The artist journal of LACE Ruig reflects an artist who, over time, is carried by waves of change and boldly embraces the unknown. Throughout each phase of her artistic journey, she consistently pushes boundaries and experiments with new techniques. By immersing herself fully in the creative process, she manages to uncover the true essence of art. Furthermore, LACE’s work is infused with raw honesty, evolving in tandem with her inner discoveries and the natural rhythm of her life.
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A little information about publication
Discover how my artwork has found a special place in a luxury art book. An adventurous experience that reflects my love for inspirational coffee table books. All the details are below.
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A brief anthology about my artwork. My sources, my dark side & alter egos.
In the picture: last night I was a guest at Nick Duindam Podium Bollenstreek. A program about artists and their stories from Omroep Bo. An anthology about my work. Who and what are my sources of inspiration? I talk about my memories and stories that are connected to my work. (For non-Dutch natives: It will be…
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A Painting as a Philosophical Mirror: Illustration for Article
On the website Ruimte voor woorden, a place where stories and insights converge, a painting in progress was recently used as an illustration. For a philosophical article by writer Karin Melis. This online space serves as a source of reflection and exchange, where stories are not just brief tales, but expansive paths of thought and contemplation.…
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Boat full of art, dogs, and family
(Subtitle: Wine, BBQ, and art) First, gathering work for an atelierview and photo shoot was my task. The artworks were carefully packed and placed in the boat. However, the question arose: should the dog be included or not? Our dogs always want to join in! Meanwhile, the photographer dives into her gear in the small…
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SOFT & CALM MEMORY
OILPAINTING ON CANVAS | SOFT ICELANDIC | 2024- x – X- CM – | ARTSERIES: ICELANDIC HOUSES A BIG ONE! An honor to catch them in oilpaint. Soft and calm Icelandic memories in oilpaint. This large work is part of the Icelandic Houses series. The overwhelming insignificance I feel in the vast nature of Iceland…
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The liberation; a good story
A good story. “The Liberation” is a 2024 artwork and part of the “Keepers” art series. It was created in oil paint, based on a sketch from a distant sketch-memory. These sketches had been lying in my drawing drawer for years, and, notably, the anthropomorphic figure “Hare” was still intimately connected to “Woman” in them. But what does…
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GALlERY VIEW
Autumn 2024 exhibition in Galerie Twintig Hillegom The Netherlands Mixedmedia artwork Blue Deux is just been added to the collection of Gallery Twintig Hillegom. Hoofdstraat 128 te Hillegom The Netherlands- 06-37290123 sharing vision The transition from the studio to the gallery is a profound and meaningful process for every artist. The moment I select my…
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EARTHY LAYERED
BLUE DEUX MIXEDMEDIA I don’t create a lot of abstract artwork, but this piece is one of my favorites, showcasing earthy layered textures and structures. These textures and mixed media form the foundation of my ‘It’s Nature’ series, which prominently features the anthropomorphic creature ‘Deer’. Moreover, this series combines natural elements with symbolic storytelling, blending…
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Unboxing artframe
“a vibrant hue in the artframe” Unboxing my mixedmedia artwork with new artframe. Handmade by De Lijsterij. It has become a hand-colored oak frame with a vibrant hue. Museum quality framed with 70% UV-protective glass, ensuring that the colors and quality of the mixedmedia artwork remain optimal. I don’t create a lot of abstract artwork, but this…
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a profound connection with nature
Every step of my journey through Iceland was a profound connection with nature. It wasn’t just the small cottages, standing sturdy and solitary in the vastness, that inspired me, but also the many colors that Iceland offers. The art series consists of about ten small artworks in oil paint, on wood, canvas, and board. The…
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A bit of artistic order in the artistic wilderness.
Today, I was preparing my artworks for my upcoming exhibitions. I’m increasingly finding my own artistic path and developing my unique style and “handwriting” in my art. The pieces in this photo have all evolved over the past few months. It’s an incredibly fascinating creative process and brings me much more than just the tangible…
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Note
“She has a madness that turns every situation into inspiration.” – Karin Melis author and philosopher