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Illustrations series FIERCE FORWARD

In their bright pink CATC-Canta, the girls from Chicks And The City interview both famous and unknown women in their series FIERCE FORWARD, exploring 50 years of women's emancipation.

I had the honor of creating the illustrations for this new series, which can be seen on OPEN Rotterdam From iconic Rotterdam landmarks like the Euromast, Central Station, City Hall, Erasmus Bridge, and Boijmans, to texts, symbols, and the girls in the leader; everything is designed in the recognizable style and colors of Chicks And The City.

Watch the full leader here: S06E11 Fierce Forward aflevering 2 met Sue-Ann Bel | Chicks And The City

Exposition Kleuren van Grathem

I'm still reminiscing! What a special day the "Kleuren van Grathem" exhibition was! After months of hard work on this project, it was amazing to see how well the exhibition was received.

For me, it was important that the exhibition became a complete experience. That’s why I combined my collection of artworks, inspired by Grathem, with:

🎥 A film about Grathem and the story behind the artworks
📦 A diorama filled with the colors and sounds of Grathem
🎨 A large artwork for which the villagers determined my color palette
🎄 The "Colors of Grathem" Christmas ornaments, each containing a unique fragment of the large artwork, created in collaboration with VanBrewer
🖼️ Luxury Fine Art Prints of the artwork "Kleuren van Grathem"
🎶 Live music from the DJ
🍴 Delicious snacks and drinks
🖍️ Color pages for the little artists

Wat mij enorm raakte, was hoe de expositie mensen van alle leeftijden samenbracht. Kinderen kleurden vol enthousiasme aan de tafel, een jong meisje dat aan mij vroeg of ze in haar klas over het kunstwerk “Kleuren van Grathem” mocht vertellen, en bezoekers die aangaven door de film en mijn verhaal achter de werken geraakt te zijn. Als kers op de taart is een groot deel van mijn collectie verkocht, iets waar ik enorm dankbaar voor ben.

Ook een dank aan Marielle van Leipsig voor het prachtige artikel in MaasgouwNieuws 👉🏻 https://is.gd/FxV0SO

Het was een liefdevolle, inspirerende dag en een expositie waar ik met trots en dankbaarheid op terugkijk.

Bekijk hier de after movie 👉🏻 Rosalie Brouwer | I’m still reminiscing! What an extraordinary day the “Kleuren van Grathem” exhibition turned out to be! It was important to me that the… | Instagram

Drawing of Leidschendam

Marjolein approached me with the idea of surprising her father with a drawing of Leidschendam, the place where he was born and raised.

In addition to the sluice and church of Leidschendam, the drawing is filled with personal details. Dog Ollie takes action on a motorcycle, his boat sails through the canal, and the hands of the church clock are set to 6 o’clock. It is a unique artwork created for his 60th birthday.

The artwork, measuring 50 × 70 cm, was picked up from my studio. The personal interaction and the opportunity to hand over the artwork in person made it even more special. During the drawing process, I regularly shared updates and sketched a composition beforehand to discuss and align my ideas.

It is truly special to create a unique artwork that brings together different memories.

A special commission

"We couldn’t have wished for a more beautiful portrait."

This artwork was created in memory of someone who was deeply loved.

It was very special to do this, especially because it was for a man who meant so much to, among others, the village where he grew up.

The process started with sketching different concepts. Together with the family we discussed the ideas and decided which size would fit best in the living room.

The presentation of the artwork was a special moment. It moved me to see that the artwork touched not only the family but also the members of CV de Foekepotters, who gifted the artwork.

The artwork connects and cherishes the memories ❤️

"The likeness, the sparkling eyes, and the details in the face are striking. Rosalie took us through the creative process from the sketch to the final result. You could really see the face come to life. We found this experience to be very special. We couldn’t have wished for a more beautiful portrait."

Family Schreurs

Artwork Bob Marley

"I have a photo of Bob Marley that I think would make a beautiful painting."

That was the message I received from Denzel Hall, and I immediately knew: "I’m sure of that." We had a call to discuss his wishes and I gave advice on the size and colors that would work well with his interior.

I created a concept and a color palette which he enthusiastically responded to. Then I went in search of the perfect piece of wood for this project.

Using various materials and techniques, I built up the portrait and the background, sending updates along the way.

I personally delivered the portrait to his home, which is always a special experience. You get to see the artwork in the space where it belongs. The interior is calm, allowing the artwork to stand out right away, yet it still looks peaceful due to the black and white tones in the piece. It blends beautifully with the surroundings.

Wat was dit weer fantastisch om te mogen doen!

Solo exposition KAAT Fabrics

Saterday June 22 I had my first solo exhibition at KAAT Fabrics Roermond.

A special evening where I had the opportunity to speak with many enthusiastic art lovers and received wonderful feedback about the power of my work and the techniques I use on wood.

I am grateful for this exhibition and the beautiful encounters. It was even more special to share this experience with my family and friends, and to have art lovers I met at previous exhibitions come visit my show.

Mural in Amsterdam Noord

The past two days, my brushes and I were at the Modestraat, een bruisende plek vol inspirerende initiatieven in Amsterdam-Noord.

The line in the artwork symbolizes the collaboration towards a vibrant community. The woman behind the sewing machine weaves the stories of Modestraat with her thread, and the man on the right reads the story. The timeline offers an immersive overview of the rich history of Amsterdam-Noord.

Thanks to Gadir Mhanna and Urban Leisure & Tourism Lab Amsterdam
for this wonderful commission and thanks to Jet Meijerthe director of Modestraat, for the wonderful contact.

It was two full painting days in a lively spot. Many curious passersby stopped to chat and shared how much they loved the artwork. Children who came to watch beamed when I handed them my brush and encouraged them to color in a section of the wall. A group of friends on the bench behind me played Brazilian music. And the hairdresser’s cat, which regularly lay down on my painter’s cloth.

I am grateful to be able to create art on so many different canvases as an artist, connecting people along the way.

Visitors and residents of Buikslotermeerplein, come by Modestraat and step inside. Inspiration, creativity, and coziness guaranteed.

NIO House Rotterdam

An art exhibition among the streamlined electric cars of NIO to raise funds for the Jarige Job Foundation.

Nothing could be further from the truth! Last Saturday, Lokale Meesterwerken organized an art exhibition at Nio House Rotterdam.

Three different worlds came together that day and were able to complement and enhance each other.

NIO Houses are designed as meeting places where visitors can not only experience the models live but also relax, find inspiration, work or hold meetings.

The focus is on experience and an art exhibition fits perfectly within this to raise money for the Jarige Job Foundation.

Cultuurnacht Gallery Tao

During the Culture Night in Roermond some of my works were on display at Gallery Tao in Roermond. It was an evening filled with great conversations, new connections, and, of course, lots of art. In the gallery I was working live and took the visitors through my artistic process.

This is where the artwork belongs...

It feels amazing to see my artwork in the home where it belongs.

I was asked to create an abstract diptych, a style quite different from the realistic portrait art that I primarily focus on. However, I was already familiar with creating abstract art.

It challenges me to capture emotions on canvas in a different way. Visual elements like lines, shapes and colors are even more decisive in whether the artwork evokes a feeling. Additionally, I draw inspiration from creating abstract art. Right now, I'm working on a series where abstract art and realism come together.

I visited the client’s home to discuss the project and see where the artwork would be placed. It would have a beautiful spot above the dining table in the living room. I sketched a concept and after the client’s approval, I got started on creating the diptych.

I delivered the artwork at the client's home. It's the moment when I pause for a moment and realize how much I enjoy creating pieces that find their home outside my studio.

Het moment dat Rosalie jouw huis binnenstapt begint het te sprankelen. Ze adviseert je en denkt met je mee hoe een kunstwerk, of in ons geval twee kunstwerken, tot zijn recht kunnen komen en hoe je dit het beste kan laten zien. Ze zorgt ervoor dat een kunstwerk echt een aanvulling is en dat een ruimte meer tot zijn recht komt. Stelt ze de juiste vragen. Ze luistert aandachtig en neemt dit mee in haar proces.

Het concept dat ze voor ons bedacht heeft sluit naadloos aan bij ons karakter, geschiedenis en sfeer van het huis. Rosalie is een topper in haar vak en weet jouw verhaal prachtig om te zetten naar (subtiele) kunst waar je naar blijft kijken.

Sanne & Mike

Liften van Hogeschool Inholland Rotterdam voorzien van kunst

I had the privilege of adding art to eight elevators at Inholland Rotterdam. The illustrations aim to connect students, colleagues and visitors of the university.

Engage in conversation using the conversation starters in the conversation lift, record your pitch in the pitch lift, scan the QR codes to read stories from former Inholland students, give compliments in the compliment lift, interpret the 'diversity' image together and spot over 30 well-known Rotterdam icons in the marathon search image.

Based on a few themes and the project’s goal of connecting people, I came up with six concepts. I then developed them into illustrations. What a joy it was to do this!

Watch the video below if you're curious about the result!

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