Studio Manon Garritsen . textile art and design

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Art makes your interior more personal. More intimate. No matter how trendy you decorate your home, without that personal touch your house will not feel like yóur home. But where can you find a work of art that matches your taste, your interior and your budget? Artist and designer Manon followed her curiosity and founded Kunsttof. With her gift to empathize with someone else’s taste and her great sense of proportions and color, she creates statement pieces for your wall. One of a kind eye-catchers that tell your story and that is made in limited editions.

customized art

Photography: Inga Powilleit – Styling: Kamer465 – © Artifort

Opposites attract

A sleek interior needs a warm counterpart. That is why all Kunsttof works are made of … textile! In other words: high-end upholstery fabric. I use the cut-offs from furniture manufacturers that are just too small for them to use but still brand new and absolutely stunning. At first glance the art is graphic and abstract, but there is softness in them, warmth. Stretching the textile makes the lines come to life.

overview of my work

Soft and simple

Yes, I do have a soft spot for simple shapes and contrast. Simplicity with depth. The tactility and texture of the fabric is in beautiful balance with the graphic lines of the artwork. In addition, the textile panels improve the acoustics, making the room cozier and warmer. By the way, did I mention that I really love large works of art anyway? And: the larger a work, the greater the effect on the acoustics. Reason enough to think big!

what size is possible?

Photography: Inga Powilleit – Styling: Kamer465 – © Artifort

Story, story on the wall…

What do I prefer to do? Create personalized works of art. That tells your story. In a personal conversation I will find out what is very close to you. What you cherish. That could be a memory, a place, your children, your great love. I then shape this in an abstract way into a unique design. I create for you an artwork that is as personal as a photo, but not as shiny and ‘present’. A work of art that is unique and stands alone, but that also blends into the space in terms of color, size and design.

commissioned art

Testimonials

“We are very happy with our Kunsttof Art! Manon helped us a lot with our search for a beautiful and personal artwork. She takes the time for you and delves into your story/wishes. There is room for feedback and she keeps her agreements.”

K&C
Tilburg
“It was special to see that Manon was already inspired during the interview and immediately knew what I would like. She absolutely succeeded in this! I was very happy with the result, the colors and the atmosphere matched my wishes … for the casual viewer a beautiful, warm work of art, but for me with a much deeper meaning …”

Margot
Tilburg
“We were looking for a large & personal work on our wall. Our work has a sleek design, with beautiful textures and a right-in-point line pattern! The personal approach also really appealed to me, taking all the time to get to know the person/family. The work really has a huge WOW effect, great job!”

Kim
Tilburg
“After a very nice conversation with Manon at the dining room table, she started working for us. From the start, the feeling was good and we had every confidence in the result. And that turned out to be right! The work of art is of great significance to us and Manon sensed that so well. Everything is perfect; from the color composition to the details she has incorporated into it. We still enjoy the work of art every day and are very happy with it. Thank you again for this wonderful collaboration, Manon.”

F&D
Udenhout
“It is exciting in a positive sense to give carte blanche for this artwork. The conversation with Manon gave us all the confidence. It’s everything we wanted and more. The color balance and the different structures of the fabrics provide the right variety and dynamic in our large work. What used to be a carefully designed interior with an empty large wall has now turned into a beautiful picture with ‘our’ canvas as the icing on the cake. It completes it…”

L&J
Tilburg
“Super happy with the beautiful work of ‘Kunsttof’ on the wall! After a pleasant and personal conversation, Manon creates a unique object using various materials and graphic shapes. It fits in perfectly with the rest of the interior!”

T
Oisterwijk