Personalized artwork expositions and drawing

When I look back at my very first animal drawing, I can’t help but smile. It was the beginning of a journey that has shaped me as an artist. In this blog, I want to share how I started, what I’ve learned along the way, and how my art has grown into something deeply personal and meaningful.

For years, my creative journey began at the kitchen table in the sunlit conservatory. It was a cozy place, filled with family life and natural light, but it was never truly mine. Pencils, knife, and sandpaper competed with thea cups and dinner plates. Inspiration was there, but focus was fleeting.

One day, I simply walked into our local library after reading in the newspaper that another college artist was exhibiting there — and thought to myself: “Why not give it a try too?” That was last year. They were surprisingly enthusiastic, and one year later I was offered a summer slot,  September and Oktober were ideal: still plenty of tourists around, while the nearby campus would be kicking off a new school year — the perfect time to reach both locals and visitors.

How It All Started: From Drawing Alone to Teaching with Joy

Learning to say “no” isn’t about shutting doors — it’s about making space for the art, people, and opportunities that truly inspire you.

Urban sketching turns everyday scenes into living art — and with this course I learn how to capture the world around me with confidence, style, and a splash of personality.

Before any color hits the paper, I start by carefully transferring the outline of my reference photo. This step helps me get the proportions right without wasting time sketching freehand. I trace the main lines onto the pastel paper — just enough to guide me through the drawing process without overwhelming the final result.

So you’re thinking about commissioning a pet portrait? Great! But before you imagine me casually doodling your dog between theas, let me give you the real scoop of what happens behind the pastel pencils. Spoiler: it’s not just art — it’s admin, detective work, emotional labor, and a tiny bit of magic.

Sometimes a single photo can take you right back to a moment you didn’t realize was so important. This image, with my first art supplies and my little dog Angel by my side, marked the quiet beginning of something that would change my life. I never imagined that this small step—this birthday gift to myself—would lead me to a whole new path as an artist. And it all started with love, curiosity, and a dog who truly lived up to her name.

Sometimes, an opportunity just lands in your WhatsApp inbox. That’s exactly what happened on January 19, 2025, when I received a message from Christien. Now, I didn’t know Christien personally, but she was in my contacts as the partner of Rob, our driver who sadly passed away in 2023. She followed my work through my WhatsApp status and often reacted to it (which I already found really nice 😍). But this time, she had a question: “Do you exhibit your work?”

All about my experience to exposition

 Do I trace?  YES, I DO  Have I always done that?  NO, I DON’T