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About Astrid

I am Astrid, founder of Atelier Wander. And I'm back.

 

Over 25 years ago, I encountered a creative burnout during my art education. Overnight I put the paint and brushes in the cupboard. My easel went to my mother. Who, by the way, has made fantastic art on it. I started a career in business myself.

 

However, the fact that this site exists, obviously means that the story doesn't end there. All this time I thought my creativity was extinguished. It turned out that it had only been put on a pilot light. When I picked up the brush, spatula and everything else that could be used to make art, the fire flared up again. It has now grown into a campfire full of creativity. And I now have a healthy urgency to keep it going.  

 

My creative block is reflected in my works. They are all about feeling freely and acting without judgement. Exactly how I think making art should be. 

 

I hope you enjoy what you see here. Are you interested in an original work, or a fine-art print? Please contact us to discuss the possibilities.

A photo of Astrid Brantjes, founder of Atelier Wander, through the glass of the cell window.
The gallery in Wolvenplein where Wander has opened her door.

Wolvenplein

Starting 2024, Atelier Wander has had a atelier in Wolvenplein. Until 2014, this unique location was used as a prison. However these days, the cells are rented out separately to creative entrepreneurs. In this way, a place that was once a symbol of captivity has now become a place where people feel free to explore.

Wolvenplein

Starting 2024, Atelier Wander has had a atelier in Wolvenplein. Until 2014, this unique location was used as a prison. However these days, the cells are rented out separately to creative entrepreneurs. In this way, a place that was once a symbol of captivity has now become a place where people feel free to explore.

The gallery in Wolvenplein where Wander has opened her door.
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