Gerrit Faber

When I observe something in my environment that strikes or fascinates me, I am inclined to grab my dummy or watercolour pad to make a sketch. I have a row of dummies and a heap of watercolours that constitute a treasure chest of ideas and memories. I use them in my studio to make oil paintings, or to return to a place to deepen my impression. Leafing through the pages I see that particular subjects predominate certain periods. Ships, people and landscapes are all present. In my more recent work landscapes are numerous, sometimes with people. My ambition is to create powerful images that create depth on a flat surface and show the heart of my intention.