Boat people – John John Hoelen

Boat People 👇

Curious about how I made this masterpiece?

Check out the FAQ below where I answer all the common questions!

John, when did you make this?

I made this piece in 2024 at my studio in Hoogstraten as part of the INK collection.

Okay, cool John. But what materials did you use?

Ink and bister on paper.

Thanks John! Is there by any chance also a story behind the artwork?

OF COURSE…

I enjoyed creating this Japanese ink painting for three simple reasons 👇

Firstly, because ink is such a simple material. And turned me into a total minimalist. Suddenly… every brushstroke counted. And every line had a purpose.

Second, because of the way ink flowed across the paper. It created movement and emotion in a way that NO OTHER material could.

Third, the contrast of black on white. It’s quiet, yet so powerful.

And above all, creating with ink felt like a form of meditation to me. It brought me peace. In short… ink is THE BEST. And I can’t wait to continue working with it in the future.

That’s epic. And I’m sorry to keep asking, but do you also have a fun fact?

Duh 👇

This piece is totally unique and part of an exclusive collection. So, once it’s gone, you won’t find another like it anywhere. That’s the beauty of it..

If you love this work and want it to be yours...

…send me an email with the work’s name in the subject line. I’ll reply ASAP to discuss pricing and answer any questions you have.

Sounds good?

And if I were you, I’d hurry up. Because this is a one-of-a-kind piece. And once it’s gone, it’s gone. FOREVER.

P.S.

If this one’s not your style, no worries 😉 — I’ve still got a bunch of other works you haven’t seen. YET…