The story behind the ART OF WAR TALES logo

The Art of War Tales logo symbolises my passion as an archaeologist and illustrator.

The Lee Enfield is an object that was found in my street and that I had the privilege of examining, one of the most unique archaeological finds, in incredibly good condition. I use the pen to create my illustrations and share important stories.

The logo was drawn by hand, after which the letters were digitally processed.

Shell Shock (2018)

Charcoal study based on photographs.

Study of the material, its effects and the way charcoal can depict a story.

Historia poster (2021)

At the request of KU Leuven KULAK, the poster for the university's writing competition was designed in 2021. The poster features reconstructions of historical figures: Herodotus, Enheduanna, a soldier from the First World War and Virginia Woolf. The design of the poster was also developed to fit in with various historical writing elements, such as medieval miniatures.

Gas attack 1915 (2022)

This illustration was created at the request of Hellion Books. It depicts the gas attack near Boezinge on the elevations of the canal dyke. The location of the illustration is linked to Essex Farm Cemetery, which is nearby.

Rescue from the battlefield (2020)

Watercolour with ink. Based on the story of Austin Frank Broughton, a soldier who would later go missing. His name can be found on the Menin Gate in Ypres.

Reflection (2018)

Sober ink drawing based on an American helmet from the Second World War.

Commissioned for the 75th anniversary of liberation.

Paratrooper (2018)

Watercolour combined with pencil.

Created on request for the 75th anniversary commemorations of liberation.

War horse studie (2018)

Charcoal study of a horse's body

War Horse (2019)

Pencil.

The spirit of a warhorse still haunts the place.

History of the Modern Era (2020)

Overview of historical events of the modern era.

The first steam train, Napoleonic Wars, the Crimean War, the sinking of the Titanic, the first tanks and D-Day.