Three friends enjoy a relaxing afternoon inside while the city outside is buzzing on such a beautiful day. They sit in the famous GreenHouse coffeeshop known for it's exotic interior and award winning strains of marijuana. These three have found their spot and their smoke, a study of their body language lets you know they are in no rush to change their situation. Amsterdam has its own way of keeping you on the go, so it is especially nice to settle into a well needed break. After any vacation there will be special moments to consider, for this trio it may well be "that afternoon at the GreenHouse".

(oil on canvas 25cm x 35cm)

Part of the Amsterdam experience is wandering around the neighborhoods and seeing what will be around the next corner. Coffeeshops here are as varied as the neighborhoods and the people which they serve. Many times it is a great surprise to find that a small neighborhood shop is just the ticket to a well spent afternoon of taking it easy. A customer chose to park his bike on this particularly bright hazy day and spend some time in his local coffeeshop, aptly named "Relax".

(oil on canvas 18 x 24 cm)

Get off the street - out of the rain - out of the night. The coloration of this painting is a warm invitation to come inside. The weather can get pretty dreary here in the Netherlands. Gray rainy days come in long stretches, it's nice to find an inviting interior, to enter and relax. Inside a customer will experience the vibes of the visitors and staff, the music and decor, and the effects of their chosen smoke. This particular Rokerij coffeeshop is located in the "Jordaan" area of Amsterdam.

(oil on canvas 18 x 24 cm)