My name is Tijs Dragtsma and I am the founder of TD Fine Art Studio. I create Art with Nails, unique works made from thousands of nails placed into acrylic glass with precision and vision.

For me this is more than a technique, it is about connection. Every nail represents a thought, an emotion, a fragment of life. When you look at one of my pieces I do not want you to only see a portrait or a structure, I want you to feel something. It could be the intensity of a gaze, the memory of a first kiss, the warmth of love or the spark of desire.

I first worked with icons from music, film and art. These figures carry a universal recognition that draws people in. Over time I turned inward and began to create works that reflect my own thoughts and emotions. They are minimal, raw and deeply personal.

I believe that art has the power to connect us. Beneath all differences we share the same feelings. Steel and acrylic may seem like cold materials, but in the right composition they create warmth, intimacy and presence. That paradox fascinates me. Hardness becomes emotion and simplicity turns into depth.

Every artwork I create carries a signature nail, engraved and unique. It is my mark of authenticity and a reminder that art is not just an object, it is a story. The moment you bring it into your life it becomes part of your story as well.

If you want to learn more about Art with Nails, please visit the Art with Nails page.