Ellen de Groot Profile
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The depiction of women is the most important theme in my work. Furthermore the painting of tissue and the qualtity of cloth-materials is of considerable importance.Oil on panel. Portraits, Realism, and my favourite Triptych.
My main inspirational sources are the Flemish Primitives, Memling, Rogier van der Weyden as well as Hans Holbein. Their work is the model of perfection in painting technique, material-expression, composition and the use of color. It breathes the peace and harmony which I also want in my own work.
My website and catalogue is in English, French and Dutch.
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Oil on panel 220x118cm.This triptych is the result of a deep inner wish to have one for myself. Looking at the special form of a triptych I consider this the beauty of it; a triptych is playful, visually exciting, it can be closed by the hinged panels and an inspiring text can be painted on it. By dividing the painting in three pieces, each part gets a life of its own, while they are really inextricably interconnected with each other. A triptych has a story to tell and a good triptych becomes a 'holistic story'. The original tradition of a triptych has its roots in the Christian theology and The Holy Trinity.
Portrait of miss Blondeau from France where I have lived for eight years. Her striking profile challenged me to make this portrait, with on the background the surroundings of a village in the Jura An example for me are the paintings of Pyke Koch (Dutch realistic painter) on which this painting is inspired.
My niece and godchild Elena, her face is so uniquely interesting to paint, that for many years she will still be a model.
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| Name: | Ellen de Groot |
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands | |
| Occupation: | artist, painter |
| Hobbies: | walking |
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