Melinda - Oud Zilver

Old silver
Oil paint on linen
60 x 60 cm
2024

Framed (in black frame)

This oil painting depicts a silver teapot on an olive wood plank against a dark background. The realistic depiction and careful light reflections give the object an almost tangible presence. The work exudes tranquility and evokes a sense of nostalgia, like a warm memory of simplicity, homeliness, and bygone times.

A while ago, my mother-in-law offered me two old silver jugs. She was tidying up. Well, perfect models indeed. They sit well. I did my best to capture them in all their old glory. Of course, I will include the little dents and scratches. Honestly, that's only fair.

I am Melinda Rutgers, a painter. I completed my training as a portrait painter at Portretschool Amsterdam. Currently, my focus is on painting still lifes. I paint realistically in oil and am inspired by everyday moments and objects that often go unnoticed. I am fascinated by different materials and textures, and in my work, I explore how light, texture, and detail can together evoke a mood; a quest to find the boundary between seeing and feeling.

Since 2024, I have been part of the 'Masters of Realism' group. A proud recognition of my craftsmanship and contribution to the tradition of Dutch Realism.


2025
Galerie RRMND - Exhibition 'Masters of Realism'
Art Trail Aalsmeer
Europe Art Fair MECC Maastricht
Galerie Paterswolde - Exhibition 'Inside and Outside'
2024
Exhibition 'Just Still' - Uithoorn Town Hall
Art Trail Aalsmeer
2021
Galerie Paterswolde - business cards exhibition
Warehouse 6 - Exhibition at Portretschool Amsterdam
Qua Kunst & Ambacht De Kwakel
Art Trail Aalsmeer
2019
Qua Kunst & Ambacht De Kwakel
Represented by Kunst met een Koekje Maarssen gallery.
Participation in the Art Congress Central Netherlands - Museum JAN Amstelveen
2018
WG Kunst Amsterdam - final exam exhibition: 'the human and his space'
2017
Participation in the Art Congress Central Netherlands - Kunstlinie Almere