Amazon Canopy

Being part of the canopy of the forest is relevant for every tree. It is the way to maximise photosynthesis and, therefore, the production of sugars, the basic building materials for the entire ecosystem. It is the place in the forest to be – “Each tree is essential. It is part of The Empire of the Sun” (quote by Professor Roelof Oldeman†, 2021). The food chain starts here.

From a remote-sensing perspective, this art expression tells the story of how the fight for light looks like. Every inch is used. The natural rainforest’s biodiversity can be sensed from this eagle’s view, an art impression.

Bibliography

Kruf, J. (2021) Amazon Canopy [fine art print]. Breda: Private collection.

About Maturity

The process towards maturity is an interesting one. It takes time, care and dedication to reach this state (of perfection). We put a reminder on our wall. Maturity always leads to new perspectives. We know this by heart and soul.

For this chili pepper, this process results in a dynamic pattern of facets and completely new breaking indexes, an enriched spiciness and an increased palette of flavours and fragrances.

Bibliography

Kruf, J. (2018) About Maturity [fine art print]. Breda: private collection.

Sky-blue Mushroom

It is a form of art on its own, the sky-blue mushroom (Entoloma hochstetteri). It is home in the forests throughout New Zealand. This colour blue is exceptional for mushrooms. The contrast with the brown/green forest colour palette is remarkable.

Bibliography

Kruf, J. (2023) Sky-blue mushroom [metal print]. Breda: Private collection.

 

Black Friday

It is a feeling of being overwhelmed, which we all face every year. It seems an unstoppable process with no one in charge, a crazy outburst that comes as a bad season. It contradicts our feeling of preserving the earth. And now, Christmas is coming. “Houston, do we have a problem?” A mirror.

Bibliography

Kruf, J. (2023) Black Friday [fine art print]. Breda: Private collection.

Our Inner Flame

 

Our inner flame is where we find trust, comfort and hope in times when the ecosystem of our society is in high turbulence. It is essential to keep it burning with creativity and joy. We all know why.

Bibliography

Kruf, J. (2023) Our Inner Flame [metal print]. Breda: Personal collection.