Artist statement
Jasper van den Ham's art explores the essence of places that resonate deeply with him, intertwining elements of nature, memory, and emotion. He is particularly drawn to trees and plants, perceiving them as more than mere components of the landscape. For Jasper, they are vibrant, living beings with unique energy, character, and an ever-changing palette of hues.
Using layered techniques and carefully chosen colors, he seeks to capture the feeling and atmosphere of these environments. The forms and edges in his work are thoughtfully constructed to evoke the emotions these spaces inspire, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in the landscapes of his imagination.
Rather than depicting specific locations, Jasper's paintings merge memories and impressions from various places he has experienced. Each piece becomes a new landscape—part real, part imagined—reflecting the fluidity of memory and the way our perception of place is shaped by time and feeling.