OCHTENDRIT
2023
VAN CHRISTA
This artwork is based on a unique concept, titled "Cees Study Strava”. Inspired by the passion for cycling shared by my father Cees and his friends, this work captures their scenic rides across the Northern Province of the Netherlands. My father tracks their rides with the Strava app, providing a virtual map of the picturesque Polder landscapes that define the area.
For this artwork I selected a cool Polder landscape shape adjacent to his cycling route in the Alkmaar area from August 2022. This way I know for sure he cycled along the landscape ensuring it resonates with his memories. This is an integral part of my concept, giving the artwork a deep personal meaning! Then I edited it digitally, gave it bright colours and a personal touch.
The landscape is a flat surface, because it is view from above. However, the diagonal line brings the illusion of depth, it, like a side façade of a building, or a step. You can even see the letter P in it, from Papa! That’s the gift of making art.
Through this creation my profound connection with my father is elevating artistically. Also, it depicts the connection I have with the Polder landscape I grew up in and the geometric lines and shapes I like so much.
The title of my artwork is the name my father gave his cycling tour that day on Strava: “Ochtendrit” (Morning ride). The work was on view at Art Rental & Gallery Kunstuitleen Alkmaar last Summer.
Fine art print on Hahnemühle Hemp paper, size 50x70 cm
Price: € 89
Also available in bespoke sizes.
VAN CHRISTA
