„Im Hinterhof der Gefühle“ ("Backyard of feelings") Painting

With his dynamic and reductive paintings, 1951 born painter, H. Pastor has made a name for himself in the Berlin art scene in recent decades. His work is characterized by large, expressive brushstrokes that dominate the canvas and convey a sense of movement and energy to the viewer. His motto, “the way is always in the way”, reflects his belief that true art comes from embracing the unknown and the unexpected, and not being limited by preconceived notions or plans. Therefore Pastor's work is set apart by his process of allowing the paintings to unfold, rather than planning or controlling them. He works intuitively, by using reduced colors and forms hence achieving a minimalist aesthetic that sometimes generates a sense of unease but in doing so encourages the viewer to think and reflect.