
artist TESS Anders
artist, self-taught & storyteller
Raised in picturesque Haarlem and coming from a family steeped in creativity, art was not a choice for Tess, but her destiny. She breathes art, as she has her whole life. When she was barely eight years old, it was the drawing lessons of her father, a gifted artist himself, that guided her first steps into the world of art.
Tess, who graduated from Art & Design in Amsterdam in 2011, but who classifies herself as an autodidact, has shaped her passion and talent in an impressive way. She has participated in renowned art programs, including 'De Nieuwe Vermeer', her work visible on 'Kunst of Kitsch' and 'Sterren op het doek', where she started to make her unique mark on the art world.
Her portraits embody the Dutch tradition of portraiture, but she always adds her own unique twist. Her creations, whether realistic oil paintings or drawings, often contain an abstract or decorated twist. The constant theme in her work is the human being and the urge to decorate it or capture the expression of human behavior in a portrait.
''I find satisfaction in adorning the face, a reflection of the human being itself with desires, growth and shortcomings. My work highlights the beauty and femininity in our diverse society.''
In addition to her free work, ranging from sketches to watercolors and oil paintings, Tess regularly creates commissioned portraits. Here you can have a special and unique portrait painted or drawn, with or without personal additions.
Every year she organizes exhibitions and participates in renowned art fairs such as the Affordable Art Fair and the First Art Fair. Don't miss any event and sign up for her newsletter!
Tess is not only a master in the world of art; she shares her passion with children by giving various creative workshops every week. To pass on the experience as she has experienced it.
Besides her artistry, Tess is also a professional make-up artist for photoshoots, events, and she gives Masterclasses.
''The more unwearable and artistic the makeup, the better.''
She worked for MAC Cosmetics for many years and remains loyal to MAC products.
Tess embodies originality and brings that little bit of 'DIFFERENT' to everything she does.