The Originals are unique works of art that combine sustainability, emotion, and craftsmanship. Each original piece is handcrafted from thousands of scrap materials, creating a powerful composition that always reveals something new.
In addition to my Originals, it is also possible to commission a work of art. This could be based on a personal story, a memory, or a special moment.
€ 4.995
50 x 70 CM
Found objects & recycled materials on wood
✓ 100% unique artwork, only one copy
✓ Handmade with thousands of residual materials
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
€ 8,995
80 x 120 CM
Found objects & recycled materials on wood
✓ 100% unique artwork, only one piece
✓ Handmade with over 5,000 residual materials
✓ Where beautiful conversations begin
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
€ 3,995
65 x 50 CM
Found objects & mixed media on wood
✓ 100% unique artwork, only one piece
✓ Handmade with thousands of remnant materials
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
€ 4,995
50 x 70 CM
Found objects & upcycled materials on wood
✓ 100% unique artwork, only one piece
✓ Handmade with thousands of residual materials
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
€ 3,995
60 x 80 CM
Found objects & mixed media on canvas
✓ 100% unique artwork, only one available
✓ Handmade with thousands of recycled materials
✓ Where beautiful conversations begin
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
€ 7.995
80 x 120 CM
Found objects & recycled materials on canvas
✓ 100% unique artwork, only one piece available
✓ Handmade with thousands of residual materials
✓ Where beautiful conversations begin
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
€ 7.995
70 x 90 CM
Found objects & repurposed materials on wood
✓ 100% unique artwork, only one piece
✓ Handmade with thousands of leftover materials
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
€ 5,995
100 x 100 CM
Found objects & recycled materials on wood
✓ 100% unique artwork, only one piece
✓ Handmade with thousands of residual materials
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
€ 3,995
60 x 80 CM
Found objects & mixed media on canvas
✓ 100% unique artwork, only one piece
✓ Handmade with thousands of discarded materials
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
Price on request
✓ Similar unique work available on commission
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
Price on request
✓ Similar unique work available on commission
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
Price on request
✓ Similar unique work available on commission
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
Price on request
✓ Similar unique work available on commission
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
Price on request
✓ Similar unique work available on commission
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
Price on request
✓ Comparable unique work available on commission
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
Price on request
✓ Comparable unique work available on commission
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
Price on request
✓ Similar unique work available on commission
✓ Where beautiful conversations arise
⭑ Commissioned art possible
⭑ Limited edition prints available
My company, Maaike van Wijk Art, is mainly known for my originals: unique artworks in which sustainability, emotion, and craftsmanship come together. Each original work is entirely hand-built from thousands of carefully selected residual materials. This creates a powerful composition that reveals something new both up close and from a distance.
In addition to the existing originals, it is also possible to commission a work of art. A personal story, a memory, or a special moment can be translated into a unique artwork made from found objects and residual materials. This creates a sustainable and personal artwork that tells a story, your own story on canvas.
What was once waste gets a second life in these artworks and tells a new story. In my studio, I transform plastic residual material and found objects into art that sparks conversations, evokes memories, and makes people reflect on the beauty of reuse. The originals are therefore not only visually impressive but also convey a clear message: sustainability and art can reinforce each other.
Every original is one-of-a-kind and consists of countless individual elements that are carefully placed and processed into mixed-media compositions. No two artworks are the same; each piece has its own appearance, color experience, and depth effect. This makes the originals unique and attractive to collectors and lovers of exclusive, meaningful art.
Want to buy an original artwork or commission art? Contact me using the button below.
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.
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 get in touch via the contact form on this website, WhatsApp or, for example, Instagram. I always respond personally and as quickly as possible.
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, 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.
