About the Artist

I grew up as an only daughter and granddaughter, as if my world was a small, carefully folded map with just a few beloved names written on it. I’ve been a vegetarian for many years and have always carried a deep love for animals — a love that feels less like a choice and more like something that quietly chose me. As a child, my grandfather often led me to drawing classes, which I truly loved, just as I loved the simple magic of spending time with my grandparents. Nature has always been the place where I find my way back to myself. It’s where everything slows, where time seems to tiptoe instead of run, and where I feel most grounded — whether I’m walking along quiet forest paths, listening to birds in my garden, or floating in warm, salty water while curious fish drift around me like living brushstrokes. The textures of moss, feathers and seashells, the wind in the trees and the rhythm of ocean waves shape the way I observe, feel and draw. Spending time outside has taught me to notice the small, almost invisible details where I find the true heart of my work.

My drawings grow from a deep awareness of how precious and vulnerable every creature is. In the end, nature will always be my guide. It reminds me why I create. Every piece tells a story — of connection, wonder and wild places worth protecting, but also of darkness and tension. With every pencil stroke, I try to capture the presence of the animals and organisms who share our world — or rather, whose world we have wandered into uninvited, and left in chaos by our own hand… The inspiration I draw from nature is enriched by the adventures of my partner Carl, whose explorations of wild landscapes and ecosystems bring the natural world to life in new ways. His stories of discovery, observation, and care for biodiversity not only deepen my own understanding of the environment but also invite you to experience it alongside us. Discover his journeys here www.natuurgidskempen.be