It is my life's purpose to create - being creative is a way of life.
In 2009 I founded Twin Rivers Interiors, a European influenced artisan interior design studio with a holistic design approach. Nowadays, the studio is partially based in New Zealand and in Europe / The Netherlands. Through the years the portfolio has grown and now covers Visual Arts, Design, Interior Design and Photography.
Some background information; When I am in the process of creating I am very much influenced by nature. its raw, pure beauty and perfect imperfections which are so unique to the natural environment. While on my daily walks or on my travels, I gather information, study and learn, and collect objects from nature. If I can't take the real object because I would harm the environment, I photograph it with a Nikon Z6 and macro lens, making sure I am not damaging the surrounding area.
Having the creative ability, I can’t stop myself using my finds as an inspiration for creating fine art, drawings, designs and photographs. I draw the objects trying to understand its shape, form, colour, pattern, texture, original environment and spiritual meaning and significance. With my art I want to convey the message of kindness and love for ourselves, for others and for all life on earth and for the earth abundance which is there to be loved, admired, respected and used by us in a responsible way.
The fine art drawings and photographs are available for purchase as limited edition prints, printed on high quality cotton rag paper with archival inks. I am currently working on a portfolio with fine art drawings with the purpose of using these as a starting point for the development of interior decor objects like bed, bath & table linen, textiles, wallpapers & wall decoration, stationary, ceramics etc. We could use elements or the entire design or work on new designs all together to create a collection of items and / or products.
Please contact me if you see opportunities to collaborate, would like to commission a piece and / or design or discuss on how we can work together.
Bunnies in the Grass
Bunnies in the Grass – Wall Paper Border
Bird of Paradise Flowers
“Bird of Paradise” flowers being the ultimate symbol of paradise, freedom and joyfulness accompanied by a Hummingbird, Passion Flowers, Irises, Orchids and a Poppy.
“I wish that we all live in a world where freedom prevails and where being kind and compassionate for each other is the norm”
Flowers Blooming
“There Are Always Flowers For Those Who Want To See Them”
– Henri Matisse
Roses and Red Robins
Wishing you a Happy Spring Day
A Bouquet of Delfts Blue
Jill's Flower Garden
Spring has arrived and "New Life" has begun
Gifts from Nature, Hummingbirds and Dahlia's
Nature's beauty brings about joy, gratitude and positive thinking.
The Beauty of Nature, The Hummingbird and Dahlia Flower
The beauty of nature is all around you at any time of day and night.
Dried Protea Flower
Metamorphosis, Rebirth and Transformation
The transformation of the Monarch Butterfly, writing an entire new chapter.
Star Jasmine
Star Jasmine; it grows everywhere in the subtropical north of New Zealand, I dried a little bunch of Jasmine to have the gorgeous fragrance in my home.
Heart Beat
Treasures from the Sea.
Lotus Flowers
The Symbol of Purity
Sending You Five Little Corsages with Happiness
A bit of kindness and smile can turn someone's ordinary day into a wonderful one.
Powdery Pinks and New Beginnings
I love Tulips, they are all over the place now in The Netherlands.
A Bouquet of Delfts Blue
Flowers in spring time.
Summer Meadows
The mountain meadows in spring in Sud Tirol, Italy.
Flower Garden with Daffodils
Spring is here and everywhere.
Keep Calm and Love Nature (A5 size)
Summer Meadows (A5 version)
My Butterfly Garden
Dried Flower Petals (A5 version)
Keep Calm and Love Nature
A selection of grasses, flowers, leaves and little clam shells that Nanda found in and around the beach and dune environment in New Zealand's North.
Study of Feathers - Fly High
A collection of feathers gathered by Nanda; Kererū, Pheasant, Pūkeko, Dotterel - Tuturiwhatu Pukunui and Paradise Ducks. Most of them native to this area, some of them endangered. Look after our beautiful planet earth.
Trilogy, Free as a Bird
Nanda's journey and being free as a bird during her one year long sabbatical journey. Finding feathers is a magical thing, by looking at this drawing you have found them too. Love will win.
Available to purchase online and instore from Endemicworld.
Available to purchase instore at The Fantail House in Parnell, Auckland.
Universal Harmony
A story of masculine and feminine elements, shapes and forms, including deteriorating shells, driftwood and miniature skeletons of mosses and seaweeds which can be found in and around the beach.
One Blessing for Each and Every Day
A Universal Blessing. Feathers, symbolising comfort, purity, peace and freedom. Rose Quartz, the stone of universal love, symbolising compassion, tenderness and healing. Pearls, the symbol of wisdom, protection, good luck, and wealth. And Mother of Pearl, the stress relieving stone.
No Beginning No End
A collection of shells Nanda gathered from Omaha Beach. The circle represents movement and our own individual spiritual force that keeps us evolving and spiralling continuously into an upwards circle of growth, learning and change.
Available to purchase online and instore from Endemicworld.
Available to purchase instore at The Fantail House in Parnell, Auckland.
Dried Flower Petals, Freedom - Vrijheid
Live life beautifully. The 4th of May is a special day in The Netherlands. Honouring those who have given their lives for our freedom during the second world war. Everyone has the right to live in freedom. Love from the heart.
Beauty is all Around You
Enjoy the little things that are all around you. Planet earth is a beautiful place and is there to be cherished and respected.
Nautilus, Mother of Pearl, Mother of all Shells
Nautilus, Exploring the Iridescent
Symphony of Feathers, 2
Earth Wonders
The eternal relationship between wood, water, forest and sea.
Available to purchase instore at The Fantail House in Parnell, Auckland.
Jewels
Magic… follow your dreams.
Jewels, Follow your Soul, it will make your heart sing
Free as a Bird, Light as a Feather
Dreamy, the symbol of the feather has a deep spiritual meaning across many cultures. They represent a connection to spirit and the divine universe. Because of their connection to birds, they are a symbol of flight and freedom, physically and also in mental and spiritual sense. They also represent good luck. You might want to keep the feather you come across next time…
Gentle, soothing Mother of Pearl
Mother of Pearl brings the gentle healing power of the sea.
Birthday Roses for Chelsea Rose
To Chelsea, wishing you a very happy birthday (year) and many happy years to come, you are special!
Rose Petals
Give and you will receive.
The Perfect Imperfect
There is beauty in broken things. Let’s embrace our imperfect lives
The ordered Harmony of the Universe
Living together peacefully, exquisite earth.
The Metamorphosis
Happened on the day I found her or she found me. Enjoy the little things while you wander.
Free as a Bird, Light as a Feather
Dreamy.
One blessing for each and every day
A universal blessing.
Universal Harmony
A story of stronger masculine and softer feminine elements, shapes and forms, including deteriorating shells and miniature skeletons of mosses and sea weeds which live and grow in and around the sea and beach environment. The cycle goes on, forever.
Earth’s Abundance
22 April 2020, Earth Day.
The earth abundance is there for us to be used in a responsible way.
Aria
Leggero come una piuma.
Magical feathers as light as air.
7 Paua Shells
In Māori culture, Paua bring connectivity and harmony to relationships. The way the colours of the shell shift in the lights is a symbol of change and transition. The number 7 represents happiness, renewal, perfection and connection to the universe.
Positive Vibes
Matai Beach, Northland. An undisturbed piece of paradise. Yellow is the colour of positivity, happiness, clarity, enlightenment and energy.
Goblin Forest, Taranaki
A truly magical place.
A Colour Explosion
The exceptional colours of vine leaves in Autumn.
Free as a Bird
Gannets at Muriwai Beach.
Flowers for Doortje
Flowers in remembrance of my Mum, 29/12/1927 till 06/09/2020.
