Modigliani; an artist whose life story is as compelling as his art
This oil painting by André Romijn is a poignant homage to Amedeo Modigliani, an artist whose life story is as compelling as his art. Romijn’s…
Continue readingAn introduction to how you can learn to draw and paint like the Italian Painters of the Renaissance and Baroque era
André’s personalized approach ensures that by the end of your journey, you’ll hold not just a brush, but the key to unlocking the soul of portrait artistry.
As an artist, I am drawn to the rich complexity of the female form and spirit. My artistic journey is a constant exploration of the essence of femininity. Through the medium of oil paint, I seek to capture the essence of women, transcending mere representation to explore their inner strength, resilience, and unique narratives.
You are very welcome to my gallery & atelier 'KUNSTHUIS André', based in the Engelse kerk (English Church) Simpelhuisstraat 10, 4331 PH, Middelburg NL, which has been open since Autumn 2024. Art spanning from the 17th century to the present awaits your discovery. Explore a curated selection featuring not only my creations but also those of fellow artists who have masterfully depicted the human spirit across various mediums.
Read moreIt is my hope that
my paintings find a home
in the hearts and collections
of art lovers worldwide,
to spark conversations and reflections
on the beauty and power
of the female form and mind
This oil painting by André Romijn is a poignant homage to Amedeo Modigliani, an artist whose life story is as compelling as his art. Romijn’s…
Continue readingDuring the opening of the Art and Culture Route in Middelburg this year (3 & 4 February 2024), KUNSTHUIS André will also open its doors…
Continue readingThis oil painting by André Romijn presents a serene portrayal of a woman deeply engrossed in literature. The artist has masterfully depicted the tranquillity and…
Continue readingThis lithograph is a reproduction of Anthony van Dyck’s (1599-1641) interpretation of the mythological story of Danaë, created by Johann Georg Weinhold (1813-1880). Danaë, a…
Continue readingThis oil sketch by André Romijn captures an essence of relaxed elegance, depicting a woman seated, exuding a sense of contemplation and grace. The painterly…
Continue readingThis painting by André Romijn takes on the ambitious task of blending a fresco-style representation of historical subject matter with a modern portrait. The result…
Continue readingFrancesco Coleman’s watercolour from 1876 presents us with a captivating representation of an Italian woman adorned in traditional Sorrento costume. The artist’s use of the…
Continue reading“To Quench the Thirst” by Louis Soonius is a captivating pastel and charcoal composition that combines raw emotion with refined artistry. Created in 1923, this…
Continue readingThe bust of Beatrice, sculpted by Professor E. Brinelli from Florence, Italy, is a sublime representation of Dante Alighieri’s muse, crafted from marble and alabaster…
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