Riffgeschichte

"From the Deep" – A Struggle for Light in the Abyss
Dimensions: 60 x 40 cm, Year: 2024, Medium: Oil on Paper

From the Deep is part of a triptych that captures the raw emotion and intense struggle for survival. The painting portrays an anemone-like creature reaching toward the light, battling against the boiling environment around it. The dark, vibrant red tones of the scene evoke a sense of urgency and tension as the creature writhes and twists around its lost siblings, who are trapped in the gray and appear flat and lifeless. Despite the desolation, the creature continues its relentless fight to survive, struggling and almost frantic in its quest for light. It rises from the depths of the sea, symbolizing hope in the face of adversity.

This piece reflects themes of survival and the harsh realities of life, as well as the powerful will to fight against the overwhelming odds. The contrast between the vibrant anemone-like creature and the dull, flat surroundings highlights the intensity of the struggle and the drive to persevere. From the Deep invites viewers to reflect on resilience and the search for light even in the darkest of circumstances, showcasing the beauty and strength that can emerge from the depths.

"Neukonstruktion" – Rebirth Through Struggle and Transformation
Dimensions: 60 x 40 cm, Year: 2024, Medium: Oil on Paper

Neukonstruktion is part of a triptych that explores the emotional process of transformation and rebirth. The painting depicts an anemone-like creature reaching for hope, reinventing itself through its blood, and restructuring its very form. In a state of turmoil, the creature sheds old, limiting structures and pushes forward, embracing new shapes and paths. With immense strength, it moves past the remnants of its lost siblings, rising from the ruins to redefine its existence.

The dynamic and bold forms in the painting convey a sense of urgency and power, symbolizing the courage to break free from the past and step into a new dimension of self. The graphic elements enhance this narrative, highlighting the sense of reconstruction and new beginnings. The piece embodies the resilience and determination required to rebuild and reimagine one’s life, making it a powerful representation of hope and renewal.