Heart Turtle Pink 2022

Diederick Van Apple

Chromed steelResinMetal
25 ⨯ 40 ⨯ 25 cm
ConditionExcellent
€ 1.200

CJS Gallery

• About the artwork
  Artist: Diederik van Apple
  Title: Heart Turtle
  Technique: Resin chrome acrylic
  Size: 40x25x25cm
  
  This vibrant artwork portrays a magnificent chrome-plated turtle adorned with a medley of graffiti-style hearts. The turtle’s sleek, reflective surface catches the light, creating a mesmerizing play of reflections.
  
  At first glance, the turtle’s smooth, metallic exterior draws the eye, but upon closer inspection, the graffiti-style hearts steal the show. Each heart boasts its own unique design, showcasing a riot of colors, patterns, and expressive brushstrokes. They intertwine seamlessly, forming a kaleidoscope of emotions that dance across the turtle’s shell.
  
  The juxtaposition of the turtle’s stoic presence with the lively, vibrant hearts creates an intriguing contrast, symbolizing the harmony between strength and tenderness, resilience, and love.
  
  The chrome-plated shell acts as a canvas for the chaotic beauty of the graffiti hearts, inviting viewers to contemplate the fusion of urban expression and the tranquility embodied by the turtle. It’s a visual celebration of individuality, unity, and the richness of diversity.
  
  This artwork serves as a testament to the power of art to transcend boundaries, evoke emotions, and foster connections in unexpected and delightful ways
• About the artist

  Diederik van Apple was born and raised in Leiden, Netherlands, in 1985. During his childhood, Diederik was addicted to all comic books, including Tin Tin, Walt Disney and Marvels books, as well as legendary films such as The Godfather, Scarface, Pulp Fiction and James Bond. He loved to watch, read and get lost in the stories, as if he were part of the play.

  In 2003 he started his law studies, but after two years he discovered that he could not express his creativity in this study and decided to quit. In 2005 he started as an art representative in an art gallery in Amsterdam. During those years he traveled the world participating in exhibitions and art fairs for the Art Gallery and found his true passion.

  With his experience, artistic insight and passion for art, he started coming up with designs for his creations. Combining his fantasy with the artistic atmosphere in which he has lived in recent years. There was no boundary between work and play and he started building unlimited modes of digital mix media art. After his first launch in 2017, he made several series of limited editions, which sold out in no time.

  This was the beginning of Van Apple's artwork and his career. He took 6 months and released great new series. After his latest releases, he decided to delve deeper into the creative sphere and took a one-way flight to Ibiza. The most artistic island in the world was a great success and new things are added regularly. Currently his artworks are popular worldwide with international galleries, art lovers and investors are intrigued by his style.

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