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Artist Life

From Canvas to Closet; A personal leap into artful living!

By |2025-07-03T12:16:19+02:00July 3rd, 2025|Art, Artist Life, Studio Stories|

For those of you who’ve followed my journey, you know that I’ve always seen art as more than something to hang on the wall. My work is about presence, feeling, expression, it’s about becoming who you are. I’m Wendy Buiter: visual artist, jewelry designer, and founder of a growing world in which elegance, feminine strength, and soulful beauty are central. I create for women who are both powerful and soft. Women who love refinement, depth, storytelling, and who want to surround themselves with things that speak to the soul. Over the past years, I’ve sold hundreds of limited edition [...]

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6 Reasons affluent collectors are investing in art like mine

By |2025-06-23T15:19:03+02:00June 25th, 2025|Art, Artist Life|

1. It’s recognizable - and that matters In a world of visual overload, collectors value art that stands out instantly. My work is consistent in style, message, and symbolism. Whether it's a bold female portrait, a gilded detail, or a whisper of softness in a strong gaze, collectors often say, “You can always tell when it’s a Wendy Buiter.” That recognizability builds cultural value. It gives collectors the pleasure of owning something that others can identify and admire. 2. It sparks conversation Art isn’t just décor, it’s dialogue. I’ve often been told by clients that when guests enter their [...]

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The Fabergé Brooch: A Jewel Reborn in Contemporary Art

By |2025-06-24T17:52:36+02:00June 24th, 2025|Art, Artist Life, Masterpiece Spotlight, Studio Stories|

Some artworks begin with a spark, a memory, a detail, a glimpse of something unforgettable. Fabergé Brooch was born from one such spark. Years ago, I visited a breathtaking exhibition at the Hermitage Amsterdam, dedicated to the treasures of the Russian Tsarinas. The gowns, the jewels, the sheer opulence, it was a world apart. I took it all in slowly, carefully. Among the many pieces, one brooch captivated me. A Fabergé design, rich in detail and story. I remember taking a photo of it behind the glass, its gemstones catching the light, its form delicate yet powerful. I didn’t [...]

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Miss Dior: From Beauty Campaign to Collectible Art

By |2025-06-24T17:27:36+02:00June 24th, 2025|Art, Artist Life, Masterpiece Spotlight|

The story behind Miss Dior As an artist with a background in makeup artistry, I’ve always had an instinctive eye for faces. For details. For the kind of beauty that’s not only seen, but felt. My painting Miss Dior was inspired by a Dior pre-fall 2020 ad campaign with the image of Jennifer Lawrence, a moment of elegance captured in Dior’s signature style. The campaign struck me immediately. Jennifer’s face, softly lit yet powerful. The contrast in the composition. The subtle asymmetry of her earring. It all came together in a way that felt sculptural. Iconic. Worth translating into [...]

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How is a painting valued?

By |2025-06-24T12:50:57+02:00June 24th, 2025|Art, Artist Life|

It’s not just about what you see, it’s about what it says. When someone asks me how a painting is valued, I know they’re not just talking about numbers. They want to understand why some artworks are €2,000 and others €200,000. Why certain names command attention, and prices, while others go unnoticed. Let me tell you what determines value in the world of contemporary art, especially when it comes to my own work. 1. The value of vision Art is not a product; it’s a point of view. What makes a Wendy Buiter painting valuable is not just the technique, [...]

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Why is art so expensive?

By |2025-06-24T13:10:14+02:00June 22nd, 2025|Art, Artist Life|

Because real art is never just an object, it’s a declaration. When people encounter one of my original paintings, whether in a gallery, online, or in a private collection, they often ask: “Why is art so expensive?” It’s a valid question. But the real question behind it is this: What are you actually buying when you buy art? 1. You’re not buying materials. You’re buying meaning. Canvas, paint, and gold detailing are not what makes a work valuable. What you're buying is an idea, a story told in color, form, and presence.When you acquire one of my paintings, you're [...]

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What determines the value of a painting?

By |2026-01-22T16:50:05+01:00June 21st, 2025|Art, Artist Life|

What Determines the Value of a Painting? Visibility is value. And true icons are seen, and remembered! I’m often asked why some of my paintings are priced so high. Not with suspicion, but with curiosity. The question behind the question is: “What makes a painting worth tens of thousands of euros?” Let’s talk about it. 1. Fame raises value. Always. Think of The Girl with a Pearl Earring, Mona Lisa, or Van Gogh’s Almond Blossom. Why are they priceless? Because they’ve been seen. Shared. Loved. Reproduced. Their fame doesn’t diminish the original, instead it elevates it. Every cushion with [...]

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Velvet Gaze; An iconic portrait by Wendy Buiter

By |2025-06-24T13:10:32+02:00June 19th, 2025|Art, Artist Life|

Velvet Gaze — A Portrait That Looks Back For the woman who doesn’t just enter a room, she commands it. There is a moment, fleeting yet unforgettable, when someone looks at you not with curiosity, but with recognition. Velvet Gaze captures that moment. This painting is not about softness, though it speaks in velvet tones. It’s about presence. About knowing who you are and not needing to explain it. The woman portrayed does not glance. She studies. She remembers. Her gaze is not for decoration, it is declaration. With her sculpted features, deep lashes, and bold red lips, she is unapologetically [...]

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Why Feminine Art belongs in the modern home

By |2025-06-18T16:12:20+02:00June 18th, 2025|Art, Artist Life|

I believe that feminine energy in art isn’t just decoration, it transforms a space. From the moment I began painting muses, I was drawn to how softness and strength can coexist on canvas, and in your living room. Original artwork with emotional meaning speaks to the heart of a modern home. It does more than fill a wall, it invites reflection, warmth, and subtle power. Many clients tell me their bespoke painting now feels like a trusted friend, quietly present through daily life. When you commission a custom statement art piece, you're bringing a narrative into your space. A [...]

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A spiritual being with paint: How Wayne Dyer shaped my Path as an artist

By |2025-06-24T13:10:51+02:00June 18th, 2025|Art, Artist Life|

I’ve never met Wayne Dyer, but I consider him one of my greatest teachers. His books found me when I needed them most, not during a period of artistic inspiration, but in the quiet, uncertain in-between moments. The ones where doubt creeps in. Where fatigue is louder than vision. Where the question “why am I doing all this?” echoes longer than the brushstroke lasts. And then, there it was. That one sentence that stayed with me like a mantra: “You are not a human being having a spiritual experience. You are a spiritual being having a human experience.” That changed [...]

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