Ten close-up details from the paintings of The Colour of Life: eyes, noses and mouths in bold colour, side by side — Details from The Colour of Life

Art that breathes, that moves, that invites us to look at the world with new eyes

Born in Hilversum, in the Netherlands, Jacob van Doorn is a creator who has transformed his career from graphic design and advertising to vibrant, energetic painting. After more than two decades running a bar-gallery in Marbella, he is now immersing himself in pictorial art with renewed vigour and a palette that exudes vitality.

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Recent work

The Colour of Life

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Exhibition

The Colour of Life at Casino Marbella

Puerto Banús, 20 November 2025 to 14 January 2026

The collection was shown at Casino Marbella, opening with a cocktail reception on 20 November 2025.

Silver Lightning, Copper Lady and Many Colour Lady on easels in front of a white perforated wall at Casino Marbella — Silver Lightning, Copper Lady and Many Colour Lady at Casino Marbella

Jacob van Doorn with two guests at the opening, Copper Lady on its easel behind them — Jacob with guests at the opening

Jacob van Doorn and a visitor standing between African Lady and Man with Head on their easels — Jacob beside African Lady and Man with Head

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Collections

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Film

Film

Jacob at Pub Deco, the bar-gallery he ran in Marbella for more than two decades. Confirm this wording, and add a line about the film if wanted

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Enquiries

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For availability, prices and commissions, send Jacob a message. Every painting sold comes with a certificate of authenticity.

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