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This series is a work of fiction, inspired by real events and lived emotion.
The darkness in my work is not an invitation.
I do not call for pain, violence, suffering, or self-destruction; I expose them to understand them.
My art transforms emotion into form โ€” not to shock, but to make the unseen visible and discussable.
Interpretation is personal; feeling confronted is a choice.
Any resemblance or similarity between the characters, places, names, and events in my work and any actual persons [living or dead], entities, or occurrences is purely coincidental.
I respect all communities, faiths, and beliefs, and it is never my intention to disrespect, insult, impair, or disparage the values, feelings, or sentiments of any person, community, religion, or society.
If you are struggling with thoughts of self-harm or emotional distress, please reach out for support through local mental health services or crisis helplines in your area. You are not alone, and help is available.
But healing can take many forms. Creative expression helped me navigate my own emotions and can provide a safe outlet for others as well.

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All content presented on this website, including but not limited to portraits, illustrations, images, designs, graphic work, texts, and other original creations, is the exclusive property of Hilbert van der Staal, het hart van Bron, and is protected by copyright as well as other applicable intellectual property rights. This includes both hand-drawn portraits and personal works, including the -line and all underlying series, titles, installations, and artistic presentations. These works are the result of hours of creative and artistic effort and may not be reproduced, distributed, copied, publicly shared, adapted, edited, or used in any other way without prior written permission.
It is strictly prohibited to download, print, use, or share any images, designs, or other content from this website, even for personal use, unless express permission has been obtained from Hilbert van der Staal, het hart van Bron. This restriction applies to all forms of use, both digital and physical, including use on social media, in publications, or in commercial contexts.
When permission is granted to use my work, such use is always subject to specific conditions. Upon approval, the name Hilbert van der Staal, het hart van Bron must always be clearly credited as the author of the work, along with an active and easily visible link to my website www.hethartvanbron.com. The link must remain easily accessible and may not be hidden or presented unclearly.
Furthermore, it is not permitted to use my work for commercial purposes without a separate, written agreement. This means that it is prohibited to sell my work, reproduce it for products or services, or otherwise generate profit from my work without my explicit permission and a signed agreement outlining the terms of use.
I reserve the right to deny permission for use at any time, depending on the nature of the request, and permission may also be revoked at any time. This applies to any use of my work, even if permission was previously granted. Any unauthorized use of my work may result in legal action to protect my copyrights.
For questions regarding the use of the content on this website, obtaining permission for specific uses, or other inquiries related to my work, interested parties may contact me at info[at]hethartvanbron[dot]com. I am open to discussing usage terms, but all approvals must always be confirmed in writing.
Respecting these conditions is essential to protect the integrity of my work and the rights of the creator, and I greatly appreciate compliance with these rules.
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