The Milkmaid Project

01/04/2026

BREAKING: The stolen painting The Milkmaid of Johannes Vermeer has been found!

19/03/2026

She wears the crown not because it was given to her but because she claimed it 👑 She is both legacy and revolution. A royal, not by birth but by choice. And what about you? Do you allow yourself to become a queen or a king? Link in bio.

15/03/2026

In the past, portraits demanded hours and hours of patience. Today this image was made in a few minutes. Yet the love and familiarity you seen here is something time itself has gently shaped 🥰 Your story deserves a portrait too! 📸

21/02/2026

✨Once upon a time… a little princess was born 👑 Wrapped in soft blush tulle, golden details and the sweetest sparkle, she looks like she stepped straight out of of 17th Century fairytale. Pure magic. Some moments deserve to be framed forever. And this is definitely one of them. So step into the 17th Century yourself and create a moment like this! Link in bio

17/02/2026

No. It’s not a painting. Nor Photoshop. And not even AI. It’s all for real ✨ Her name is Jean and in her hands lies an original 17th Century book. In those 17th Century, only a very small part of the population could read. Books like this were treasures dor the few. Today, we are the lucky ones. We can read the words, dive into history and even step into the story ourselves! Different Century, same pose 📷 Link in bio

07/02/2026

A group portrait with the people you work with or you love. Unique, heartwarming and unforgettable✨ Not just a photo, it’s a memory for life!book your spot via the link in our bio! 📸

05/12/2025

Exactly 12 years ago, the legendary Nelson Mandela passed away. In memory of my hero, I am offering a limited edition of Baryta prints (12x10 cm) of my 1994 portrait off Mandela. The print comes in an elegant white mount (27x21 cm) and is signed by me.
This portrait was once nominated for the prestigious Silver Camera Award. A unique opportunity to own an icon, or give someone a meaningful gift. The one-time price is € 195 incl VAT (excluding shipping).
Interested? Feel free to send me a message and I’ll make sure everything is taken care of.
Wishing you warm, loving holidays 🎄✨

15/09/2025

Last weekend, I stepped into the world of Rembrandt, both literally and figuratively, by creating around 200 portraits in the iconic Trippenhuis in the heart of Amsterdam, inspired by the atmosphere of his studio. The photos were directly inspired by Rembrandt’s legendary Self-Portrait with the Two Circles, painted exactly 360 years ago, just 100 meters away from my current studio in the Jordaan.

The Trip brothers, influential traders in weapons, bullets, iron, and tar, commissioned the construction of this impressive building on Kloveniersburgwal. What was once their private residence became the largest townhouse in 17th-century Amsterdam. Since 1812, the Trippenhuis has taken on a new purpose: it has been the home of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW), and even served as a precursor to the Rijksmuseum. Famous masterpieces, including The Night Watch, once hung on the walls of this majestic building.

Last weekend, Open Monument Day coincided with my session, and the current owner – the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences – opened the Trippenhuis to the public, allowing us to build and experience a piece of history in a setting that Rembrandt himself might have recognized. A wonderful project with hundreds of inspired and happy portrait subjects. ©milkmaidproject.com

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas for all of you! May your light shine!

20/10/2024

Amazing! Filmmaker and artist Bob de Jong brings the city’s history to life in a unique way. Using artificial intelligence, he has created a breathtaking video that relives the rich history of Amsterdam, based on centuries old paintings and drawings. Have a look!

In aanloop naar de viering van Amsterdam’s 750ste verjaardag brengt filmmaker en kunstenaar Bob de Jong de geschiedenis van de stad op een unieke manier tot ...

08/10/2024

Today marks exactly 355 years since Rembrandt van Rijn was laid to rest in the Westerkerk in Amsterdam. To honor this master, I created three years ago a unique photographic remake of "The Night Watch" alongside my neighbors from Nieuwe Leliestraat in the Jordaan. The photoshoot took place in the Westerkerk, right by Rembrandt's former grave.
This event also kicked off the Milkmaid Project, where we capture individuals and large groups in the style of Johannes Vermeer and Rembrandt. Feel free to explore more at the Nr.1 Art Experience of Amsterdam: www.milkmaidproject.com