Dmitriy Baum

Dmitriy Baum — Watercolor Artist

I am an artist and graphic designer based in Ginsheim-Gustavsburg, Germany. My artistic practice explores the relationship between places, history, atmosphere and human emotions.

In my watercolor paintings, I look beyond the visible appearance of a place. I am interested in the light, mood and personal impressions it evokes, as well as the stories and human experiences connected to it.

My series Castles and Palaces of Germany brings together historical architecture and my personal interpretation of its atmosphere and history. My current project, Kleiner Ort – große Gefühle (A Small Place – Big Feelings), turns my attention to Ginsheim-Gustavsburg and its surroundings, exploring the emotional significance of familiar streets, houses and everyday places.

Watercolor is central to my work because of its transparency, fluidity and ability to create subtle layers of light and color.

Alongside my artistic practice, I have many years of experience in graphic design and art education. Since 2007, I have presented my work in solo exhibitions in the Rhine-Main region.

I graduated with honors from art school and the Bashkir State Pedagogical University (Faculty of Art and Graphic Design) and became a fine arts instructor.
I worked in the studio of the renowned graphic designer D.A. Makarov in St. Petersburg.
In my career, I have combined teaching with creative work. After all, art has always been—and remains—my passion.

I have been involved in the exhibition scene since 1994. My solo exhibitions are listed below.

2000 - "Advertising and Design" in Ufa, Russia
2001 - "Flower Waltz" in Ufa, Russia
2004 - "Design and Semiology" in Ufa, Russia
2007 - "Gustav-Künstler" in Gustavsburg, Germany
2008 - "HO&MO" in Wiesbaden, Germany
2013 - "Galerie Zuhause" (gallery at home) in Bischofsheim, Germany
2016 - "Baum . Malerei" (Baum painting) in Groß-Gerau, Germany
2026 - "Schlösser & Burgen" (Palaces & Castels in Germany) in Mainz, Germany