Sharon's Ark

We raised €17,679! 462 original art cards sold during #PostcardArtExhibit26—approximately: 🇺🇸 $20,230 USD - 🇬🇧 £15,016 - GBP🇨🇦 $28,414 CAD The remaining artworks will be donated to Museum Beelden aan Zee. If sold later, 100% of those proceeds will stay with the museum. Thank you, #PostcardArtFamily ! ❤️ #postcardartexhibit26

To all of our artists! PAE in The Netherlands has now ended. We will need some time to go through our numbers and will share them soon. Thanks to all of you for your enduring support and enthusiasm! Our small team will soon take a well deserved break, before we return strong for PAE 28 in Glasgow, Scotland, for Autism. Love you all! -David ps. Please continue to post arrived or purchased cards, catalogue arrivals etc.

Final Call for the Dog Lovers! The online sale ends in less than 20 minutes, and these wonderful dog-themed original artworks are still waiting for homes. From sweet sleepy pups to soulful companions, playful expressions, and loyal four-legged friends, each one captures something we love about dogs—their humor, tenderness, devotion, and heart. Every postcard is a one-of-a-kind original artwork, and once the sale closes, any unsold cards will be donated to the museum. ❤️ If one of these pups has been calling your name, now is the moment. Featured in this clip: Rosie Mark @Rosieartwork, Iris Absolon, A.L. Grigoras, Nicole Lindecke, Emma Brassington and Allison Gillies Head here before it's too late: postcardartexhibit.com/shop #PostcardArtExhibit #PostcardArtExhibit26 #DogArt #DogLovers #PAEArtForACause #PostcardArtFamily #ArtistsSupportingAlzheimers #CollectOriginalArt #ArtForACause

Nature has inspired artists for centuries, and no two artists ever see it quite the same way. Some capture the delicate transparency of a flower in watercolor. Others build lush botanical worlds through layers of paint and collage. Some simplify nature into elegant shapes, while others reinterpret it through bold color and abstraction. As our online sale enters its final hours, we found ourselves drawn back to these beautiful works. They're still waiting for their forever homes, and we couldn't let the exhibition end without giving them one more moment to shine... Every postcard is a one-of-a-kind original artwork donated by an artist somewhere in the world, with proceeds supporting the Museum Beelden aan Zee's Blijft je Bij ("Unforgettable") program, helping people living with Alzheimer's and dementia—and their loved ones—experience meaningful moments of connection through art. Featured in this reel: Brittany Shannon, Karin Bruckner, Daniel McDonald, Gayle Stone, Sharon Hiley @sonabeam and Julia Laing. Which one would you choose to bring a little more beauty into your home? Head to our shop to purchase one before it's too late.  postcardartexhibit.com/shop Online sales end at 16:00 CEST (Netherlands Time)! Any unsold artworks will be donated to the museum. #PostcardArtExhibit #PostcardArtExhibit26 #PAEArtForACause #PostcardArtFamily #ArtistsSupportingAlzheimers #NatureInspiredArt #BotanicalArt #FloralArt #OriginalArt #CollectOriginalArt #ArtForACause

This is it. The online gallery for the 15th Postcard Art Exhibit closes tomorrow, Wednesday, July 8, at 16:00 CEST (Netherlands time). There are still many beautiful original artworks waiting to find their forever homes. When the gallery closes, all remaining unsold postcards will be donated to Museum Beelden aan Zee, where they will become part of the museum's collection in support of their Blijft je Bij ("Unforgettable") program for people living with Alzheimer's and dementia and their loved ones. If you've been thinking about purchasing a piece, now is the time. To thank everyone who helps give these artworks a home, we're offering two special promotions during our final hours: Buy any 3 postcards and receive a 4th FREE! Simply add any four original postcards to your cart—one will automatically be free at checkout. No code required. Buy any 2 postcards and receive a surprise artwork! Our curator, Tessa Maagdenberg, will personally choose an additional original postcard to include as our gift to you. Every postcard is a one-of-a-kind original artwork generously donated by an artist from somewhere in the world. If one has been speaking to you, don't let it slip away. Go to postcardartexhibit.com/shop to visit our online shop before the doors close. Thank you for helping create meaningful moments through art for people living with Alzheimer's and dementia. #PostcardArtExhibit #PostcardArtExhibit26 #PostcardArtFamily #ArtistsSupportingAlzheimers #CollectOriginalArt #ArtForACause

These are six hidden gems that David is genuinely surprised are still available in our online gallery. John Douglas — David used the words "expressive burst of power" and loves how the explosion of color feels almost musical, inviting you to experience emotion before you even recognize individual flowers. René Arns — There is something deeply moving about this portrait. David's first feeling wasn't sadness; it was relief. As though someone has "finally found shelter" after a long journey. Samantha Fellows @sammyfellows — David's first impression was "a lovely smile." This painting doesn't reveal everything immediately. Like meeting someone kind, its beauty grows the longer you spend with it. Jane Mosley — David immediately thought of those perfect pebbles you can't help picking up during a walk along the shore. Stones shaped patiently by waves over countless years. This painting captures that same quiet beauty, ordinary objects transformed into something precious simply because someone took the time to really see them. Sunny de Vroedt — There's a quiet optimism in this piece. To David, it speaks about possibility, growth, and the exciting feeling that our best chapters may still lie ahead. Judith Sturm — David's first impression, "sensual". The bold stripes become flowing fabric, the silhouette hints at movement, and suddenly your imagination begins filling in the rest of the figure. It's sophisticated, playful, and wonderfully open to interpretation. That's the beauty of art. These were simply the thoughts that came to David's mind. Now we'd love to hear yours. Which artwork speaks to you, and what do you see? Every postcard is a one-of-a-kind original artwork donated by an artist from somewhere in the world. Proceeds support Museum Beelden aan Zee's Blijft je Bij ("Unforgettable") program for people living with Alzheimer's and dementia, creating meaningful moments of connection through art. Perhaps one of David's hidden gems has been quietly waiting for its collector all along. Go to https://www.postcardartexhibit/shop for a closer look and to see the other great cards still available. #PostcardArtExhibit #PostcardArtExhibit26 #PostcardArtFamily #ArtistsSupportingAlzheimers #CollectOriginalArt

Some of the greatest moments of joy come from life's simplest treasures... A curious kitten with wide, wondering eyes. A squirrel carefully guarding its prize. A beloved little bear wrapped in warmth. Fresh blooms reaching toward the light. This featured collection celebrates the quiet beauty of the natural world, where animals and flowers remind us to slow down, notice the little things, and find delight in everyday moments. Each artwork is as unique as the artist who created it, offering its own story of curiosity, comfort, hope, and beauty. Which artwork makes you smile the most? We'd love to hear your favorite in the comments! Every postcard is a one-of-a-kind original artwork, generously donated by an artist from around the world. Proceeds support the Museum Beelden aan Zee's Blijft je Bij ("Unforgettable") program, which uses art to create meaningful moments of connection for people living with Alzheimer's and dementia and those they love. Featured in this clip: Haibing Wang @Haibing_drawing , Margaret Nisbet, Libby Stigaard, Isabelle Debionne, Deb Hume @BoogieG1rl and Monica Rich The online sale is coming to a close! If one of these pieces captures your heart, now is the perfect time to give it a forever home while supporting an important cause. Browse the collection at: postcardartexhibit.com/shop #PostcardArtExhibit #PostcardArtExhibit26 #PostcardArtFamily #ArtistsSupportingAlzheimers #NatureInspiredArt #AnimalArt #BotanicalArt #WildlifeArt #FloralArt #CollectOriginalArt #ArtForACause

The sea is full of stories. Some shimmer with wonder: a glowing sea sheep drifting through the water, a graceful seahorse, a playful goldfish. Others speak of memory, mystery, and the traces we leave behind, from weathered shells to thought-provoking reflections on our oceans. Together, these six original artworks remind us that the sea is more than a place. It is home to extraordinary life, a source of inspiration, and something worthy of our care. One of the beautiful things about the Postcard Art Exhibit is seeing artists from around the world interpret a shared theme in completely different ways. Every postcard offers a unique perspective, and every one is a one-of-a-kind original artwork donated in support of a meaningful cause. Featured in the reel: Vanessa Marzetz, Anita Tankó, Ian Hazzard @cactusian , Cathy Ziengs, Lisa Winner and IJda Smits. As our online exhibition enters its final days, don't miss our special offers! Add any 4 artworks to your cart and your 4th card is FREE automatically at checkout. Or purchase any 2 artworks and Tessa will personally select a surprise art card to include with your order. Every purchase supports the Museum Beelden aan Zee's Unforgettable Alzheimer's program, helping create meaningful moments of connection through art. Which artwork would you bring home? Head to our online shop to buy now: postcardartexhibit.com/shop #PostcardArtExhibit #PostcardArtExhibit26 #PostcardArtFamily #ArtistsSupportingAlzheimers #OceanArt #MarineLife #SeaLife #NauticalArt #CollectOriginalArt #SupportLivingArtists #ArtForACause

This collection celebrates the beauty, symbolism, and wonder of birds through original postcard art from artists around the world. Whether soaring across open skies, perched in quiet contemplation, or bursting with vibrant color, these feathered subjects remind us to pause, observe, and appreciate the world around us. Which one will you bring home? Pictured in the clip, art by: Karianne Brevick, Laura Hemmington, Anita Prasad, Christine Bay, Cesilie Kløfsrud @ceskl and Mary Goertzen Every purchase supports the Museum Beelden aan Zee's Unforgettable Alzheimer's program. To purchase, head to our shop page here: postcardartexhibit.com/shop Online sales end July 8 at 16:00 CEST. #postcardartexhibit26 #postcardartexhibit #postcardartfamily #paeartforacause #artistssupportingalzheimers #birdart #birdlovers #originalart #artforacause

Graceful, curious, colorful, and free; birds inspire us! Today's collection brings together a flock of original postcard artworks celebrating our feathered friends in all their beauty. From bold and expressive interpretations to delicate studies of nature, each piece offers its own unique perspective. Which bird catches your eye? Pictured in this clip: Noll Griffin @nollthere , Stacey Wilder, Katie Moore, Karin Dietrich, Margo White and June Wold-Dufseth. Every postcard is a one-of-a-kind original artwork donated by an artist from somewhere in the world, with proceeds supporting the Museum Beelden aan Zee's @museumbaz Unforgettable Alzheimer's program for people living with Alzheimer's and dementia and their loved ones. Online sales continue through July 8 at 16:00 CEST. Your perfect postcard may still be waiting for you. To purchase art cards head to: postcardartexhibit.com/shop #postcardartexhibit26 #postcardartexhibit #postcardartfamily #paeartforacause #artistsupportingalzheimers #birdart #birdlovers #originalart #artforacause

As we continue exploring the bold, expressive, and imaginative side of the Postcard Art Exhibit, we're reminded that art doesn't always offer answers. Sometimes it simply asks us to slow down, look closer, and discover something unexpected. Each of these original postcards tells a story, but that story may be different for every person who sees it. What emotions do these pieces evoke for you? Curiosity? Joy? Nostalgia? Wonder? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Pictured in the clip: Laurie Kornher, Shelley Silva @zintkala_ska , Terri Castle, Vicky Oliver, Christina Burhans-Robinson and Sonja Terese Brekke @SonjaBrekke . Every postcard is a one-of-a-kind original artwork donated by an artist from somewhere in the world, with proceeds supporting the Museum Beelden aan Zee's Unforgettable Alzheimer's program. Online sales continue through July 8 at 16:00 CEST. There are still hundreds of extraordinary artworks waiting to be discovered. Head to our online shop to purchase: postcardartexhibit.com/shop #postcardartexhibit26 #postcardartexhibit #postcardartfamily #paeartforacause #artistssupportingalzheimers #abstractart #expressionism #contemporaryart #originalart

Not every story is told with words. Some are told through color, texture, movement, symbolism, and imagination. Today's featured collection celebrates the bold, expressive, and wonderfully imaginative side of the Postcard Art Exhibit. These original works invite us to pause, look a little longer, and discover our own meaning within each piece. That's one of the beautiful things about art, no two people experience it in exactly the same way. Which artwork speaks to you the most? We'd love to hear what you see in the comments. Pictured in this clip: Kreg Yingst, Daniel McDonald, Els Lieshout, Carolien Adriaansche, Anne Kristine Jarulf, and Michelle Ferrier @michelleferrier Every postcard is a one-of-a-kind original artwork donated by an artist from somewhere in the world, with proceeds supporting the Museum Beelden aan Zee's Unforgettable Alzheimer's program. Online sales continue through July 8 at 16:00 CEST. Your perfect postcard may still be waiting for you. Head to our online shop: postcardartexhibit.com/shop #postcardartexhibit26 #postcardartexhibit #postcardartfamily #paeartforacause #artistssupportingalzheimers #abstractart #expressionism #contemporaryart #originalart

Today we're taking you on a journey around the world through the wonderful art of Postcard Art Exhibit 2026. From Canada, Australia, England, the Netherlands, New Zealand ( @artymicheline  ), the USA, Germany ( @spinnerratz ), Pakistan, Scotland ( @julia.laing.art ), Wales, Singapore, France, Italy ( @liberaequa ), South Africa ( @LaraKayeArt  ), and Norway—each original postcard tells a unique story, shaped by the culture, creativity, and perspective of its artist. Although these artworks traveled thousands of miles to come together in one exhibition, they're united by a single purpose: supporting the Museum Beelden aan Zee's Unforgettable program for people living with Alzheimer's and dementia and their loved ones. Every postcard is an original, one-of-a-kind work of art. Every purchase makes a difference. Which country caught your eye? Tell us in the comments! Online sales continue through July 8 at 16:00 CEST, so there's still time to discover the piece that's waiting for you. Click the link in our bio or head to postcardartexhibit.com/shop #postcardartexhibit26 #postcardartexhibit #postcardartfamily #paeartforacause #artistssupportingalzheimers #aroundtheworld #originalart #artforacause