Arie Zwart Sailing boats on the Kagermeer

Arie Zwart's Education

Arie Zwart was born on August 30, 1903, in Rijswijk. He began painting while still in primary school, when he won a small box of painting supplies. Arie Zwart went to work for his uncle, a house painter, but this was short-lived. Arie preferred painting in nature and took lessons at the Hague Academy of Fine Arts to further hone his skills. Additionally, he received instruction from Louis Soonius, a family friend ...