Unique art from thousands of plastic waste materials
Unique, colorful artworks where sustainability, emotion, and craftsmanship come together.
My mission is to make the world look at waste differently. In every discarded piece lies the potential for something beautiful. With my work, I want to show how much value and meaning it still contains. My artworks create connections and unique conversations between young and old, about what they recognize or about cherished memories.
I give thousands of scrap materials a second life. What was once waste is transformed in my studio into colourful works of art with a story.
Every artwork begins with an idea and ends with thousands of carefully selected pieces of scrap material. The result is unique compositions that not only visually surprise, but also show how beauty arises from reuse.
PERSONAL ART WITH CHERISHED OBJECTS
Your unique, personalized artwork on the wall.
Did you know that I also create custom art? I don't just work with residual materials, but can also incorporate your cherished memories. This results in a unique, sustainable artwork that reflects your life, your moments, and your stories.
Exclusive Prints
In addition to my original works (the Originals), I offer a carefully curated collection of Limited Exclusive Prints.
These high-quality editions are produced in limited quantities, with an eye for detail and quality, thus preserving the power, depth, and allure of the original work.
For those who were touched by an 'Original' and want to give that energy a place in a space.
Inspiration in galleries, hotels and offices
My sustainable art made from residual materials travels the world. From galleries in the Netherlands, Germany, France, and Denmark to art fairs, exhibitions, creative hotspots, hotels, restaurants, and offices: my works find their place in inspiring environments where art and sustainability converge.
STUNNING IN YOUR INTERIOR
Beautiful artworks, each enriching your interior. The combination of color, texture, and passion for the craft creates its own story. From vibrant cityscapes to abstract compositions, my collection offers something for everyone and adds an inspiring, lively atmosphere to your home. Art that enlivens and fascinates your daily surroundings.
BEST SELLER
The artwork 'The Elephant' is made up of thousands of pieces of plastic waste material, such as metal parts, buttons, and other found objects.
Up close, you can see the rich details in the waste material, while from a distance, a powerful and clear image of an elephant appears.
The original artwork is still available and also available as a limited edition print starting from €95.
Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about my sustainable artworks made from recycled materials, commissioned art, and limited edition prints.
My artworks are made from thousands of pieces of residual and waste materials. Think of plastic caps, toys, cables, packaging, flip-flops, plugs, broken clothespins, and other materials that are usually thrown away.
From a distance, you see an image, portrait, or composition. Up close, you discover a world of recognizable objects. Larger works sometimes contain 20,000 to 30,000 pieces of material.
Each piece is collected by hand, cleaned, sorted, cut or sawn to size, and placed millimeter by millimeter. This is how sustainable mixed media art from recycled materials is created.
Every artwork begins with a sketch on wood. Then I paint the base with acrylic paint. After that, the most time-consuming process begins: collecting, cleaning, sorting, cutting, and arranging thousands of pieces of material. Only when everything is visually correct do I attach the materials piece by piece by hand. Creating one artwork usually takes weeks to sometimes months.
I collect many materials myself, for example on beaches, while traveling, or in daily life. In addition, cafes, restaurants, and friends help by saving things like plastic caps or packaging materials. I also receive materials from healthcare: packaging from medical supplies that are left over after operations and cannot be reused. In this way, materials that would normally be discarded are given a second life in a unique work of art made from sustainable waste.
During my travels through more than 50 countries, I saw the beauty of nature everywhere, but also more and more waste. At one point, I realized that waste is actually also material: material with color, form, and character. My mission is to make people look differently at waste, materials, and value.
My artworks are now displayed in many different places: in private homes, businesses, hotels, restaurants and cafés, and galleries. I collaborate with several galleries both domestically and abroad that share my mission regarding sustainability and circular art.
My work can now be found in, among others: the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Denmark, the United Kingdom, Norway, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates.
My works range from smaller pieces of around 40 × 40 cm to large statement pieces of 200 × 120 cm or larger. Larger works can incorporate tens of thousands of pieces of material.
Yes. Some original artworks are used to create high-end limited edition prints. These are scanned with a special technique so that all details remain visible, even the smallest materials. The maximum print run is 50 editions, ensuring it remains a unique artwork. Each print comes with a signed certificate of authenticity. This preserves the uniqueness of the original, while allowing more people to collect the work.
Yes. Commissioned art is an important part of my work. In many commissions, I incorporate personal objects, such as jewellery, children's toys, materials with emotional value, and objects with a personal or family history. This way, not only is a work of art created, but also a tangible story full of memories.
Yes, I regularly create custom artworks for businesses and hospitality venues such as hotels and restaurants. These works often align with: the company's story, brand identity, sustainability and innovation, an anniversary (e.g., a 50th anniversary), a company logo, or a visual concept. This creates a unique and meaningful statement piece for a space.
The price depends on size and complexity. Original artworks start at €4,000. Limited edition prints range from €95 for a poster to €1,500 for a large framed canvas edition.
Yes, there are several ways to do so. My work is regularly exhibited in galleries, at exhibitions, in hotels, restaurants, and other locations where my work is displayed. Additionally, you are welcome by appointment in my studio. My studio is located on my houseboat near Amsterdam, in Ouderkerk aan de Amstel.
You can easily contact me using the contact form on this website, WhatsApp, or Instagram, for example. I always respond personally and as quickly as possible.
Yes, that is possible. An artwork can be reserved in consultation. Sometimes a trial placement of about a week is also possible, so you can experience how the work feels in the space.
Depending on the artwork, I opt for personal delivery. Other works are professionally packaged with the utmost care and shipped insured. I am also personally involved in these transports, so that each artwork arrives safely and in perfect condition.
Yes, I offer creative upcycled art workshops for groups of friends, families, companies, teams, or other groups – everyone is welcome. During a workshop, you'll create your own artwork from waste materials. It's often a surprising experience; people discover how creative waste can actually be.
My eBook, which will provide step-by-step instructions on how to create your own upcycled artwork at home, will be released soon.
