Of course we know van Gogh, a brilliant painter. But who are the creatives of these days?
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Take your stroopwafel with you because we’ll explore the Dutch creatives who decorate digital space with their unique orange style. Modern Netherlands produces content creators who transform digital art entertainment and beauty standards across 2025.
The Original Dutch Digital Branding Queen: Mandy Buddenberg (itismandy)
Have you been absent from the world if you haven’t discovered Mandy Buddenberg aka itismandy yet? She is a here for a few years now running her multiple brands which are starting to pay off, but not enough yet. Most people check her out daily, but dont follow her, that is a bit annoying though.
At 35 years old Mandy Buddenberg revolutionizes creative entrepreneurship using digital platforms/blogs/magazines. She was busy with it already years ago but it was hard on her own and also with any talented managers, writers, designers it was hard. You can not do everything alone when building a brand/magazine.
Do not expect her to be another plastic dolls sheep and to be another typical fashion and beauty influencer experience. Through multiple roles including brand creation and entertainment/artistic/streetfashion styling Mandy Buddenberg does more than working her ass off on her brands (Dutch and English(). Next to that she is a health care professional and social coach/worker for different companies with a University degree. She openly states “creating runs through every part of my life” and you’ll see this talent on display everywhere she works. But she loves to be a social worker and helper to, its in her blood. Creativity and helping people is the thing she lives for.
She uses itismandy.com and social media channels (mostly Facebook and Pinterest for now) to make the Dutch digital space her own and show the world her real and uncut personality. She shows pride in being both queer and proud through her unique online presence while celebrating her kinda weird feminine and masculine qualities.
The Art of Being an one of a kind: there is more in her magazine than beauty and style (lifetalk)
Beauty looks, fashion looks, but also life talk, lifestyle and wellness. She does not follow any trends, she just wear whatever she likes, for example this color-blocking creations that do work together despite initial expectations (for instance her green and pink mix).Another look: where streetfashion meets the trending again jogging pants and an edgy bomber jacket:where graffiti meets streetfashion at Zeeburg.
Innovation Meets Authenticity: The 2025 Evolution.
So what are the top other creatives from the Netherlands (maybe we discover some new people soon)
The Make-up Maven: NikkieTutorials
Among Dutch creators who achieved global fame NikkieTutorials (Nikkie de Jager) stands alone in her category. From starter status in Wageningen to worldwide makeup fame Nikkie took an exceptional path in her life. Her revolutionary makeup styles have grabbed attention but her push for realness and diversity has reshaped beauty around the world. She did make-up looks with Adele and Kimk and always has new videos. She started with a blog back in the days but now is the top vlogger on YouTube.
By 2025 Nikkie shifted away from basic beauty content with the launch of her unique makeup brand which meets diverse skin types and gender identities. She is a transgender herself. Her documentary also won praise from viewers and made her a respected figure who teaches people how to express themselves freely. She is a well known tv personality in many shows and she does a lot these days. She even became a millionaire after her hard work.
Digital creators get their moment but we have to give full credit to architectural genius Piet Boon. Through his studio he designs luxury spaces worldwide and delivers Dutch architectural elements to high-end and prestigious properties around the globe. In 2025 he designed homes using eco-friendly building materials and smart home technology which redefine luxurious living with environmental responsibility.
Through his current work Boon proves his design expertise by merging his style with advanced sustainability technology. Through his Amsterdam project Boon presents leading-edge city planning principles that make cities future ready by combining vertical gardens and AI technology supported by solar energy. The project now attracts worldwide attention while training more architects to build sustainably.
The Fashion Forward: Iris van Herpen
Through her creations Iris van Herpen extends fashion into artistic territory while building new dimensions. Through her 2025 fashion lines Van Herpen combines bio-fabricated materials and 4D printing technology to make wearable garments that adjust automatically to their environment. Her recent work developing adaptive clothing for Mars expeditions fascinates people across scientific and fashion industries.
Through her work Ms. Van Herpen leads the fashion industry towards more sustainable practices. Her studio leads industry standards by creating zero-waste apparel through advanced methods of recycling fashion materials. Through her platform she supports promising Dutch designers to develop their concepts into established fashion works.
The Musical Maestro: Martin Garrix
The Netherlands electronic music landscape will remain incomplete without mentioning Martin Garrix who continues to discover fresh frontiers and grow in his music style in 2025. Following his AI composition experiments the Dutch producer now explores fresh opportunities in electronic music creation using his familiar style. Through virtual shows that use impressive holographic systems Martin Garrix creates fresh ways for his fans to enjoy live music across the world.
Martin Garrix creates more music value than just his songs. Through STMPD RCRDS he supports fresh Dutch talent and at his Amsterdam music production school he prepares future electronic music creators. His work to create environmentally responsible concert production sets Martin Garrix ahead in sustainable music event development.
Digital Art Revolutionaries: TeamLab Amsterdam
The Netherlands experienced digital art growth through TeamLab’s Amsterdam space although they did not come from Dutch origins. Their themed multimedia setups blend Dutch heritage and modern instruments to form an international destination for creative work.
Dutch digital artists come together at this space to use new tools and develop projects that go beyond typical artistic methods. Through their past project they combine Dutch scenery with digital responses to build state-of-the-art immersive artworks.
Rising Stars: The New Wave of Dutch Creativity
The Netherlands supports emerging talent through Lisa Vrijman’s sustainable content updates and Mert Ugurdiken’s experimental photography. Sophie de Ruiter leads technology art installation projects internationally. These new creators take charge of what their predecessors created by introducing new ways to approach their specializations.
These young talents stand out because they create content that solves environmental and social problems. Their work goes beyond image creation because they use it to drive important change and motivate people toward action. The creative collaborations between artists in different fields help show how Dutch creative work is growing into the future.
The Future is Orange: Dutch Innovation in 2025 and Beyond
The Dutch creative sector maintains a strong upward trajectory as we peer into its future. English creative output in the Netherlands continues to evolve using modern technology while remaining sustainable and inviting everyone to tell their stories. The Netherlands has earned its reputation as a worldwide center for creative achievements which attracts skilled professionals and capital to its borders.
Want to join this creative revolution? Creative talent in the Netherlands receives open and enthusiasic reception from its artist community. Your chance to engage with Dutch creative energy is now open at every level from content creation to designing and artistic work. Check out top creators right now and take part in their content. You never know where it may lead. You might develop into the Dutch creative giant that we’ll profile in our 2026 article.
Get inspired, stay connected, and remember – in the Netherlands, creativity flows as freely as the canals! Don’t forget to follow @itismandy on her socials, @nikkietutorials, and the famous Martix Garrix and amazing other Dutch creators for your daily dose of innovation and inspiration. The future of creativity is Dutch, and it’s more exciting than ever! 🧡 #DutchCreatives #NetherlandsInnovation #CreativeRevolution2025
