A unique gift for a
special moment

Uniek cadeau - tailormade - tuin - www.tosparkle.com

Your story, beautifully captured as a personalized work of art

Sometimes there are occasions when you’re looking for a truly unique gift, such as a special birthday, retirement, housewarming, or anniversary. What could be better than giving a gift that truly makes someone feel seen?

I listen to your story and capture it in a tailor-made work of art. My drawings are framed with museum glass and festively packaged. Ready to make someone Sparkle.

They preceded you

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House portrait

For a special birthday, I was given the opportunity to capture the house where the family had lived so lovingly. A digital shoebox with photos from that time was included, all of which are captured in the image.

“What a fantastic, passionate artist who creates beautiful work, a true gem! It sparkles!!! So special, straight from the heart! A truly beautiful translation of passion, emotion, and connection onto paper.”
Sophie Poldermans

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Birthday present

A special gift, for a special man celebrating a special birthday.

“I wanted a fitting gift for my father’s 80th birthday and wanted to give him a beautiful representation of his birthplace. The house, the last wooden house on Buiksloterdijk (no. 138, next to Leeuwarderweg), is a listed building. It is surrounded by greenery. My father was born during the war, and his parents often hid people there. All of this makes it a special house. Marlies made a beautiful drawing of it. I am very grateful for that.”
Marjemme van Poelgeest

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View

For years, they enjoyed this unique view. I was allowed to capture it in an A2-sized image. It was a true joy to capture this beautiful part of Amsterdam!

“Marlies is niet alleen heel goed en technisch erg knap, ze is ook nog eens een geweldig aardige vrouw die heel toegankelijk is en de wensen van de opdrachtgever knap weet te verwerken. “
Jet Willers

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Our story

Married for 25 years. A long conversation followed, and all the stories always came back to the heart of the matter: their beautiful home. It became a beautiful four-part series.

“Marlies is fantastic. She’s an artist who managed to capture our story on paper. A piece of our lives now hangs on our wall. Surprising and moving.”
Liesbeth en Gerben Heuver

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Housewarming

I often create artwork based on photos, including for international clients.

“Marlies is the best – she created an original drawing of my friend’s house for their housewarming. We worked together internationally, and everything was perfect and smooth. Great communication, charming gift wrapping, beautiful artwork, and clear care and investment in the outcome  – everything was top notch!
Bonus – my friends love it! 
Jasmine – San Francisco

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Reflection of the story of our lives

Looking for a special Christmas gift for my husband, Marlies captured the essence, and the result:

“A unique, custom-made, beautifully understated drawing. A wonderful reflection of the story of our life and home. Priceless and rewarding!”

 

How does it work?

Are you looking for tailormade art, an unique present for yourself, a birthday, an anniversary, the holidays, a wedding or for friends moving to their new house? The stories are endless and all beautiful to capture.

1. Briefing

During a (digital) appointment we discuss all details, such as: What do you want to have captured? What is the purpose? Private or business use? What is the story behind the drawing?

I can draw based on stories and real locations. Capturing the essence is key for me.

If it’s a location and nearby, I’d like to go there to see all the details, take photos and get a feel for the atmosphere.

It’s also possible to make a drawing based on photos. These must meet a number of requirements. Every situation is unique, I am happy to discuss the details with you.

If certain details are important (like a bench in the park, a cat/ dog alongside, a particular flower, ecc.) I can work those in.

Based on your input, you will recieve a debrief and a quote. To have an idea of the prices click here.

2. Assignment

There is only an assignment if you agree to my offer and I confirm the assignment in writing.

After agreeing to the offer, I will send you an invoice for the down payment of 35%.

The offers, prices or discounts apply for that moment. So you cannot derive any rights from it in the future.

As soon as I’ve received the down payment (the delivery time starts now), I’ll get started with the drawing.

Once the drawing has been delivered, you will receive an invoice for the remaining amount of 65%. The payment term for tailor-made drawing is 14 days.

3. To work

After receiving the deposit, I start drawing.

I put the drawing in a rough sketch. And work out the details in pen.

To give you a ‘look behind the scenes’, I take some photos of the process and send them on. (Sometimes work goes fast and you get all the photos at once, sometimes it goes in stages).

This is not intended for you to indicate wishes. The creative process is down to me, hence the importance of an extensive briefing at the start.

When the drawing is ready, you’ll receive it from me in the manner agreed in the quotation.

1. Briefing

During a (digital) appointment we discuss all details, such as:

  • What do you want to have captured?
  • What is the purpose?
  • Private or business use?
  • What is the story behind the drawing?

I can draw based on stories and real locations. Capturing the essence is key for me.

If’s a location and nearby, I’d like to go there to see all the details, take photos and get a feel for the atmosphere.

It’s also possible to make a drawing based on photos. These must meet a number of requirements. Every situation is unique, I am happy to discuss the details with you.

If certain details are important (like a bench in the park, a cat/ dog alongside, a particular flower, ecc.) I can work those in.

Based on your input, you will recieve a debrief and a quote. To have an idea of the prices click here.


2. Assignment

There is only an assignment if you agree to my offer and I confirm the assignment in writing.

After agreeing to the offer, I will send you an invoice for the down payment of 35%.

The offers, prices or discounts apply for that moment. So you cannot derive any rights from it in the future.

As soon as I’ve received the down payment (the delivery time starts now), I’ll get started with the drawing.

Once the drawing has been delivered, you will receive an invoice for the remaining amount of 65%. The payment term for tailor-made drawing is 14 days.

 

3. The process

After receiving the deposit, I start drawing.

I put the drawing in a rough sketch. And work out the details in pen.

To give you a ‘look behind the scenes’, I take some photos of the process and send them on. (Sometimes work goes fast and you get all the photos at once, sometimes it goes in stages).

This is not intended for you to indicate wishes. The creative process is down to me, hence the importance of an extensive briefing at the start.

When the drawing is ready, you’ll receive it from me in the manner agreed in the quotation.

Sparkling the world

I welcomed customers from:

the Netherlands – Italy – Spain – Germany – Switzerland – USA – Singapore – Australia

Everybody has a story to tell
Let me capture yours

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Prices

Tailormade artwork

  • I listen to your story. That which is important to you is reflected in the drawing.
  • You will receive an artwork that has been made especially for you, with love and attention.
  • Nicely framed in a 9 mm wide, aluminum, black frame (30 x 40 cm) with passe partout and museumglass, so the drawing (ca. A4) remains beautiful.
  • Including VAT
  • Beautifully wrapped
  • Excluding any shipping costs.

The prices depend on the amount of work and are also tailormade. To give you an indication, most commissions are ca. € 675.
On request I can also make communication expressions, based on the original drawing.

Please contact me for different sizes or a tailormade offer.

Delivery time approx. 2 – 5 weeks.

Terms and Conditions.

Business and commercial use

For business and commercial use, I’m happy to provide a customized quote.

Prices are based on:

  • the design fee
  • the license fee (print/online, duration, location).

Delivery upon request.

Terms and conditions.