Freya Hoekstra was born in The Hague, The Netherlands.
She attended the Waldof School in The Hague for 12 years and in the early fifties she emigrated to Calgary, Alberta, Canada where she opened an art centre and also taught art to the indigenous people. Her creativity started early in life. Freya was an accomplished potter. In the mid nineties she moved to Duncan, Vancouver Island, British Columbia and was involved with the Waldorf School.
Her work has been enjoyed by many people throughout the world and still continues to bring much pleasure today.
     
 
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The origin of the name Freya
In Norse mythology, Freya is a goddess of love and fertility. She is the patron goddess of crops and birth, the symbol of sensuality and was called upon in matters of love and counseling.
The goddess loved music, spring and flowers, and was particularly fond of the elves. So was Freya.