My inspiration: the letters of Vincent van Gogh

“Dear Theo”, the first words Vincent van Gogh  wrote to his brother in 1872. An iconic correspondence followed that would come to an abrupt end in 1890. In 819 letters we get a unique glimpse into the thoughts of this world famous painter.

“In order to do good work you have to eat well, be well housed, have a screw from time to time, smoke your pipe and drink your coffee in peace.” (Vincent van Gogh, 1888)

Self-portrait Vincent van Gogh
Self-portrait Vincent van Gogh (1887) Van Gogh Museum

Now almost 150 years later, Vincent’s letters are as current, comforting and inspiring as when they were written. I can fully confirm Vincent’s advice… well, almost …

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The ceramic color mystery

Ceramic colors are a mystery, magical, dangerous and elusive. A battle between ceramist and Gaia. A battle every mortal is doomed to lose…

It has historical, cultural and technical aspects. Scientists, philosophers, psychologists and artists all have bitten off more than they could chew. Many books have been written about color, but the truth is still elusive.

Keramiek Kleuren mysterieIn other words, colors are a fascinating phenomenon.

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