Having grown up in East Berlin, I draw my inspiration from the geometric realm of brutalist architectural landscapes and the distinctive vibrancy of Propaganda Art. I was surrounded daily by bold graphic designs, multi coloured murals, sculptures and imposing constructions, which nurtured my curiosity towards structure, composition, and abstract thinking.

Especially the public work from socialist art collective members like Ernst Barlach and Walter Womacka, as well as Kaethe Kollwitz and the Mexican sculptor Octavio Medellin, had a profound impact on my visual language and creative practise today.

As an adult, I found myself escaping the infrastructure of city dwelling, by exploring nature. During immersive hikes, I was mesmerized by the intricate, heavily textured, and multi-facetted system of my surroundings. The observations found in both worlds, lead to investigate the fine balance of structural compositions of seemingly disorganised patterns, as well as their relationship to their environment. By exploring elements of these, I am aiming to create a blend of two juxtaposing systems.

I manufacture my relief panels using a variety of clays to hand sculpt one off unique pieces that are bisque fired. This way the clay bodies are left in their most natural state of colour, texture and strength after firing, to reflect the earthy elements of the material, but also to allow the viewer to connect to its history in construction and anthropological use. The use of ore mediums such as gold and copper leaf, as well as mother-of-pearl and natural wood, emphasizes the rich natural beauty found in earthy raw materials. 

My two dimensional work on the other hand, is highly graphic, incorporating dashes of bold colour in combination with black calligraphy pens. Often suggestive of aerial views, microscopic close-ups or contorted landscapes, I invite the viewer to get lost in textures, lines and mazes. Thus, to encourage and offer an opportunity for escapism and dreaming to the audience.