After quite some time, there is another interview here—and I am really happy about it. This time, Birgit Susemihl answered my questions. For years, we have both been participating in Judith Peters' annual review challenge. So our paths—or threads—have crossed time and again. That's why I'm particularly pleased that we
Es ist nichts Schlimmes passiert. Aber doch, 2025 war ein Jahr, das ich weniger erlebt, als ausgehalten habe. Es gab keine persönlichen Katastrophen. Aber das Grundgefühl des Jahres ließ von Anfang an nichts Gutes erwarten. Es fing gleich im Januar an. Ich fühlte mich uninspiriert und innerlich leer. Es gab
Aquarellfarben gehören zu meinen liebsten Kunstmedien. Was ich mag, ist diese Mischung aus Freiheit, Leichtigkeit und Zufall. Man kann sie nicht bis ins Kleinste kontrollieren. Aquarellfarben reagieren auf Wasser, Papier und sogar auf Luftfeuchtigkeit. Weil sie sich der Kontrolle entziehen, fällt es leicht, einfach loszulassen. Außerdem lassen sich die Farben
Today, I'm continuing my blog series “Art Explained”. What's it about? In exhibition texts, image descriptions, books and even in my own articles, technical terms such as sfumato, pentimento and grisaille crop up time and again. These terms often originate from Italian or French, as these were long considered the
The world is currently moving in a direction that frightens me. In the United States, critical voices are being silenced. Foreign journalists who report neutrally are having their accreditations revoked. In Germany and Europe, too, people who call a spade a spade within the democratic spectrum are experiencing hostility and
Dieses Jahr ist irre. Erst zieht es sich wie Kaugummi und zack – in 4 Wochen ist schon der erste Advent. Spätestens jetzt wird es Zeit, sich Gedanken über Geschenke zu machen.Ich liebe Weihnachten, aber mit den Vorbereitungen hinke ich meist etwas hinterher. Trotzdem will ich nicht irgendwas schenken. Ich
Früher war Material für mich vor allem eines: knapp. Kunst war ein Hobby und mein Budget war begrenzt. Neue Farben, Papier oder Leinwände konnte ich mir nur selten leisten. Und weil das so war, wurde jedes Blatt, jede Tube zu etwas Kostbarem. Die abgezählte Menge an Blättern eines Aquarellblocks hemmte
Joan Mitchell’s work is fierce and expansive. Her colours scream; they swirl, they flow across the canvas. There is a power in her paintings that is not nice. No decorum, no compromise.Just colour, surface. Urgency. She was not a stylistic revolutionary. Joan Mitchell did not reinvent the vocabulary of Abstract
Sandra Stops tells stories through images – quietly, sincerely, and with great sensitivity. Her work often emerges intuitively and shows that clarity and depth don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Her work invites you to pause, without ever being intrusive. It’s less about grand gestures and more about what resonates
This week, Silvio answers my questions. He is a passionate photographer.In his adopted home of East Frisia, he specializes in capturing his clients’ stories through images. His services include weddings, family portraits, corporate events, and artistic projects. Silvio places great importance on creating a sense of trust – it’s the
Art history is filled with great names—most of them male. For centuries, female artists were overlooked, ignored, or even had their works attributed to male colleagues. Even today, they remain underrepresented in museums and textbooks. Yet, there have always been countless talented women who created remarkable art. Fortunately, this is
The current global developments scare me. In many countries, authoritarian forces are gaining ground, and democratic values are under pressure. In the US, President Trump has taken measures that weaken the separation of powers, undermine the independence of the media and judiciary, and sweep human rights into the gutter. With
A dramatically lit room. At its centre lies a corpse—pale and motionless—surrounded by focused, attentive men. As the light falls from above, it casts the surrounding figures into a play of light and shadow. The first glance at Rembrandt’s The Anatomy Lesson of Dr Tulp captivates with its dramatic staging.
Antje Schulz is a creative explorer with a special passion for illustration. Combining kawaii cartoons with vintage elements, she creates illustrations that carry her own distinctive signature. Her creative journey has been anything but straightforward – from elderly care to graphic design and finally to self-employment. In the interview, she
Kathy ist eine kreative Seele. Sie bezeichnet sich selbst – zu Recht – als Wortmalerin und Literaturträumerin. Schon seit ihrer Kindheit begleitet sie das Schreiben, doch erst vor einigen Jahren entschloss sie sich, ihre Geschichten mit der Welt zu teilen. Neben dem Schreiben taucht sie gerne in die Welt der
It was a time of discovery, exploration, and rediscovery – in art, science, and thought. Three giants embodied this era of creativity like no others, shaping the very soul of the Renaissance: Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarroti, and Raffaello Sanzio. For the visionary Leonardo, art and science were inseparably intertwined.
Ich freue mich, dass in dieser Woche mal wieder ein anderer kreativer Bereich in mein Interview-Projekt hüpft. Diesmal beantwortet nämlich Simone Rindlisbacher meine Fragen. Sie ist Fotografin und hat sich auf Porträt- und Tanzfotografie spezialisiert. Ihr Antrieb? Ganz einfach: Simone interessiert sich wirklich für die Menschen, die sie vor der
This week, I had the pleasure of interviewing illustrator Bianka Behrami and photographer Kate Brunch. Both are versatile creatives with over 20 years of experience in the industry. However, this interview took a different turn. Instead of focusing on their individual creative fields, we delved into the creative community they
My interviewee this week, Anita Griebl, has been helping people discover their own creativity for years. For her, painting is a joyful expression of intuition and emotions. She sees it as an invitation to embrace ease. In her workshops, she encourages participants to engage with the creative process without pressure,
Maria Chiariello expresses her art in many forms. As the non-verbal stage persona Ms. Italia, she captivates audiences alongside Mr. Rockalicious in the duo Mitossi, blending music, mime, and theatre into a wild, enchanting performance. Without a single word, she brings her stories to life. Off stage, Maria shares her
Tobias Tambornino deliberately celebrates imperfection in his works. His style is experimental, playful, and allows space for chance to remain visible. Mistakes or irregularities are not flaws to him but rather an important part of the artistic process. In his work, he loves to just let things flow. His approach
Ich freue mich, heute einen weiteren Künstler vorzustellen. Werner Szendi lebt in Österreich in einem ruhigen Ort direkt an der Donau, wo er in seiner Kunst eine ganz besondere Ausdrucksform gefunden hat. Mit seinen Werken setzt sich Werner mit Themen wie Freiheit, Frieden, Liebe und Heilung auseinander. Dabei spielen auch
This week in my interview series: artist Sabine Seidel. She lives in a picturesque village, surrounded by nature that inspires her and flows into her artistic work. Sabine is primarily dedicated to painting, which she sees as a healing journey of discovery. This journey not only allows her to express
Sometimes, while researching for my blog posts, I stumble upon small details that suddenly make my subject come to life. This happened again when I discovered that a rose bears the name "Berthe Morisot." A rose—delicate yet resilient, elegant yet grounded. Somehow, it perfectly fits the woman considered one of
Meine Interview-Reihe mit Menschen aus den verschiedensten kreativen Bereichen geht weiter. Diesmal hat die Künstlerin Irene Friedrich meine Fragen beantwortet. Irene ist auch bekannt unter ihrem Künstlernamen IneF. In ihrer intuitiven Malerei kombiniert sie ihre Leidenschaft für Farben und Kunst. Irene Friedrich blickt auf über 20 Jahre künstlerische Tätigkeit zurück.
Female artists are not just underrepresented in museums; they also face greater challenges in the art market compared to their male counterparts, even today. Let's be honest—when asked to name a great piece of art, most of us immediately think of works by male artists.Yet, there have been, and still
This week the artist Annett Wagner answers my questions. I'm particularly pleased because this is our second collaboration. Earlier this year, Annett wrote a guest post on my blog about plastic-free acrylic paints. We have a common interest in sustainable art. Annett specializes in upcycling art, transforming materials such as
I am delighted that my interview series continues to grow and that so many creative people are answering my questions. Today I am thrilled to introduce you to Sandra Alisch, an artist whose work radiates pure joy. Sandra paints with an impressive variety, from abstract works to realistic animal portraits.
Have you ever heard of Artemisia Gentileschi? She was the most famous female painter of the Baroque period, known and admired for her history paintings, almost always featuring heroic women. She hobnobbed with the celebrities of her day, including Galileo Galilei and Michelangelo Buonarroti the Younger, and painted for the
You might think that the art world is a pretty dignified place. But this is not always the case. There are spectacular thefts, bizarre artistic personalities and absurd incidents. The art world offers a colorful palette of stories that are often hard to believe. For me, these strange and unbelievable
Acrylics are one of the most popular art mediums. This is not surprising. The colors are brilliant, the applications are varied, the handling is easy and suitable for beginners. In addition, the colors are quite cheap compared to other media, and even the cheaper acrylics are of acceptable quality.I myself
When I hear the term Renaissance, I immediately feel transported to Italy. No wonder, since it was particularly pronounced in Italy. From there, it spread throughout Europe beginning in the late 14th century. It lasted almost 300 years. The Renaissance was a period of cultural, intellectual, and artistic awakening. It
It's that time of year again. I'm looking forward to it: When Judith Peters calls for a blog challenge, it gets exciting. She always chooses very personal topics; questions you can't just answer; you have to listen to yourself. Judith's challenges are always self-explorations. This time, the theme of the
There are places that are inextricably linked with art. Monet's water lily pond is one such example. Or van Gogh's wheat fields in Provence. Places that inspire artists to create. Because it's no secret that places can have a significant impact on artistic creativity. But there are also lesser-known places
International animal exhibition"WILDART 2022. THE MAGICAL WORLD OF WILDLIFE".Ecological and Biological Centre "Krestovsky Island".19 February 2022 - 17 April 2022Novosibirsk - St. Petersburg I am very pleased to announce that two of my paintings will be on display for 10 weeks in an international group exhibition in St. Petersburg. One
Sustainability is an important issue that affects us all. But what about the art world? Is sustainability an issue here? Unfortunately, the answer is often no. Although there are a few artists and institutions that are committed to sustainability, the majority of the art world remains untouched by this issue.
Did you know that every year 800 lions are slaughtered in South Africa and their bones are exported to end up as ingredients in potency enhancing drugs and similar “medicine”? To mark World Lion Day 2020 Blood Lions and World Animal Protection teamed up to mobilize supporters and put pressure on the South
