In the evening and as night falls the river and harbor is covered by this wonderful light. The colorful shores change to an almost monochromatic impression, interrupted by the lights of houses and the workdocks in the distance. A lot … Read More
Well, almost Midsummer. But two days later still counts as midsummer I would say. The advantage of painting the same place again and again is to explore the landscape in different types of seasons. This includes where the sun will … Read More
Last week I took the chance to paint on a new spot at the river Elbe at a small town called Stade. The river opens up to a really beautiful view, probably one of the nicest spots the river has … Read More
Wow, what a wonderful opening of the group exhibition of the gallery. The private view took place at the residential home next to the river Elbe- a really nice place. The evening was so wonderful and well organised. A very … Read More
This last year passed by so quickly like the snowstorm clouds in this pastel painting. Aufziehender Schneesturm (Oevelgönne), Pastel, 20 × 48 cm © 2014, Astrid Volquardsen sold It has been a really good year and one thing that was … Read More
Devilsbridge, pastel, 20 × 48 cm © 2014, Astrid Volquardsen My blogging was a bit interrupted due to a cold and my preparations for the upcoming show in January. The painting above will there be as well. The name of … Read More
Höhe Falkensteiner Ufer, Pastel, 20 × 48 cm © 2014, Astrid Volquardsen The beautiful norwegian Hurtigroute ships are easily to recognize at their red line across the bow. The Harbor pilot has just embarked the cruise liner and will help … Read More