I was born in a small village called Tuitjenhorn in the North of the Netherlands. I have an older and a younger brother, and the most loving parents.

As a child, I was carefree and endlessly curious. I loved to paint, draw, and create. My closet was full of paper and paint, with brushes older than me. I would sit in the corner of the table painting while my mother prepared dinner. We’d talk about our day while I worked on my art. When a piece was finished, I gave it away proudly, then moved on to the next one.



Growing Up

As I grew older, painting slowly slipped away. Out of sight, out of mind. With it, a piece of that innocent, joyful child faded too. Adulthood came with expectations: I wanted to be a nurse, learn more, do more, and grow in my career.

Originally from the Netherlands, I moved to England for experience in A&E, and later returned to Amsterdam, where I specialized in heart care. Life became busy, both at work and outside of it. Over time, I had to step back and focus on my well-being. I struggled with panic attacks and a Burnout. I received support from the people around me, but much of the journey was mine alone.



Rediscovering Painting

During that period, I picked up a paintbrush again. The first painting didn’t bring joy, it gave me a feeling of nothing. And that was exactly what I needed. I was feeling everything all at once, and for a moment, painting let me feel nothing. I poured all my emotions into the canvas, letting them lift off my shoulders and exist somewhere outside of me. In those hours, I could simply be with my feelings without being overwhelmed by them.

As I continued to paint, something shifted. Painting wasn’t just therapy, it became fun. My inner child and my adult self began to reconnect, and I started to feel like myself again.



The Meaning Behind My Art

Each piece I create is filled with emotion, whether it's sadness or joy. Painting became my way of expressing. I hope that when people see my art, they feel something, pause, and reflect. Maybe they ask themselves: Who am I? What do I love? Why did I stop doing it? Because what you loved as a child is still part of you. Art has reminded me of who I truly am.

One of my favorite pieces, Inner Child, captures this perfectly. It represents the playful, curious, and creative part of ourselves that should never be lost. Painting has taught me that joy, creativity, and passion are not lost, they can be found again.



Today



I started sharing my work on Instagram and TikTok, and even displayed a piece in my hospital department. I love seeing how everyone interprets my work differently. My pieces are emotional, honest, and personal. And I hope to inspire others to reconnect with themselves. Because it's a beautiful thing to find.

I started selling prints and original paintings. You can follow my journey and see my creations on @painting.stuffss, where I share both my process and my passion.