Julia Maria Guenther

Abstraction can transcend any theme, style and field and is a wonderfully adaptable form of expression – it can handle complexity & communicate emotions. Within this pallet I found inspiration and access to a broad spectrum of discovery. Each piece is an appreciation of a unique moment that passes. Sometimes almost unfinished, illogical, raw, or merely whimsical. Some stand out for their use of color or unusual forms, others for the techniques they employ. All of them want to express acceptance for the many shapes & sides of ourselves.

In our fast-paced life there’s ever less time to pause, to dream, to fail, to laugh. Because we are always occupied with striving for more, better & faster, we forget to consider what really moves us in this precious time that is ours. Through my work, I try to take a break and explore this abstract space of emotion, doubt, confusion, and everything that makes us unique, alive & human.

In this way, each piece is a journey of discovery, exploring the dynamic nature of the emotional landscape and taking snapshots to appreciate a unique moment of being. I especially value the small imperfections and unplanned surprises, the individual features that make up the charm of the hand-made. I hope the result...

‘Burg Giebichenstein’ University of Art
in Halle / Germany : B.A. Interior Design
2007 — 2012

University of Arts & Industrial Design
in Linz / Austria : Space & Designstrategies Studies
2010

Academy of Fine Arts
in Obernjesa / Germany : Fine Art Studies
2006 — 2007

Xintiandi Design Festival - Shanghai - June 1-27 2021

ENERGYiNMIND art space - Shanghai - March 1-31 2021

Powerlong Art Museum - Hangzhou - July 9 2023