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Friesland is Holland’s northern most province. It abounds in lush green farms, boat-filled waterways, and scenic lakes. Many of the lakes are below sea level, therefore dikes, waterways, and windmills keep the water level manageable. Friesland is known for its agriculture, dairy farms, fishing, and shipbuilding. Presently water sports, mainly sailing, and tourism nourish the economy.
Most of the scenes are captured in and around Terherne, which means “on the corner” and dates back to the 1100s. Terherne has become internationally acclaimed as a water sports village, with a classical ship harbor, various marinas, and many fishing areas. Since Holland is my home country, I thoroughly enjoyed en plein air painting amid the picturesque pastoral landscapes. I hope you enjoy viewing this collection as much as I enjoyed capturing these idyllic, classic country scenes.
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AFTERNOON RESPITE
15x17” Oil on linen
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This painting depicts a young farmer quieting his time by fishing. You are drawn into the scene by the flow of the water down the canal and the solitude of the boat, then led out to the pasture and beyond to the farm houses in the distance.
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AKRUM PASTURE
18x23” Oil on linen
This a typical Friesian pastoral landscape, showcasing cows grazing amid verdant pastures. The scene is complete with a classic operating windmill and small farmhouses populating the horizon.
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HEIT'S FARM
16x21” Oil on linen
“Heit” meaning “Father” is a quite farm nestled in the village of Raerd. A nine-month old Friesian horse is being trained by Thomas. Friesian horses are well known for their beauty, temperament, and build as a working breed.
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THOMAS FARM
19x21” Oil on linen
Thomas farm is a typical working farm in the village of Raerd. A Dutch farmer goes about his daily work amid vibrant red barns, set against a backdrop of sheep grazing among peaceful meadows.
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SLOTEN PASTURE
19x25” Oil on linen
A beautiful Friesian canal-scape depicting dairy cows quenching their thirst and a classic Dutch windmill spinning on country time.
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SKUTJE SAILING
24x30” Oil on linen
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A windy day on Sneekermeer Lake, an area known for its bond with water. Featuring a skutje--a prized flat iron bottom sail boat with distinctive balancing swords. An icon of Friesland, this sailboat dates back to the 18th century as a cargo boat. The sailboat maintains its heritage by flying a Dutch flag off the stern.
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SISTERS
18x20” Oil on linen
These two classic Dutch girls, Maaike and Femke, are my cousin’s grand daughters. They were enjoying an afternoon of cheerful splashing and I could not resist capturing this carefree portrait.
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FRIESLAND
12x17” Oil on linen
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This timeless Dutch scene entices you with the flow of the water through lush summer pastures toward the everlasting turns of the windmill’s sails.
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FRIESIAN HORSE
12x15” Oil on linen
The strong Friesian horse carried knights in shining armor in the 16th century. In the late middle ages they were needed as a draft breed. Today they are used for farming and dressage. This Friesian horse possesses great presence and carries itself with black beauty elegance.
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FRIESIAN HORSE II
21x24” Oil on linen The Friesian horse was a sought-after commodity because of its large posture, deep black color and nice, elegant movements. The breed has powerful overall conformation with a long, arched neck, well-chiseled head, powerful sloping shoulders, and a strong hindquarter with low-set tail. This distinguished Friesian horse has a smart appearance and an eager, honest temperament.
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