about the artist

My name is Pam Slaats, I am a 29 year old 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 or working in our small vegetable garden.
Thank you for visiting my website. I hope you leave feeling inspired!
With love,
Pam
