His approach aligned with the Hague School. He avoided the bright colours of earlier romantic painters. He preferred a palette of muted greens and soft greys. He also used earthy browns. His work often depicts the wind-blown trees of the polders. He also painted the scrubby vegetation of the dunes. Works like "Gezicht op de heide met twee bomen" show his interest in the structure of the land. He painted the weather as much as the scenery.

Modern collectors appreciate the quiet mood of these prints. His compositions are balanced and direct. They do not demand attention. Instead, they provide a sense of calm. Works such as "Duintop met links de zee" or "Boerenhofstede met schuur" suit minimalist or traditional spaces. These works bring a piece of the historic Dutch coast into the home. They offer a connection to nature through a restrained style.