Michael Kettner

Hello! I’m Michi, 38 years old and a soul who feels at home between deep forests and volcanic coasts.

My journey: From pixels to pigments Born in 1988 in the mystical Harz Mountains, my path led me to Halle an der Saale, where I studied multimedia design. For over eight years, I worked as a graphic designer and learned to give form to visions. But while I used to move pixels around on a screen, today I enjoy applying the pure colour of pastel chalk directly to paper with my hands. For me, this tactile experience is the perfect balance to the digital world.

2023: A new beginning under the sun In 2023, I took the plunge and emigrated to Tenerife. The island offers me exactly the light that makes my pastel paintings shine. Here I find the contrasts that characterise my art – from the rugged power of the volcanic mountains to the endless blue of the Atlantic Ocean.

Values & passions My art is closely linked to my lifestyle. When I’m not in my studio, you’ll find me:

Hiking: This is where I gather inspiration for my landscapes and breathe in nature.
Weight training: Discipline and focus in training give me the energy for my creative processes.
In harmony with my values: As a committed vegan, respect for life and nature is close ...

Bachelor & Master of Arts

La casa de juventud
From 06. – 28. August 2026, from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm, you can view my exhibition ‘Landscapes of the Canary Islands’ at the Casa de la Juventud, C. Pérez Zamora, 38, in Puerto de la Cruz. There are more than 40 pastel paintings in various sizes. The Atlantic Ocean, waterfalls, sunsets, volcanoes and much more. You mustn’t miss these.