We have set up a centre for art, design & nature, a place to stimulate your senses, to make people aware of all the artistic beauty nature has to offer and of the influence nature has on art. Just outside Crayke we spotted an ideal location for our idea.
So what is going on at Dutch house?
A café with an arts & crafts shop. A diverse mix of art from local artists is for sale or just there for you to enjoy whilst having a cup of tea. In the café you can enjoy real Dutch specialities (pancakes, stroopwafels, etc) The courtyard offers comfortable seating and displays sculptures and plants. The whole setting is surrounded by an ecological sculpture garden, a perfect place to unwind, learn about ecological gardening and admire the cohesion between art and nature. There will be a kids nature zone in the garden. In the large art studio we offer a variety of courses/workshops involving art & nature, give lectures on specific topics, organise exhibitions and ‘after school’ projects / kids' clubs / children's parties! We will also offer Holiday experiences, involving art or nature. For example: wildlife sketching, field painting trip on the moors, garden tours, etc.
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February 23, 2010
First work started
What a glorious day it was our first working day of the project. That many may follow. With regards to our helpers that day: Thanks!!!!!!
After years of Holidays in Great Britain and the birth of our son York (named after the city), we decided to leave Holland and cross the channel to start a new life. We often dreamed about a business involving art & nature. Coming to North Yorkshire made our dream clearer and our idea for Dutch house was born.
Sjaak Kastelijn (38) is the gardens manager for the Museum Gardens in York. He has a passion for plants and a keen interest in wild meadows and a more naturalistic approach to gardening.
Cecile Creemers (41) is a graphic designer and had her own company for several years. Her passion lies in art and design, and she was involved in teaching art classes and organizing exhibitions and creative breaks.
York Kastelijn (2) is a full-time toddler with a creative mind and a great love for the outdoors.
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