I had the street all to myself. A sneaky droplet landed on my forehead, making me briefly