Process notes
I am curious about what happens when I try something new. In these Process Notes, I share experiments, works in progress, recurring symbols and the occasional adventure that finds its way into my work.
Leonoor Ruigrok –
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A Small Form That Remains
A small oil painting, a house-like form almost hidden in the landscape. In “Shelter”, colour, texture and movement gather around a form that remains quietly present.
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The Lake Wouldn’t Sit Still
Wakesurfing, wind, sudden storms and a lake that refused to sit still. The story behind my Lago d’Orta series, from the first painting after wakesurfing to increasingly layered and unruly landscapes.
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Who Started the Fire?
Who started the fire? A studio note about “Firestarter”, a painting from my Dreamland series. A dark figure, a small glowing house and a story I prefer not to explain too precisely.
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I Thought I Had to Find an Artists’ Collective
I thought I needed to join an artists’ collective. But between galleries, exhibitions, Paris and my own studio, I began to wonder whether the connections I was looking for were already there. And whether I really needed another newsletter.
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Can I view available works during a studio visit?
During a studio visit, you can view available paintings, works on paper, artist studies and selected studio archive pieces. If you are interested in a specific work, let me know before your visit so I can make sure it is ready for you to see.
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Why buy art directly from the artist?
What happens when you buy art directly from the artist? From thoughtful collectors to unexpected encounters, I share what I enjoy about the personal side of selling my work.