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1. How did your artistic journey begin?


My artistic journey began in early childhood. I loved painting, reading, and inventing stories, which I turned into little picture narratives. Both of my grandfathers were artistically gifted. My paternal grandfather, whom I never met, was an excellent draftsman. My father painted in oils as a hobby, so I was introduced to painting at a young age and began experimenting on my own. Early on, I knew I wanted to study art.

2. Where do you find inspiration?

For me, life itself—with all its contradictions—is the greatest source of inspiration. Nature, urban spaces, and both personal and societal tragedies influence my work. I've always been fascinated by history: from prehistoric cave paintings and ancient sculptures to classical art, especially from ancient Egypt, as well as the art of Indigenous cultures. During my studies, I explored funerary rituals and grave design—subjects that still resonate in my art today.

3. What techniques do you use?

My academic focus was on drawing. From that foundation, I developed unique collage techniques, in which I partially cover my works with transparent paper. This creates a special sense of layering—some elements fade, others emerge.
In my painting, I also work in multiple layers: I paint over surfaces, uncover sections, and add drawn elements. The result is a sense of depth and movement, where transformation becomes visible.

4. Do you follow a process or work by instinct?

My mind is constantly filled with images, forms, and ideas—especially for abstract and abstract-figurative compositions. But the actual artwork only takes shape during the creative process, and often changes fundamentally along the way. I don’t follow a fixed plan; instead, I let intuition, materials, and the moment guide me.

5. What message do you want to share through your art?

I don't seek to convey simple, straightforward, or even bold messages. Rather, my art is about deeper engagement—with oneself, the world, experiences, and emotions. I want my works to touch people, invite discovery, and offer space for individual stories and emotional resonance.

6. What are your future dreams as an artist?

My biggest dream is to be able to make a full living from my art—to work freely, without material or spatial limitations, and to create without compromise. I also long for recognition—both public visibility and personal feedback. No artist can thrive without resonance; appreciation is an essential source of energy and motivation for any creative person.
A dream that is unlikely to come true would be one of those large old loft studios in the heart of SoHo in Manhattan.

• How did your artistic journey begin?

I am 55 years old and for the first 50 years of my life I didn’t paint or do anything creative. I was told when I was very young that I was not a creative person. Shortly after my 50th birthday.
I had a strong internal desire to paint and create. I’ve been painting for the last five years in my converted garage. I had not attempted to sell display or show my art to anyone, I was doing it for the pure joy. The beginning of 2025 my 21year old son persuaded me to set up a website and post my paintings online as he believed other people should see them. I agreed.

• Where do you find inspiration?
I get inspiration everywhere. l am fascinated how life turns you in different directions.
As humans we seem to be constantly trying to change our environment to suit us, although some of worlds most inspiring wonderful places, are untouched by humans. My paintings can reflect the chaos and untouched wilderness clashing with the order and control. I like to explore different colours different shapes and embrace any imperfections in the wood or the paint. 

• What techniques do you use?
I use lots of different techniques. I mostly use acrylic on wood either plywood or MDF I like to cut this into random shapes to help change the perspective of the viewer. I will also use ink and spray paint on some paintings. I like to put down several base coats and build up from there. As the painting evolves you can see the original coat of paint.

• Do you follow a process or work by instinct?
I start painting with an idea but this can go in a different direction depending on the technique I’m using and the emotions of that moment.
I rarely finish painting in one day so when I return  to complete the painting with different emotions and different feelings it can change the direction of the painting which I absolutely love. 

• What message do you want to share through your art?
I love the process of painting. I love looking at my paintings and I hope other people do as well. I guess the main message through my painting is just be proud of who you are. Love and respect yourself and others embrace all our perfect imperfections.
 

• What are your future dreams as an artist?
I don’t look too far into the future. Im sure all amateur artists say the same thing. I would love painting to be my full-time occupation as painting is not my occupation. I do it for the pure joy and will continue to do that wherever it takes me.

How did your artistic journey begin?

When I was a child, I was already a natural drawer, when I was adult I decided to study fine arts and go to art school. I then began my career as an artist. But life took a very long break. I had a salaried job that extinguished my creativity. You could say that my artistic journey only began a year ago, when I decided to start painting again and become a full-time artist!

Where do you find inspiration?

I find inspiration in everything I can see, all the visual arts inspire me, especially the work of my peers. Thanks to social networks!
Music too!

What techniques do you use?

Before I devoted myself entirely to painting, I wanted to get away from it, so I used to cut up my paintings to reshape them. I mixed oil on canvas with resin to create hybrid objects, and this experimentation reconciled me with painting, so since
I've been painting in oil on canvas and I don't cut up my paintings anymore! But my process remains the same: How to create space?

Do you follow a process or work by instinct?

Both!
I think I always try to combine letting go and control.
I construct my painting as an abstract architecture whose elements are an organic propagation with the aim of creating worlds.

What message do you want to share through your art?

My painting is an invitation to the imagination. A perceptive and personal journey, an open painting with as many entrances and exits. Everyone tells their own story and travels through a world in motion.

What are your future dreams as an artist?

Show my artwork to the world!
find a good gallery that believes in my vision!
I think this is the wish of all emerging artists.
But my greatest dream as an artist would be to be able to paint and experiment for the rest of my life.

How did your artistic journey begin?


My artistic journey began by taking classes at "Energy Circle Painting," driven by the desire to express the energy pulsing within me. I quickly noticed that others responded well, and my paintings were hung in a dentist's office ☺

Where do you find inspiration?

I find inspiration in myself inspired by nature and the beautiful surroundings on the „Ammersee“ – I strive to express my inner feelings, mood or tensions and to process them in my paintings.

What techniques do you use?

Technique: Multi-layered work with filler, gesso, various acrylic paints, oil pastels, charcoal, newspaper… mostly on canvas but also on paper

Do you follow a process of work by instinct?

I mostly work by instinct – a wonderful form of expression. I can only stop painting when I feel satisfied and joyful. If this is not the case, the picture will be put „in the corner“ and will be brought out again at a later time.



What Message do you want to share through your Art?

With my paintings I want to invite the viewer to feel addressed and to observe and follow the impulses they trigger within them. I want to convey a sense of joie de vivre, but also provide food for thought.

What are your Future dreams as an Artist?

I wish to create a powerful and inspiring atmosphere where people can find something needful for their contemporary feelings and personal development.

• ¿Cómo comenzó tu trayectoria artística? Siempre me gusto dibujar y pintar pero no fue hasta el 2020 que decidí dejar mi trabajo habitual e iniciar este viaje que me hace tan feliz.
• ¿Dónde encuentras inspiración? En la naturaleza y mis propias emociones.
• ¿Qué técnicas utilizas? Mi obra se expresa en capas utilizo acrílicos, pigmentos, barras al oleo y técnicas mixtas.
• ¿Sigues un proceso o trabajas por instinto? Tengo mis rutinas de trabajo pero la intuición también forma parte de ellas.
• ¿Qué mensaje quieres transmitir a través de tu arte? Quiero hablar del paso del tiempo, de resilencia y de encontrar la serenidad dentro del caos.
• ¿Cuáles son tus sueños para el futuro como artista? Seguir aprendiendo e investigando, disfruntando de este viaje como artista , mostrar mis obras y que conecten con las personas.