about the artist

My name is Pam Slaats, I am a self-taught pencil artist based in the Netherlands.

For as long as I can remember, creating art has played a significant role in my life. I have always been fascinated by the beauty of animals and nature, which serve as my greatest inspiration.

When I draw, time seems to fade away. I can spend hours refining the tiniest details and color variations, aiming to capture the unique characteristics and colors that bring my subjects to life. Each drawing is a unique process that requires time and dedication, ranging from 20 to over 100 hours, depending on the format and complexity.

 

Through my art I aim to share the beauty of the magical world around us, and spread the message to be kind to all forms of life and the planet we live on. I hope my art can contribute to raising consciousness for these important matters. To stay true to this vision I always aim to use recycled or eco-friendly material for my products and packaging. 

 

With great passion I also create pet portraits, focusing on capturing the soul and essence of each animal. 

Besides being an artist I'm also working as a veterinary naturopath at my own practice 'Praktijk Melilotus'. In my practice I treat animals with all sorts of problems from a holistic perspective and with natural remedies. Seeing the animals thrive as a result of the healing power of nature brings me so much joy!

 

During my spare time I love spending time in nature; walking in the forest with my dear dog, enjoying the breeze and waves at the seaside, hiking in the mountains while traveling abroad. or working in our small vegetable garden. 

 

Thank you for visiting my website. I hope you leave feeling inspired!

 

With love,

Pam