Welcome to the website of dutch artist Marjolein Kruijt. She is specialized in capturing nature and animals on canvas. The collection of paintings presented here show Marjoleins passion for them.
•She’s an author of 2 books on animal painting, available in 2 languages. The English translation of her first book is available with the title ‘Drawing and Painting animals with Expression‘.
•Graduated from two art academies then becoming a fulltime artist for over 23 years now.
•Illustrator for many (inter)national art magazines and numerous other publications. Marjolein exhibits worldwide.
•Recently she worked two years on 2 oracle card decks for HayHouse UK.
•She appeared several times on Dutch TV
•Her animal and PET portraits are in great demand after her tv appearances since early ’00.
•Inspired by the essence of her subjects, she aims to capture their essence as a ‘spiritual ambassador for animals‘, to open people up to connect with animals more from the heart. Each painting has an unique story: personal, mystical, funny or symbolic. Marjoleins artwork is a direct expression, searching for more insight in life beyond plain figuration of natures beauty. Interested in animal communication, crystal healing, spirituality and ascension her artwork develops alongside.