Forest 12

“Forest 12” is part of my ongoing exploration of nature through expressive colour and bold brushwork. In this piece, I wanted to capture the stillness and quiet rhythm of the forest — but not in a literal way. Instead, I approached it emotionally, allowing my brush to move freely and instinctively, building texture and movement with each layer.

I used acrylics on canvas, working quickly and intuitively with large brushes. The colours aren’t what you’d see in a textbook, but they’re what I *feel* when I walk through a forest — cool shadows, bursts of light, flashes of warmth.

I want viewers to feel like they’re stepping into the scene, sensing the breeze and light, maybe even catching the scent of earth and trees. It’s an invitation to pause, breathe, and connect with the natural world through colour and motion.

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Jos is an award-winning artist known for his bold, vibrant use of color. His large-format works are a testament to his passion for free movement and spontaneous expression, allowing him to create pieces that are as dynamic as they are expressive. Jos’s art brings to life a variety of subjects — from portraits of people and animals to cityscapes and landscapes — all united by his love for vivid color.

Jos is available for commissioned works, whether it’s capturing the personality of your children, pets, or even your favorite holiday spots.

Originally from Wollongong, Australia, Jos’s artistic journey has taken him from the Netherlands, where he lived as a teenager, to New Zealand, where he spent 26 years with his wife and four children. Now based south of Perth, Western Australia, Jos continues to explore and push the boundaries of his art, constantly inspired by his global experiences.

You can find his art at these galleries:
Eillo, Northbridge, Perth
Mirage Gallery, Subiaco, Perth,
Boranup Gallery, Margaret River,
Riverfront Gallery, Denmark,
Black Door Gallery, Parnell, Auckland, NZ,
Red Peach Gallery, Napier, NZ,
Exhibitions Gallery, Wellington, NZ,
Central Art Gallery, Queenstown, NZ