with a playfull twist
At seventeen, I began my own graphic design studio, Miesart. Through Miesart, I created iconic brand identities with a strong graphic character. Service-oriented, applied, and crafted with great dedication to each client.
When I turned 34 and Miesart celebrated its seventeenth anniversary, I marked the occasion with a grand celebration. Half of my life had been dedicated to Miesart up to that point. In that same year, a serious cycling accident brought everything to a halt. In the ensuing inevitable silence, I began to paint and shape my personal creative path.
Where my work at Miesart gives voice to others, I now pursue a parallel, autonomous path. In my paintings, I seek the same power as in my designs: images that linger, telling stories you cannot ignore.
I am a painter with a background in graphic design, black has always been a colour I as a graphic designer feel strongly connected to. I work freehand, combining strong black lines with vibrant fields of color to balance spontaneity and precision, creating a striking visual impact.
My distinctive style distills everyday humor and explores themes of connection and loneliness. Through my work, I aim to create art that radiates lightness, joy, and a playful twist.
I enjoy connecting with people who are curious about my work. Whether you have a question, would like to visit my studio, or simply want to talk about art, you are very welcome to get in touch.
Miesart
Creating art is a side activity of Miesart. With Miesart, I develop iconic brand identities.
My dream is to create brand identities that endure for generations through their iconic character and strength, and in doing so, contribute to the rich history of Dutch graphic design. Especially in a time when everything seems to be constantly changing.
Visit miesart.com to explore iconic brand identities I designed.