# 71 Painting

Born in 1973 in Cologne, I graduated in Visual Communication in Düsseldorf and started my career at renowned agencies before becoming a freelance creative and art director. I develop communication designs for exhibitions and trade shows, working with major automotive brands like Mercedes Benz, BMW, and VW. My projects have taken me internationally, including to China and various European countries. With over 20 years of experience, my expertise in visual communication and understanding of colors and shapes has made me a sought-after professional by global brands. Besides my design work, I am also an active artist. My abstract paintings, characterized by spontaneous and experimental use of colors and materials, reflect my personality and emotions. My artistic portfolio includes abstract and figurative oil paintings, collages, and object art. My art invites you to embrace the transformative power of chance, serving as a meditation object that teaches us to find meaning, beauty, and opportunities for transformation in the unpredictability of life. It is for those who have experienced how something random or fateful can change their lives. I aim to strengthen confidence in one's own power of acceptance and encourage taking the next step. My art demonstrates how unexpected beauty can emerge from the random and playful pouring of colors and materials onto a canvas. It is an adventure of discovery, showing that new and beautiful things can grow even from brokenness. My artworks encourage living in the moment and seeing the unexpected as an opportunity for transformation, serving as meditative aids that remind us to accept what is. Serendipity is central to my theme: it is the art of making happy and unexpected discoveries through chance and keen observation. It involves finding things not actively sought after and recognizing and utilizing the value of these random finds. I believe that chance encounters and events often lead to significant insights or advantages, even if initially a different direction was taken or a different outcome expected. For me, art lies in being open to the unplanned to benefit from these fortunate accidents. "The path unfolds under the feet of the one who walks." I invite you to explore my artworks and connect with the depth and quality of my creations.