Much has been written (and filmed) about “The Grail”. According to traditions it could be a chalice. Christ would have drunk from this and it would have been used to collect his blood under the cross. Other sources state that it is not a chalice at all, but that it means “sang real” and could … Read moreThe Grail
My dear friend Marguerite asked me to make a cover for her new book ‘Tommy, Mollie’s wonder cat’. (her 7th book) The story appealed to me immediately and I created the world of Mama Mollie, Tommy (her kitten) and two fluffy angels, Donsje and Mickje, watching from the rainbow bridge. This book is not available … Read moreMaking a cover
I often ’think’ more in images than in words. Sometimes this leads to surprising creations 😉 As my imagination took flight, I saw umbrellas swirling from the ‘Light’, one for everyone or even more where necessary. The idea was that every living being has the right to loving protection, not judgmental, no discrimination. For anyone … Read moreHigher protection
to see the picture, click on the title… I really enjoyed creating this picture. This time no message, however, making something just for fun is the message ?, my inner child is still alive (oh yes, did you notice my little joke? ?) Enjoy, Monos
(nederlandse tekst op http://art-for-a-new-earth.blogspot.com/) Everyone will remember the poignant image of the orangutan attacking an excavator because its world was being destroyed. People’s actions are causing problems all over the world. Deforestation and over-exploitation of the earth significantly reduces the habitat of wild animals. Poaching, illegal trade, but also climate change and pollution do not … Read moreThe Quest
As you probably know by now, my heart is with animals and children, the most vulnerable in our society. Through my work I like to be their voice. I am currently working on a major work on endangered and vulnerable animal species, unfortunately still an issue. One of those animals is the Amur tiger (Siberian), … Read moreRespect
The bonsai, the result of patience and perfectionism, serves as a metaphor for this new creation. In fact, a bonsai is an ordinary tree in a low pot, artfully cut and pruned to get and maintain the ‘right’ shape. But I would not by happy in this pot, my roots would need to grow even … Read moreWabi Sabi
In fairy tales and stories, the wolf is often portrayed as an angry and cruel animal. In reality, a wolf is not evil at all, he is friendly, social and intelligent with a big family feeling. Wolves do not fight unnecessarily; they will do their best to avoid this. They live just like man according … Read moreFriendly
Actually, I don’ think this picture needs a lot of explanation, I hope the message speaks for itself … pure … Last year a lot has happened in the world (again), even in my personal life it wasn’t always easy to keep the peace within myself. We all have our challenges, the one more intense … Read morePure