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Over time it became clear to me that I would not be able to earn a living with the visual arts so easily. Then I looked for a part-time job and soon found myself working part-time as a teacher in adult education. I have made teaching my profession and have had a successful career of almost 35 years. I enjoyed working as a lecturer in economic studies at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. Before that I worked at The Hague University of Applied Sciences, the Technical University and the Institute of Social Studies.
Photography
I laid the foundation for my photography at the Vrije Academie. My love for nature
comes from my youth. In the countryside of North Holland I could enjoy endlessly
wide, almost empty landscapes. Another influence on my photography is abstract art
from the beginning of the last century. For example, Klee, Kandinsky, Chagal and Mondriaan. I am also fascinated by chaos theory. This innovative theory of nature from the early 1990s has produced beautiful and exciting images. I have exhibited my photos at the Technical University, the Institute of Social Studies and the Ministry of Economic Affairs.
I am fascinated by the light, ripples and reflections that the water surface shows. These are always different and are influenced by the environment, the incident light and the wind, which is why I am fascinated by them. I look at the surface of the water and look for something that catches my eye. This could be the contrast between light and dark or certain shapes in the ripples of the water. I edit these photos on the computer to create an artistic impression that evokes amazement. With my images I emphasize the beauty of nature.
Retirement
Now that I am retired, I have resumed my love for art and photography. I am a member of the Capelse Art Circle
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