My topic: Communication
In my series of work titled communication I want to display how our society has changed with the introduction of smartphones. Human communication usually takes place visually — and the fear of boredom and loneliness makes us addicted to likes and smileys, always in contact, and yet alone and lonely. Despite having a critical view, we love the advantages of whatsapp & co. and can't imagine returning to a world of posted letters.
Current topics are the source of inspiration for my stories: to develop a critical eye for the many aspects of our fast life, for the oversupply of information to which we are exposed, for media's distorted picture of reality or the permanent observation and control that has become part of daily life in our society.
My painting is almost always representational, thereby both content and message are very important to me. I generally attempt to communicate my dreams, thoughts and aspirations, but daily life also inspires the stories in my pictures. Human beings always play the main role: it is important to me to catch the moment, the feelings, the passion and vulnerability and show the search for more depth and weight behind a supposed façade.
