My work in the Studio
My artistic work deals with those realities that only become visible through painting. The focus is not on depicting what actually exists, but rather on discovering the pictorial worlds within reality—a continuous process of exploration that shapes my studio practice. What is revealed in this process is the inherent dynamic of the painting process itself. A blank sheet of paper or a canvas poses pictorial questions, to which each brushstroke promises a preliminary answer. But these answers are not final. They are immediately superseded by new questions. One application of paint, and everything changes. The original idea for the image is peeled away from its initial intention and detached in the process of creation—the work liberates itself from the intention with which it began and becomes something unique, something unforeseen. This promise of painting—that in the end something emerges that is greater than the initial intention—defines my artistic approach. The aim is to allow the essence to emerge, independent of any control over the pictorial event and trusting in a process that seems to follow its own entirely unique rules.
The viewer, too, is drawn into this dialogue between creation and contemplation. They enter not just a work of art, but a universe with its own inherent laws. They are invited to reorient their perception. They step back, behind the illusion that the image might offer answers to a question or a title. In doing so, their perception opens up new perspectives and, like me as a painter, is confronted with something incomprehensible.
In this rhythm between conception, execution, and contemplation, new works and series of works emerge, continuously evolving. Through regular participation in exhibitions, a further exchange takes place, allowing the works to reach a wider audience.
My Studio Services
My services address three overlapping areas:
- artistic development
- personal growth
- providing a space for those seeking an inspiring workspace
Everyone is welcome – regardless of age or prior experience. Artistic beginners are just as welcome as experienced practitioners. People working on personal issues and consolidating newly gained insights will find support, as will those just beginning their artistic or personal journey:
Individuals, couples, groups, families, and teams – every constellation finds its place here.
The Studio Space
The studio space is located in Cologne-Dünnwald, about 20 minutes from Cologne’s Neumarkt. It is large, high-ceilinged and bright – with a wall of windows facing the sky and complete privacy.
Here you can work quietly and with concentration, think big and paint even bigger. Apply paint in broad strokes? Experiment and pour? Splatter? Anything is possible here. You can paint on the wall, at an easel, on the floor or at a table. In this inviting atmosphere, both large and small works are created exceptionally well.
Art Mentoring – Guided Artistic Practice
Do you want to further develop your artistic expression or take it to the next level? With targeted techniques, new approaches and compositional insights, you can work thematically or completely freely – depending on what your next step is.
Joint image critiques are essential. They provide important impetus for discovering your own artistic language and enriching it with further layers of meaning.
Individual Lessons
We work on your artistic questions, creative blocks, and developmental leaps – individually tailored to your artistic ideas and goals.
Workshops
Focused on specific techniques, compositional themes or processes. For those who want to work in a focused and in-depth way. Joint image critiques round off the artistic growth.
Group Courses
Your artistic development is given the space and time to unfold. Continuous support over several sessions provides stability and depth.
Art Counseling – Your Time, Your Space
Sometimes we get stuck. In complex phases of life. In which our own potential fades from view. As an Art Counselor (grad. BVPPT), I support you with the diverse possibilities of art and creativity to find your questions through creative means and discover the answers.
When words aren’t enough, in Art Counseling we create spaces for discovery and development that, through art and creative therapy methods, enable an encounter with yourself. The often-felt speechlessness in the face of one’s own problem can be pleasantly transformed and dissolved through colors, materials and images.
Because when thinking is replaced by feeling, what has been overlooked can be heard and find expression. Sketches and paintings mature into a new vocabulary – new spaces for action and perspectives are opened up.
Because art isn’t just about skill. Because creativity is not just access, but also a path to yourself.
Individual sessions and established groups
For individuals, couples, and groups. Here, the essence of what was previously misunderstood can become visible and untapped potential tangible in a very short time. Your time. Your space. Intensively utilized and professionally guided.
Open Studio – Space for Your Project
Spaces like this – bright, open, spacious and private – have become rare. That’s why I share it even outside of my own use: for your work, your project and your vision.
For individuals, groups and couples who want to think and act creatively. To leave conflicts, tasks and everyday life behind for a moment. For presentations or photo projects. For larger groups, filming and meetings in a creative atmosphere.
Available for individual use by arrangement – temporarily or regularly, as needed.
And since wonderful things grow when we share them, you can work on your own project individually and undisturbed within the framework of the Open Studio.
Who will be your guide?
I bring experience from three fields: as marketing & creative professional, as professional artist and art counselor and as coach and mentor.
As an artist and art counselor (grad. BVPPT): After training at various art academies in Germany and Austria, I have been working as an artist since the 1990s. Through countless hours of drawing and painting, as well as through the successes and failures of studio practice, I have gained a deep understanding of the dynamics of creative and artistic work. I recognize creative blocks across different fields – whether in painting, writing or conceptual work – as well as emerging developmental breakthroughs. The conditions required for successful creative and artistic practice are familiar to me, and I bring a broad range of practice-based skills and experience to competently support individuals and creatives in their own artistic as well as personal processes of exploration. Focusing on yet unrealized potential provides an essential framework for my work.
As a creative and marketing professional I have seen, developed, produced and implemented countless images, designs, logos and visual concepts within comprehensive campaigns for television, outdoor advertising, print and social media. This experience in advertising and marketing, through texts, designs as well as image and commercial films for television and cinema,has strengthened my confidence and expertise in compositional, visual, and conceptual matters. Through long-standing collaboration with prominent figures from media and public life, I have also refined a reliable sense for the impact, presence and perception of brands as well as personal brands and learned how to apply this knowledge effectively.
Upon request, I use this know-how to develop appropriate positioning for artists and creatives who wish to become visible and successful, design the necessary strategies for implementation and write the corresponding texts – not only for moving-image and online marketing but also for websites, publications, press materials, and trade fair appearances.
If you are interested in individually tailored workshops or consulting in the field of artist marketing, including personal and artwork branding, I look forward to hearing from you.
You will benefit from my perspective on your work, my compositional knowledge, and my ability to help you express your unique style.
Next Steps
If my services appeal to you, contact me for a free initial consultation. We’ll discuss which format suits you best – and when you can come.
