In 2022, I graduated cum laude from the KABK (Royal Academy of Art The Hague) as a textile designer. I am inspired by the challenges my generation is facing, such as climate change and aim to include this in my art. Specifically, my art is focused on recycling, upcycling and sustainability; so I mainly use everyday materials that are often overlooked. Materials that would otherwise end up in the trash, have now been given a new purpose through art. Having lived in the largest female student house in the Netherlands (with 36 girls), has led me to conduct research on various materials, ecosystems, and waste on acontinue basis. Such as trash bags, dryer fluff, clothing items, plastic grocery bags and more.

After my graduation I established my own atelier in Amsterdam, which has provided me with a dynamic environment to further develop my artistic vision alongside fellow creatives. For one of my latest project, I drew inspiration from an antique butterfly cabinet housed at the Naturalis museum. This cabinet was historically utilized for the preservation of butterflies, with each drawer containing samples of various species. The drawers serve as the frames for the artworks, with each piece intimately connected to the butterfly species preserved within its respective drawer. Conducting thorough research into these diverse butterflies, I found inspiration in their intricate patterns, vibrant colors, and magnificent shapes. Each art piece portrays the unique allure of the butterfly.

In my creative process, I incorporated a variety of recycled materials, including lint from the dryer, leftover yarn scraps, dog hair, food packaging materials, reused fabrics, bracelets from art festivals and more. These materials allowed for sustainable practices but also added an element of depth to my works. This piece transitioned garbage to art, connecting senses with sustainability.