Daily realism paintings by Gerard Boersma

21.9.26

Men In The Cities- Painting Of A Woman Enjoying A Painting By Robert Longo

Men In The Cities
painting of a woman enjoying a painting by Robert Longo

G. Boersma
acrylic on panel
20 x 20 cm | 8 x 8 in
2026

An elderly woman stands in quiet contemplation before a piece from Robert Longo’s iconic Men in the Cities series (1979–1983). Longo's original masterpiece captures sharply dressed urbanites caught in dramatic, contorted moments of violent tension, ecstatic collapse, or frantic dance—a vivid struggle between control and collapse.

While Longo’s work is famously viewed as a dark satire of ambitious 1980s yuppie culture and people pushed to their limits by the modern rat race, this painting reimagines that chaos through a lens of weathered wisdom.

The juxtaposition transforms the frantic existential dread of the original art into a moment of peaceful reflection, suggesting that the struggles of youth and ambition are ultimately softened by the grace, perspective, and passage of time.

All the best, Gerard

available paintings | info@gerardboersma.nl

10.9.26

Elegy- Painting Of A Man Enjoying A Painting By Robert Motherwell

Elegy
painting of a man enjoying a painting by Robert Motherwell

G. Boersma
acrylic on panel
20 x 20 cm | 8 x 8 in
2026

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Consisting of over 150 paintings, Motherwell's iconic series serves as a solemn, abstract lament for the human suffering of the Spanish Civil War (1936–1939).

His monumental compositions are celebrated for their stark visual rhythm. These recurring elements act as powerful metaphors for the cycle of life and death, reminding us that even amidst deep tragedy, human resilience and vitality always prevail.

All the best, Gerard

available paintings | info@gerardboersma.nl

8.9.26

Nothing Happened- Painting Of A Woman Enjoying A Christopher Wool Inspired Painting

Nothing Happened
painting of a woman enjoying a painting inspired by Christopher Wool

G. Boersma
acrylic on panel
30 x 30 cm | 12 x 12 in
2026

SOLD

'Nothing Happened' depicts a woman entirely absorbed in a text-based painting created in the gritty, industrial style of American artist Christopher Wool.

In today's fast-paced world, the phrase 'Nothing Happened' serves as a sharp commentary on our fleeting media culture—capturing the modern cycle of outrage where a scandal gets exposed, everyone gets mad, the perpetrators quickly apologize, and then the collective consciousness immediately moves on to the next current thing as if nothing ever happened.

Yet, by standing in quiet contemplation, the viewer in the painting offers a hopeful alternative; her stillness reminds us of our own capacity to pause, deeply reflect, and find meaningful connection amidst the endless noise of the modern world.

All the best, Gerard

available paintings | info@gerardboersma.nl

5.9.26

Drone- Painting Of A Drone Flying Through A Blue Sky

Drone
painting of a drone flying through a clear blue sky

G. Boersma
acrylic on panel
20 x 20 cm | 8 x 8 in
2026

SOLD

In this painting you see a lone drone cutting through an endless, brilliant blue sky. On the surface, the blue sky feels serene and peaceful—a classic celebration of nature's untouched beauty.

Yet, the sharp, mechanical silhouette of the drone introduces a tense, modern reality into the quiet atmosphere. It instantly transforms a simple sky into a symbol of constant surveillance and technological reach.

Much like my series of CCTV camera paintings, this artwork serves as a subtle metaphor for our contemporary world, balancing the weight of our tech-driven lives against our desire for freedom and privacy.

All the best, Gerard

available paintings | info@gerardboersma.nl

29.8.26

Met Het Hoofd In De Wolken- Painting Of A Woman Enjoying A Painting By Raoul De Keyser

Met Het Hoofd In De Wolken
painting of a woman enjoying a painting by Raoul de Keyser

G. Boersma
acrylic on panel
20 x 20 cm | 8 x 8 in
2026

SOLD

'Met Het Hoofd In De Wolken' (With Head in the Clouds) depicts a woman entirely absorbed in a painting by the Belgian modernist Raoul de Keyser.

De Keyser’s work is celebrated for its poetic, understated abstraction—made up of simple shapes, tempered colors, and an intentional blurring of the line between a literal sky and pure geometric abstraction. The woman seems to love it, hence the title 'Met Het Hoofd In De Wolken'.

Galerie Nathan Vilar in Deinze, Belgium (De Keyser’s historic hometown) currently has original works by Raoul de Keyser available for acquisition, as well as a selection of my own original paintings.

All the best, Gerard

available paintings | info@gerardboersma.nl

28.8.26

Untitled- Painting Of A Man Enjoying A Painting By Willem De Kooning

Untitled
painting of a man enjoying a painting by Willem de Kooning

G. Boersma
acrylic on panel
20 x 20 cm | 8 x 8 in
2026

SOLD

This painting shows a man engaging with a powerful, late masterwork by Willem de Kooning.Moving away from the raw, aggressive impasto of his earlier career, De Kooning’s late 1980s style is celebrated for its ethereal elegance, characterized by fluid, harmonious, curvy ribbons of color that sweep across the canvas.Transfixed by this graceful composition, the viewer takes it all in, seamlessly becoming part of the painting.

All the best, Gerard

available paintings | info@gerardboersma.nl

27.8.26

Detonating Monkey- Painting Of A Man Enjoying A Painting By Banksy

Detonating Monkey
painting of a man enjoying a painting by Banksy

G. Boersma
acrylic on panel
30 x 30 cm | 12 x 12 in
2026

SOLD

Measuring 30 x 30 cm, this work depicts a man entirely immersed in Monkey Detonator (often referred to as Detonating Monkey), a creation by the anonymous street artist-provocateur Banksy.

Known for his sharp socio-political undercurrents and irreverent wit, Banksy’s iconic artwork depicts a cheerful chimpanzee mid-leap, hands grasped around a TNT plunger moments away from triggering an explosion.

The viewer doesn't back down, but stands fixed before the canvas, presenting a striking contrast between the ticking tension of the explosive image and the serene, frozen stillness of human contemplation.

All the best, Gerard

available paintings | info@gerardboersma.nl

26.8.26

Bridge- Painting Of A Man Enjoying A Painting By Kenneth Noland

Bridge
painting of a man enjoying a painting by Kenneth Noland

G. Boersma
acrylic on panel
20 x 20 cm | 8 x 8 in
2026

SOLD

This painting shows a man engaging with Kenneth Noland’s monumental 1964 Chevron canvas, Bridge. This composition plays with scale and environment, juxtaposing the bold, vibrant geometry of Color Field abstraction against the quiet, observational realism of the figure.

For me, the title Bridge takes on a literal visual meaning through a hidden detail. Noland used yellow and blue across his piece. If you mix those colors you get green, the color of the shirt of my viewer. His presence acts as a physical and symbolic bridge—linking the human world directly to the canvas on the wall or, in art terms, linking realism to abstract painting.

All the best, Gerard

available paintings | info@gerardboersma.nl

24.8.26

Queen Elizabeth- Painting Of A Woman Enjoying A Painting By Banksy

Queen Elizabeth
painting of a woman enjoying a painting by Banksy

G. Boersma
acrylic on panel
20 x 20 cm | 8 x 8 in
2026

SOLD

The woman on my painting is totally immersed in Banksy’s Queen Ziggy (or Lizzy Stardust). It features Queen Elizabeth II in black and white wearing her crown and pearls, with David Bowie’s iconic red and blue Ziggy Stardust lightning bolt painted across her face.

The artwork merges two titans of British culture who represent opposite worlds—the rigid, traditional power of the royal establishment and the fluid, rebellious, counter-culture energy of glam rock. My figure represents the common folk, you could say.

Some viewers view the piece as a playful, celebratory nod to the Queen, turning the monarch into a pop-art icon. Others interpret it as a subtle critique or satirical jab, questioning the outdated nature of the monarchy and how society blindly idolizes famous figures. Personally, I see it as a way to show that underneath all the fame, rebellion, and status, we're all just human.

All the best, Gerard

available paintings | info@gerardboersma.nl

22.8.26

Who's Afraid- Painting Of A Man Enjoying A Painting By Barnett Newman

Who's Afraid
painting of a man enjoying a painting by Barnett Newman

G. Boersma
acrylic on panel
30 x 30 cm | 12 x 12 in
2026

SOLD

This work of 30 x 30 cm shows a man engaging with Barnett Newman’s seminal 1966 canvas Who's Afraid of Red, Yellow and Blue 1. By letting the expressive power of a colossal red field confront and envelop the spectator, Newman's painting acts as a vehicle for a profound emotional and spiritual experience.

For me, that title takes on a deeper meaning today; it feels incredibly relevant because I see a lot of people being afraid of something nowadays. Symbolically, the man in my painting is confronting his own fears by standing right in front of that overwhelming red space. He is embracing the tiger.

All the best, Gerard

available paintings | info@gerardboersma.nl

	21.9.26 Men In The Cities- Painting Of A Woman Enjoying A Painting By Robert Longo Men In The Cities painting of a woman enjoying a painting by Robert Longo G. Boersma acrylic on panel 20 x 20 cm \| 8 x 8 in 2026 Click here to view the auction An elderly woman stands in quiet contemplation before a piece from Robert Longo’s iconic Men in the Cities series (1979–1983). Longo's original masterpiece captures sharply dressed urbanites caught in dramatic, contorted moments of violent tension, ecstatic collapse, or frantic dance—a vivid struggle between control and collapse. While Longo’s work is famously viewed as a dark satire of ambitious 1980s yuppie culture and people pushed to their limits by the modern rat race, this painting reimagines that chaos through a lens of weathered wisdom. The juxtaposition transforms the frantic existential dread of the original art into a moment of peaceful reflection, suggesting that the struggles of youth and ambition are ultimately softened by the grace, perspective, and passage of time. All the best, Gerard available paintings \| info@gerardboersma.nl Labels: contemporary realism, museum series, robert longo, small studies 10.9.26 Elegy- Painting Of A Man Enjoying A Painting By Robert Motherwell Elegy painting of a man enjoying a painting by Robert Motherwell G. Boersma acrylic on panel 20 x 20 cm \| 8 x 8 in 2026 Click here to acquire Consisting of over 150 paintings, Motherwell's iconic series serves as a solemn, abstract lament for the human suffering of the Spanish Civil War (1936–1939). His monumental compositions are celebrated for their stark visual rhythm. These recurring elements act as powerful metaphors for the cycle of life and death, reminding us that even amidst deep tragedy, human resilience and vitality always prevail. All the best, Gerard available paintings \| info@gerardboersma.nl Labels: contemporary realism, museum series, robert motherwell, small studies 8.9.26 Nothing Happened- Painting Of A Woman Enjoying A Christopher Wool Inspired Painting Nothing Happened painting of a woman enjoying a painting inspired by Christopher Wool G. Boersma acrylic on panel 30 x 30 cm \| 12 x 12 in 2026 SOLD 'Nothing Happened' depicts a woman entirely absorbed in a text-based painting created in the gritty, industrial style of American artist Christopher Wool. In today's fast-paced world, the phrase 'Nothing Happened' serves as a sharp commentary on our fleeting media culture—capturing the modern cycle of outrage where a scandal gets exposed, everyone gets mad, the perpetrators quickly apologize, and then the collective consciousness immediately moves on to the next current thing as if nothing ever happened. Yet, by standing in quiet contemplation, the viewer in the painting offers a hopeful alternative; her stillness reminds us of our own capacity to pause, deeply reflect, and find meaningful connection amidst the endless noise of the modern world. All the best, Gerard available paintings \| info@gerardboersma.nl Labels: christopher wool, contemporary realism, museum series, small studies 5.9.26 Drone- Painting Of A Drone Flying Through A Blue Sky Drone painting of a drone flying through a clear blue sky G. Boersma acrylic on panel 20 x 20 cm \| 8 x 8 in 2026 SOLD In this painting you see a lone drone cutting through an endless, brilliant blue sky. On the surface, the blue sky feels serene and peaceful—a classic celebration of nature's untouched beauty. Yet, the sharp, mechanical silhouette of the drone introduces a tense, modern reality into the quiet atmosphere. It instantly transforms a simple sky into a symbol of constant surveillance and technological reach. Much like my series of CCTV camera paintings, this artwork serves as a subtle metaphor for our contemporary world, balancing the weight of our tech-driven lives against our desire for freedom and privacy. All the best, Gerard available paintings \| info@gerardboersma.nl Labels: Drone, gerard boersma, Small Studies. Contemporary Realism, Surveillance Art 29.8.26 Met Het Hoofd In De Wolken- Painting Of A Woman Enjoying A Painting By Raoul De Keyser Met Het Hoofd In De Wolken painting of a woman enjoying a painting by Raoul de Keyser G. Boersma acrylic on panel 20 x 20 cm \| 8 x 8 in 2026 SOLD 'Met Het Hoofd In De Wolken' (With Head in the Clouds) depicts a woman entirely absorbed in a painting by the Belgian modernist Raoul de Keyser. De Keyser’s work is celebrated for its poetic, understated abstraction—made up of simple shapes, tempered colors, and an intentional blurring of the line between a literal sky and pure geometric abstraction. The woman seems to love it, hence the title 'Met Het Hoofd In De Wolken'. Galerie Nathan Vilar in Deinze, Belgium (De Keyser’s historic hometown) currently has original works by Raoul de Keyser available for acquisition, as well as a selection of my own original paintings. All the best, Gerard available paintings \| info@gerardboersma.nl Labels: museum series, small studies 28.8.26 Untitled- Painting Of A Man Enjoying A Painting By Willem De Kooning Untitled painting of a man enjoying a painting by Willem de Kooning G. Boersma acrylic on panel 20 x 20 cm \| 8 x 8 in 2026 SOLD This painting shows a man engaging with a powerful, late masterwork by Willem de Kooning.Moving away from the raw, aggressive impasto of his earlier career, De Kooning’s late 1980s style is celebrated for its ethereal elegance, characterized by fluid, harmonious, curvy ribbons of color that sweep across the canvas.Transfixed by this graceful composition, the viewer takes it all in, seamlessly becoming part of the painting. All the best, Gerard available paintings \| info@gerardboersma.nl Labels: museum series, small studies 27.8.26 Detonating Monkey- Painting Of A Man Enjoying A Painting By Banksy Detonating Monkey painting of a man enjoying a painting by Banksy G. Boersma acrylic on panel 30 x 30 cm \| 12 x 12 in 2026 SOLD Measuring 30 x 30 cm, this work depicts a man entirely immersed in Monkey Detonator (often referred to as Detonating Monkey), a creation by the anonymous street artist-provocateur Banksy. Known for his sharp socio-political undercurrents and irreverent wit, Banksy’s iconic artwork depicts a cheerful chimpanzee mid-leap, hands grasped around a TNT plunger moments away from triggering an explosion. The viewer doesn't back down, but stands fixed before the canvas, presenting a striking contrast between the ticking tension of the explosive image and the serene, frozen stillness of human contemplation. All the best, Gerard available paintings \| info@gerardboersma.nl Labels: acrylic, art, art within art, artcollector, banksy, banksyart, contemporaryrealism, figurative, gerard boersma, hyperrealism, looking at art, man, museum, museumseries, people, pop art, popart, realism 26.8.26 Bridge- Painting Of A Man Enjoying A Painting By Kenneth Noland Bridge painting of a man enjoying a painting by Kenneth Noland G. Boersma acrylic on panel 20 x 20 cm \| 8 x 8 in 2026 SOLD This painting shows a man engaging with Kenneth Noland’s monumental 1964 Chevron canvas, Bridge. This composition plays with scale and environment, juxtaposing the bold, vibrant geometry of Color Field abstraction against the quiet, observational realism of the figure. For me, the title Bridge takes on a literal visual meaning through a hidden detail. Noland used yellow and blue across his piece. If you mix those colors you get green, the color of the shirt of my viewer. His presence acts as a physical and symbolic bridge—linking the human world directly to the canvas on the wall or, in art terms, linking realism to abstract painting. All the best, Gerard available paintings \| info@gerardboersma.nl Labels: acrylic, art, art within art, colorfield, colorful, figurative, gerard boersma, kenneth noland, looking at art, man, museum, people, pop art, realism 24.8.26 Queen Elizabeth- Painting Of A Woman Enjoying A Painting By Banksy Queen Elizabeth painting of a woman enjoying a painting by Banksy G. Boersma acrylic on panel 20 x 20 cm \| 8 x 8 in 2026 SOLD The woman on my painting is totally immersed in Banksy’s Queen Ziggy (or Lizzy Stardust). It features Queen Elizabeth II in black and white wearing her crown and pearls, with David Bowie’s iconic red and blue Ziggy Stardust lightning bolt painted across her face. The artwork merges two titans of British culture who represent opposite worlds—the rigid, traditional power of the royal establishment and the fluid, rebellious, counter-culture energy of glam rock. My figure represents the common folk, you could say. Some viewers view the piece as a playful, celebratory nod to the Queen, turning the monarch into a pop-art icon. Others interpret it as a subtle critique or satirical jab, questioning the outdated nature of the monarchy and how society blindly idolizes famous figures. Personally, I see it as a way to show that underneath all the fame, rebellion, and status, we're all just human. All the best, Gerard available paintings \| info@gerardboersma.nl Labels: acrylic, art, art within art, banksy, colorful, david bowie, figurative, gerard boersma, looking at art, museum, people, pop art, queen elizabeth, realism, woman 22.8.26 Who's Afraid- Painting Of A Man Enjoying A Painting By Barnett Newman Who's Afraid painting of a man enjoying a painting by Barnett Newman G. Boersma acrylic on panel 30 x 30 cm \| 12 x 12 in 2026 SOLD This work of 30 x 30 cm shows a man engaging with Barnett Newman’s seminal 1966 canvas Who's Afraid of Red, Yellow and Blue 1. By letting the expressive power of a colossal red field confront and envelop the spectator, Newman's painting acts as a vehicle for a profound emotional and spiritual experience. For me, that title takes on a deeper meaning today; it feels incredibly relevant because I see a lot of people being afraid of something nowadays. Symbolically, the man in my painting is confronting his own fears by standing right in front of that overwhelming red space. He is embracing the tiger. All the best, Gerard available paintings \| info@gerardboersma.nl Labels: acrylic, art, art within art, colorful, cubism, fernand leger, figurative, gerard boersma, looking at art, man, museum, people, pop art, realism Older Posts Home Subscribe to: Posts (Atom)