Artist note — Leonoor Ruigrok
There is something magical about old sketches. They are a snapshot of an idea, an inspiration captured at that moment in time. These old sketches were not perfect, but it was precisely that imperfection that gave them a certain power. They told stories that I might not have fully understood back then, but now, years later, they come to life.
Art explanation of Leonoor Ruigrok
During a somewhat uncertain moment in my art studio, I spontaneously grabbed my old sketchbook. With these sketches in hand, I began my creative process. I used them as a starting point for my new oil paintings. Each sketch served as a blueprint, but the final paintings developed in their own unique way. It was a fascinating project, combining elements from the original sketches with new techniques and insights I have gained over the years.
The new works
The resulting oil paintings are a tribute to those old sketches. They are a fusion of past and present, combining the spontaneous energy of the sketches with the depth and richness of oil paint. Each painting has its own unique atmosphere, yet they all bear the mark of their origin.
This project has made me realize how valuable my old sketchbooks are. They are not only an archive of ideas but a constant source of inspiration. By looking back at my earlier work, I have found new ways to express my artistic vision.
These old sketches were not perfect, but it was precisely that imperfection that gave them a certain power.
There is something magical about old sketches. They are a snapshot of an idea, an inspiration captured at that moment in time.
Armed with my old sketches, I embarked on my creative journey. I used them as the foundation for my new oil paintings. Each sketch acted as a template, but the final artworks evolved in their own distinctive manner. It was an intriguing project, merging elements from the original sketches with new techniques and insights I’ve acquired over the years.
I delved into various old sketches to translate them into the present. And I experimented with different materials.
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