Paintings that feel alive. Created to soothe your soul, uplift your spirit, and inspire your daily life.
Hello! I’m Monika Andriesse-Targiel, a visual artist with a Master’s Degree in Fine Arts, trained both in Poland and Italy. Alongside my art, I cherish life as a mother and wife, together with my small family in Oostkapelle, Zeeland.
My work explores the space between realism and abstraction, soft and rough textures, intuition and technical skill—where painting becomes not just visual, but also emotional and healing. My interest in art is intentionally wide. I never want to limit myself to one technique or theme. The creativity I experience within feels undefined—fluid, surprising, and full of joy. It urges me to keep exploring, refining, and expressing freely. Each piece I create is an invitation to slow down, reconnect with your inner world, and bring soulful beauty into your space. With a classical background in fine arts and interior design, I aim to create work that is not only visually striking, but also emotionally resonant and timeless.
“What if art could do more than decorate your walls? What if it could transform how you feel in your space — calm, grounded, inspired?”
What My Art Can Offer You
A One-of-a-Kind Connection
Each painting is an original creation, layered with time, patience, and intuition. No two are ever alike — every piece carries its own frequency, waiting for the person it belongs to.
Art That Feels Alive
My work is more than color on canvas. It holds energy — calm, mystery, and renewal — that invites you to pause, breathe, and feel more at home in yourself and your space.
Timeless Beauty for Your Space
Whether your interior is modern, classic, or eclectic, my paintings bring harmony, depth, and elegance — the kind that makes a room feel complete.
Accessible Luxury
Original art should not be out of reach. I offer a range of sizes and price points so both first-time buyers and seasoned collectors can bring soulful, high-quality art into their lives.
“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.”
— Pablo Picasso
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email: info@monikatargiel.eu
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The Healing Power of Art
How Original Paintings Support Health, Well-Being & Inner Peace
By Monika Andriesse Targiel
Yes—it’s true. Scientific research increasingly confirms what many of us feel intuitively: being surrounded by art can positively impact your emotional, mental, and even physical health.
Whether it’s a calming landscape on your wall or a deeply personal abstract piece, authentic art doesn’t just beautify your space. It uplifts, heals, and brings you closer to yourself.
What the Research Shows
Art Lowers Stress and Anxiety
Viewing art can calm your nervous system, slow your heart rate, and reduce blood pressure. In hospitals, patients who spent time with paintings reported less anxiety and needed fewer medications. Art helps the body shift into a more peaceful state.
It Lifts Mood and Emotional Balance
Original artwork can elevate your mood and bring emotional clarity. In clinical studies, patients surrounded by visual art reported fewer symptoms of depression and greater emotional comfort—even during recovery.
It Keeps the Mind Engaged
Looking at art stimulates memory, imagination, and emotional awareness. This mental activation is especially beneficial as we age, helping maintain cognitive flexibility and resilience.
It Aids Physical Healing
Hospitals that feature paintings in recovery rooms report quicker healing and lower pain levels among patients. Art helps create an environment of calm and trust—crucial for the body’s recovery process.
It Builds Social Connection
Whether in a public space or a cozy home, art invites conversation. It helps create shared experiences and emotional connection—both proven to enhance well-being and longevity.
Why Authentic Paintings Matter
Original artwork carries something no reproduction can imitate: the artist’s hand, intention, and energy. You feel it.
Research from the University of London shows that original art evokes deeper emotional and neurological responses than prints. Even the brain recognizes the difference. Original paintings stir something that feels timeless and true.
How Surrounding Yourself with Art Can Support You
Emotional Nourishment
Original paintings regulate energy and mood in a room. They serve as quiet, steady reminders of something beautiful and meaningful.
Mindfulness and Presence
Art invites stillness. Taking in its details—colors, textures, layers—can become a moment of peace in your day.
Creativity and Intuition
Even if you don’t consider yourself an artist, being near original paintings can open you to new ideas, new feelings, and deeper self-reflection.
A Deep Sense of Identity
The art you choose reflects who you are. It shapes your space and your story, creating a home that feels truly yours.
In Closing
Whether you’re drawn to art for its beauty, its energy, or its emotional resonance—your connection is valid and powerful.
The artwork you choose to live with doesn’t just fill a wall. It supports your journey. Quietly. Day by day.
May you find in art what your heart needs most.
All artworks and text on this website – © Monika Andriesse-Targiel