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 slowly

We live, perhaps surprisingly to some, in a world of apples. A humble fruit with a lot to offer! From the Garden of Eden to contemporary art, the apple appears in numerous artworks, often carrying a wide range of meanings. For instance, it symbolizes temptation, fertility, or wisdom – the

Sprachen As an abstract artist, I frequently encounter questions and comments that challenge the nature of my work. "I don't get it" is just one of these reactions, for which I at least appreciate the honesty. Abstract art is divisive. This form of art goes beyond mere representation.It challenges both

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 marked

"Strictly speaking, there is no such thing as >art<. There are only artists. Once upon a time, there were people who took colored clay and painted the rough outline of a buffalo on a cave wall. Today they buy their paints and design posters for meat extract; in between they

A few weeks ago, Stefan and I started a new and exciting tradition. On Sundays, as we sit comfortably at the breakfast table, we grab an art book and choose a painting together. We look at it closely and are inspired by its beauty and history. Throughout the week, we