Anja Slijkhuis

My name is Anja Slijkhuis. I am a Dutch artist or colour blender, also called supplier of joy and bliss! I am painting tulips and other flowers. My tulips symbolize spring, new life, growth, hope, nature and beauty. In the Netherlands, after the grey, rainy and cold winter season, tulips promise a new beginning, a new season: “the sun is coming, let’s celebrate!”. They radiate joy, cheer and happiness. The red tulip even stands for ‘perfect love’. I love to blow up my tulips and let the light shine in their petals. I like to show their beauty and vibration in all their different colors and types and portray their movement. Tulips represent spring, new life, hope, new chances, cheer and joy. My tulips bloom always and everywhere, no matter what! Since 2005 I have taken painting classes in Rotterdam, at Ann van der Meer in Atelier du Jardin. Since 2021 I have moved to the beautiful country of Friesland in the North of the Netherlands, where Jaap van Dijk is my painting teacher. I am working with acrylic paint as well as oil paint. Of course I am leaving my comfort zone regularly, to paint all kinds of themes and subjects besides tulips. Animals, still lives and other themes, I lov them all. I would like to create your personal painting too, of which you can indicate your wishes, for instance your house, your pet, your favorite flowers in your colors and size. What about a painted unique art work as a present for your best friend or family? Just contact me by email if you are interested in a complete and non-binding personal offer, upon that we can talk about all possibilities. On instagram you will find the latest work and everything I am working on. Have a nice day!