ABOUT ILSE NASS

Ilse Nass is a Dutch independent artist, who works from her art studio in Maastricht in the Netherlands.

Alongside her professional training in photography, Ilse successfully completed the three year certificate program in drawing and painting at the Florence Academy of Art, one of the world’s leading art schools for classical drawing and painting.

WORK

In her art studio in Maastricht, Ilse works on her personal art projects.

She connects craftsmanship with a strong contemporary artistic concept.

In her work, Ilse seeks timelessness. In the midst of today's fast-paced world, her works invite you to slow down and observe with greater attention.

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MODELDRAWING
COURSES

Since 2020 Ilse host modeldrawing classes in Maastricht. Since the human figure is to date one of the most complex designs to understand, we focus mainly on model drawing to deepen our observation and master drawing-concepts.

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ART RETREAT

Together with entrepreneur Merlijn Groenen, Ilse organizes Art Retreats since 2023.

During these art retreats you will experience all the tranquility and space you need to develop artistically. You have time for yourself to devote to your personal artistic process under Ilse's expert and personal guidance.

With a friendly group you will stay in a beautiful environment, slow down and enjoy the the delicious meals that are being cooked for us.

Our goal? That you return fulfilled, refreshed and inspired and that you will enjoy the creative impulses, techniques and contacts you gained during this week for a long time to come.

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PORTFOLIO

Ilse's work is characterised by a tranquillity and refinement that transcends the obvious. With masterful stillness, Ilse captures emotions with precision and distils her subjects to their essence.