Kruf, J. (2023)Pollard in Misty Landscape [fine art print]. Breda: Private collection.
Pollard in Misty Landscape
Tagarchief: Natuur
Kingfisher
Common kingfisher (ijsvogel)
Kingfisher in bathroom
Here is one of the members of the familiy of Kingfishers: the Common kingfisher (Alcedo atthis L., ijsvogel, NL). Take care in your bathroom now!
© Jack Kruf. Digital painting / fine art print.
Lessons from the Oystercatcher
Oystercatcher on the Beach
Framed Oystercatcher in my Study
Much can be derived from the Oystercatcher (scholekster) in the world of governance and management. In particular, the territorial behaviour during breeding is packed with exciting study material. In the colony, a “pecking order” takes effect. First come, first served and finding the ideal habitat as a nesting place, close to where the oysters and scoops can be found.
The clear lessons by Paul Valens†, our master on where ecology meets strategy, inspired me to study this exceptional bird. I painted it in Nieuwvliet-Bad, The Netherlands. A drawing including depth of focus.
Kruf, J. (2023) Lessons from the Oystercatcher [fine art print]. Breda: Private collection.
Quercus Palette
On what is now the edge of a forest I found this 35 meter mighty pedunculate oak (zomereik, Quercus robur L.) in late evening light. The rich palette of its trunk tells the story. From 10 meter above ground onwards it had decided, many years ago, to form the basis of its mighty crown. It has become a place full of life.
