Vloed festival

For the maker of this work one of the best ways to reconnect with nature is to surf. In the act of riding a wave, you become part of something far greater than yourself. The ocean demands presence, patience, and respect - qualities that mirror the deeper aspects of self-awareness. When you catch a wave, leaving only the feeling of moving energy and the sound of the braking of the wave. It is in this moment of clarity that you find a connection with nature, but also with your truest self.

'Pleasant cold'

acrylic on canvas

(30 x 40 cm)

From the boulevard in my hometown (Zandvoort), the view is as magical as the day transitions into night. The setting sun paints the sky with hues of orange and yellow, reflecting off the water in a shimmering dance of light. The surfers become silhouettes against the glowing horizon, craving the waves with effortless grace. Their movements seem almost meditative, a testament to the bond between human and the ocean.