Lea Finke

My art is the result of a long, deep search, a journey towards myself. It reflects both individual and universal experiences. Nature is a big source of inspiration for me. My painting tells of fragility and vulnerability. It is my way of translating my experiences and feelings – in shapes, colours, gestures and shades. The focus is on people and nature – and their relationship to each other. Layer by layer, I combine the abstract with the familiar, the figurative with the imaginary. My paintings convey a feeling that is difficult to grasp, yet familiar.

The passion for art – my communication and expression – has accompanied me all my life. My approach to art is mainly self-taught. From the beginning, I have used every opportunity to practice my drawing “craft” and to develop my understanding of art based on great paintings, for example, in museums, exhibitions, reviews, and books. This process is alive and still going on.