Horse Chestnuts Painting, Large Conker Painting Fall Autumn Decor Painting

I am a Belgian artist, born 1964 and now based in France . My works combine the traditional medium of painting with the use of other materials such as string, paper and cloth to create textured works which are both striking and accessible for the viewer. The nature of the works invite viewers to touch and become involved on many sensory levels. The tactile and aesthetic qualities of the work have proved a great success and I exhibit across the south of France as well as fulfilling a number of commissions for private buyers on a regular basis. Influenced by my childhood in my father's cabinet makers workshop and by watching my mother's work as a seamstress, I absorbed information about materials such as clay, wood, fabrics, wool and paper, learning about their qualities, which has become a vital influence on my work today. My biggest inspiration is nature and organic structures. The textures, patterns and details created by nature are a driving force for my creativity, I am fascinated by nature as art in absolute detail and strive to engage the viewer through the observation of nature's tiny details.