Daniela Schweinsberg

At the core of my practice are large-scale abstract paintings that convey a raw, visceral aesthetic. They oscillate between beauty and abrasion, which prevents them from becoming purely decorative. Powerful gestures meet vulnerable, unresolved passages that remain visible as traces of the painting process. Seductive softness contrasts with harsh marks, scratches, and drips. Fragments of drawing—objects or text—emerge briefly, yet never fully resolve into representation. Empty areas are active spaces, allowing the composition to breathe while preserving a sense of risk.

Contradictory impulses coexist, embracing an imperfection and rawness that define the authentic presence and strong physicality of my work.

My materials include raw canvas or linen—sometimes stitched together—as well as paper. Acrylic paint forms the foundation, which I expand with a wide range of other media, including ink, spray paint, charcoal, soft and oil pastels, and colored pencils.

My approach is process-driven, fueled by curiosity and a willingness to experiment. These qualities continually lead me to explore new fabrics, elements, and materials, often resulting in distinct bodies of work that, despite their diversity, retain a consistent and recognizable...

2015 - 2016 | Master Class of Prof. Adam Jankowski (Art Academy Bad Reichenhall)

2006 - 2014 | Teached from renowned artists and institutes, e.g. Peter Tomschiczek, Peter Casagrande.

05-2026 | Tampa (US), Drew Marc Gallery, "Iconic Expressions" (G)
04-2026 | Oberursel (GER), Gallery Hofmann, "Authentisch. Ehrlich. Roh." (S)
02-2026 | Karlsruhe (GER), Art Karlsruhe, presented by ARP Galerie (F)
08-2025 | Tampa (US), Drew Marc Gallery, "Prismatic (Group)
04-2025 | Hanau (GER), ARP Galerie, "12 Questions - 3 Answers" (Group)
01-2025 | Tampa (US), Drew Marc Gallery, "Urban Pulse" (Group)
02-2025 | Tampa (US), Drew Marc Gallery, "Noir Blanc" (Group)
01-2025 | Tampa (US), Drew Marc Gallery, "Urban Pulse" (Group)
12-2024 | Frankfurt (GER), 102. Christmas Market of Frankfurt Artists (Group)
11-2024 | Frankfurt (GER), Discovery Art Fair (Fair)
10-2024 | Munich (GER), ARTMUC (presented by ARP Gallery) (Fair)
10-2024 | Munich (GER), W32 Gallery, "3. Art With Love" (Group)
04-2024 | Los Angeles (US), Barker Hangar, The Other Art Fair (Fair)
02-2024 | Mainz (GER), Institut Francais, "Abstraction Bleue" (Group)
12-2023 | Bad Soden (GER), Gallery at the Badehaus, "dynamics²" (Group)
11-2023 | Des Moines (US), Moberg Gallery, "20th Anniversary Exhibition" (Group)
11-2023 | Frankfurt (GER), Discovery Art Fair (Fair)
07-2023 | Des Moines (US), Moberg Gallery, "Contemporary Abstraction 2023" (Group)
12-2022 | Des Moines (US), Mo...