Femke hiemstra biography definition

Femke Hiemstra is a Netherlands-based “Neo Fabulist” visual artist who uses acrylic paint and graphite pencil to tell surrealist fables that draw you in with their imagination and meticulous skill. Her work has been shown and collected worldwide, with a special championing from Seattle's Roq La Rue.

In our interview, we talk about the influence of location, exploring new mediums, and her favorite podcasts.

You build such complex, compelling narratives into your paintings and drawings. How fully do you plan each piece, and is there room for evolution in the paint application phase?

It differs slightly every time, but I most often don’t plan a piece completely.

I start with a thumbnail-sized sketch consisting of a few lines, minimally recognisable in scene and character(s).

Femke hiemstra biography definition

I enlarge the sketch digitally, print it, and use it as my guide to start the piece. Atmosphere, colours, and finesse are mainly in my head and emerge as I work. This way creates room for changes which can lead