Over the centuries, the Dutch landscape has been a source of inspiration for many artists. Read more.
Over the centuries, the Dutch landscape has been a source of inspiration for many artists. How come. Well, in the Netherlands, the view is generally unobstructed by mountains and trees. Unobstructed views of more than 20 kilometres are more often the rule than the exception. Add to this the special ever-changing light - thanks to the sea embracing the land - and you have created the ideal challenge for an artist.
Fast you must work, good you must look to capture the Dutch landscape in paint.
Of course, the Dutch landscape does not exist just as man does not exist. Although, the artists on this calendar unmistakably sing an ode to the Low Countries in their paintings.