What is the best thing that I love about my work?

That I try to create life on paper and canvas and through every detail I draw. 

I love to see how my work comes to life.

What is my idea of happiness?

That you can enjoy the little things in life. For example, I really enjoy an afternoon drawing in my small studio with a cup of tea. I think that’s my idea of real happiness.

What is my greatest fear?

To lose people you love.

What is the trait that I most deplore in myself?

My patience. Not in drawing haha, but sometimes in life. I have certainly improved this, but sometimes I have to remind myself to be more patience.

Which living persons in my profession do i most admire?

That’s a lot of different artists. I have learned a lot from artists who can draw very well, but I also follow many artists who paint. It’s actually too much to mention ;).

What is my greatest extravagance?

I can be quite a drama queen sometimes.

On what occasion would I lie?

Maybe if I can help someone else, in an honest way.

What is the thing that I dislike the most in my work?

I often think that a drawing or painting is finished, but sometimes I see that I can still improve the work I am working on, so I try to pay more attention to this.

When and where was I the happiest, in my work?

That is at different times. Sometimes I want to try a different style and sometimes I am very happy with what I make. That’s just part of it. At the moment, I’m just happy with my Artwork!

If I could, what would I change about myself?

Sometimes I have to remind myself, about what I have already achieved with my work.

And that it is not a competition, to see who sells the most Artworks and receives the most assignments.

What is my greatest achievement in work?

That I received two beautiful awards in New York and Florance, Italy.

Where would I most like to live?

In a warmer country, with many hours of sunshine

What is my most treasured possession?

My family and Pets

What is my most marked characteristic?

Maybe my clothing style. I wear what I like.

What is my most inspirational location, in my city?

I think the buildings on the canals

What is my favorite place to eat and drink, in my city?

It’s a japanese restaurant in my neighborhood, I love eating there!

What books influenced my life and how?

I don’t read that much, but sometimes on vacation. I usually read intense true stories.

You Only Die Once. What music would I listen on my last day?

Gims and a-ha.

Who is my hero or heroine in fiction?

Tweety haha lol. I always loved Tweety as a child 🙂

Who are my heroes and heroines in real life?

My family

Which movie would i recommend to see once in a lifetime?

I personally really like thriller movies, but I really liked the film Split

What role play stories in my life and work?

In my works I am mainly inspired by nature. I love capturing the beauty of nature in my works.

Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, partner in crime?

My cat hihi and my family. I also have great supporters on my Instagram:)

Which people or companies would I like to work with?

Stabilo, Faber Castell, Strathmore and Caran D’ache.

I really like these brands and enjoy working with their products.

What project am I looking forward to work on?

More landscape drawings/paintings.

Where can you see me or my work?
On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daisy_vd_zijden/

Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@daisyvanderzijden

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daisy-van-der-zijden-3725362a9/?locale=nl_NL

And on my website https://www.daisyvanderzijden.com/

What do the words “Passion Never Retires” mean to me?

Because passion is forever. I believe you are born with it and it never goes away.

How can you contact me?

On Instagram: @daisy_vd_zijden, tiktok, youtube and on my website daisyvanderzijden.com or email: daisyvanderzijden@gmail.com