Whale

The prince's longing white whale

Medium: Gouache
Client: Gottmer

A story about a cursed three-master, it's captain and a prince.

About Marieke
Marieke Nelissen creates wonderfully intricate artwork that transports us back to the Golden Age of illustration. Her meticulous, hand-painted approach takes time and dedication, but the results are more than worth it. Whether she’s illustrating children’s books or commercial imagery, every painting draws you right into the scene and story.
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