Richard Nestler

Richard Nestler, born in Germany lives and works in Prague Czech Republic. Graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague in 2012.

Embedded in my exploration of portraying illusionary objects that conceal their true essence, purpose, time, and age, I've long delved into this concept within my art. This pursuit stems from an awareness of our interaction with devices – smartphones, computers, apps, and artificial intelligence – where we navigate surfaces without comprehending their underlying functions or programming language.

In 2022, I initiated a new series of charcoal drawings, delving into the interplay of perspective and size, crafting illusory landscapes that transcend both inside and upon surfaces, leaving the viewer uncertain about dimensions.
The drawings feature scratches and deep marks akin to scars. These imperfections not only contribute to the illusionary quality but also serve as subtle cues to the object's history of use and age.
While some of the drawings provide a space for contemplation and daydreaming, drawing the viewer into a secluded universe untouched by our world, others remain sealed, offering the viewer no tangible anchor.
The illusory structure within the drawing, coupled with the fine grain of cott...

2006 - 2012 MgA. Academy of Fine Arts in Prague, Intermedia studio Prof. Milan Knížák

2024
Diametrální řez, Galerie Felixe Jeneweina, Kutná Hora

2023
Into the void, Fenster/Schule Gallery, Prague
Aukční salon umělců, Konto Bariéry, Karolinum, Prague
Umění už je nuda, Galerie HYB4, Prague
2022
Téma Mokropsy, galerie kaplička svatého Václava, Mokropsy-Černošice
2021
Ko-Laborace, Pragovka Gallery
2020
New paintings, Champagneria, Prague
2019
Richard Nestler Paintings, Prostekafe, Prague
2018
With Wings, Gallery Pragovka, Prague

2017
New addition to the collection 2011-2016, Gallery Felix Jenewein of Kutna Hora
2016
Richard Nestler, Pictures, Gallery Felix Jenewein of the city Kutna Hora
The Intermedia Studio Prof. Milan Knížák AVU, gallery of the city of Chrast
Domácí kuchařka, Gallery and Museum M. D. Rettigové, Všeradice
2015
XV Symposium of Contemporary Art, Galerie Felix Jenewein, Kutna Hora
Fluxus Box, Gallery of the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague (GAVU)
2014
Salon Kolben Daněk, Pragovka, Prague
KáKáKá, Museum Středočeského kraje, Roztoky near Prague
Pražská Revoluční Domácnost, ARTatak Gallery, Prague
2013
ICONA, Czech Center, Sofia
Milan Peric and friends, Gallery UFFO, Trutnov
Hinter den Bergen, Galerie Weltecho, Chemnitz
45, free artist grouping Pragovka, Prague
2012
Nah Dahinter, Embassy of the Czech Repub...