Paintings of Indigenous and Traditional people

Exclusive collection of hand-painted portraits

Frank Wagtmans has a great passion for portraying the indigenous people living in the world today. He wants to capture the cultural diversity with its own traditions, use of clothing and body decorations on canvas. With his paintings Wagtmans shows how special, beautiful and diverse humanity is with all its different cultures. In the Western world, indigenous peoples are looked down upon. They are called backward and primitive. Wagtmans admires them precisely for their dignity, their simplicity, and their strength.

Each painting is completely hand painted and made on large canvases of very good quality. A portrait is always created from a photograph. Each portrait is first drawn up with pencil, then built up step by step with acrylic paint. A portrait can have as many as 4 to 6 layers before it is finally finished. Finally, the painting is signed and varnished for long preservation.

All hand painted portraits by Frank Wagtmans are exclusive and only one unique copy of each painting exists.

Recent works

Asian Woman II

Asian Woman II

150 x 100 cm

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Asian Woman I

Asian Woman I

150 x 100 cm

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Chinese Woman

150 x 100 cm

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Japanese Woman Painting

Japanese Woman

150 x 100 cm

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Geisha Portrait Painting
200 x 140 cm

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Geisha Portrait Painting

Geisha II

140 x 100 cm

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Māori man Portrait Painting
200 x 150 cm

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Indian Sadhu Portrait Painting
150 x 100 cm

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Sadhu
150 x 100 cm

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Mongolian Nomad Portrait Painting

Mongolian Nomad

150 x 100 cm

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Kayan Woman Portrait Painting
200 x 150 cm

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Papuan Man Portrait Painting
200 x 140 cm

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Hand-painted paintings have always held a special place in the art world. They offer a unique combination of craftsmanship, originality and personal expression often lacking in mass-produced or digital reproductions. And when it comes to portraits of natives directly from the artist, there is no one better suited than Frank Wagtmans.

Frank Wagtmans is a well-known portrait painter who specializes in painting indigenous people. A hand-painted portrait by Frank Wagtmans is not only a unique and valuable work of art, but it also offers a deeper insight into the culture and history of the person portrayed. Wagtmans has a special connection with the indigenous people and his paintings reflect the soul and character of the person portrayed in a unique way.

The process of creating a hand-painted portrait begins with careful study of the person portrayed. Wagtmans takes the time to get to know his subject and get a feel for his personality and charisma. This allows him to create a painting that is not only realistic, but also captures the inner essence of the person.

The painting process itself is time-consuming and requires great skill and dedication. Wagtmans uses various techniques and materials to create the texture and color of the skin, clothing and background. The result is a vivid portrait that is both realistic and artistic.

A hand-painted portrait by Frank Wagtmans is an investment in a unique and valuable work of art. Not only is it a visually stunning object, but it also tells a story about the person and culture it represents. It is a legacy that can be passed from generation to generation and a lasting reminder of the rich history of the indigenous people.

In short, if you are looking for a hand-painted portrait of indigenous people directly from the artist, Frank Wagtmans is the right choice. His unique talent and deep connection to his subject make his paintings valuable and special works of art that will last a lifetime.

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