VAN KASTJE NAAR CANVASJE

2024

STADSKLOOSTER KANAALSTRAAT

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Nathalie van Dalfsen (1999) is a Dutch-Portuguese illustrator and artist known for her fascination with the fusion of different disciplines. Her work is characterized by a playful and poetic style, with a strong emphasis on landscapes and nature. She employs various techniques and materials, including textiles, ceramics, and photography, to bring her creative visions to life.

The story behind this artwork

This cabinet was once installed by the father of the owner of the oliebollen stall, which still stands there during the winter months.

Now that the square has been beautifully greened by ‘Het Stadsklooster’, the City Monastery, it was high time for the cabinet to be greened as well. The electrical cabinet stood very drab next to the green plants.

The square is frequently used by local residents, and I wanted to represent that social aspect alongside the greenery on the cabinet. I chose moments that take place in this square: children playing, someone passing by on a bike, a neighbour sitting with her dog and waving to an acquaintance who has just done some shopping. Of course, the neighbourhood cat had to be included as well. On the back of the cabinet, I depicted Het Stadsklooster, surrounded by greenery.

How did the painting go?

The local residents and passersby reacted incredibly positively. While I was painting, I received many compliments about how cool or beautiful they thought it was. The moments that stuck with me were especially the children who watched in awe as I painted. To them, I suddenly became an idol. For example, a class of schoolchildren walked by, and they all exclaimed, “wow” and “cool!” The teacher added, “Look, an artist!” That really warmed my heart. Another funny moment was when a toddler came to watch with her mother, and when her mother asked her what she saw, she described the cat as a “meow”! So sweet. Creating art in public spaces is just so much fun because you suddenly have an audience, and you receive all these positive reactions.

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