In the beginning, one stands at their own personal, sexual
imagination. Visual interpretations fed by images from the Internet, private
photographs, magazines or other media. To get a clearer image of what
the future might bring, the idea, using a camera, is adjusted, re-created,
experimented on with the assistance of media fragments and tools on the computer. Whenever
this happens, I can experiment for as long as I like, until I have created
a vehicle by which I can begin my painting process. I experiment with
color, arrangements of the objects, effects and details in the media that
I can adapt using a color palette of oil paints and blank canvas to work
on. I try to blur the line that separates fantasy from reality as I
lure you into my world of Fetish and S & M, the seductive smell of leather
and levels of fantasy and imagination
The observer. My visual prisoner will perhaps recognize
that I, for the most part, have chosen close friends as a motive to allow
you to feel comfortable. A recognized face here and there will always be
a reminder that you still have one foot based in reality while the other
is in the world of my imagination/creativity. I have had exhibitions
in Erfurt (2002), Amsterdam (2003),
Zurich (2004) along with others in and around Berlin.
With every exhibit, I hope my artwork inspires thoughtful
discussion. I know they will also be deemed
controversial, but I welcome the criticism as well. It is all part
of an artist's life. I am also always looking for potential
models and people who can inspire me to broaden my horizons regarding various
depictions / scenarios. Your image would become part of my expression.
Your interest, curiosity, self-representation and yes, a bit of vanity, all
becoming part of my world of voyeurism and exhibitionism.
To me, a person that radiates energy and character is more
valuable than one who only has beauty and muscles to offer. We would
have an interview to uncover what you like to do. What your fantasies are
and I can get some idea of how to portray your inner self to the outer world. Once
we start, we won't finish the Fotosession until I am satisfied I have captured
your true essence on canvas. I don't paint for a living but for the joy it
brings me. A truly jobless art.
I started painting at age 16 and after studying educational
theory and becoming a music teacher, I specialized in photography
and graphic arts treatment. After various jobs I decided to go independent
in 2003. Painting is very expensive and is not considered an easy hobby.
The prices are a simple matter of arrangement and for many first time buyers,
the picture was the very first oil painting which they had ever purchased. If
you would like to participate in my experiment and be willing to explore
the dark side of your personality and have a painting that reflects that
dark side, I invite you to take the opportunity and contact me.
(Thanks a lot to LaMont for the translation)