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Michael Schoenholtz was a German sculptor.
Schoenholtz worked mainly as a stone sculptor, executing his works in a simple, reduced formal language after large-format charcoal preliminary drawings. His best-known works include sculptures in the crypt of the Frauenkirche in Dresden (1999-2005), which he designed. Sculptures by Michael Schoenholtz can be seen in public spaces in Heilbronn, Nordhorn, Soest and above all in Berlin. In 1966 he took part in the first sculpture symposium in Hořice in the Czech Republic.
Victor Bonato, formerly Vittorio Bonato, was a German artist.
Michael Schoenholtz was a German sculptor.
Schoenholtz worked mainly as a stone sculptor, executing his works in a simple, reduced formal language after large-format charcoal preliminary drawings. His best-known works include sculptures in the crypt of the Frauenkirche in Dresden (1999-2005), which he designed. Sculptures by Michael Schoenholtz can be seen in public spaces in Heilbronn, Nordhorn, Soest and above all in Berlin. In 1966 he took part in the first sculpture symposium in Hořice in the Czech Republic.
Mary Hildegard Ruth Bauermeister was a German artist who worked in sculpture, drawing, installation, performance, and music. Influenced by Fluxus artists and Nouveau Réalisme, her work addresses esoteric issues of how information is transferable through society. Beginning in the 1970s, her work concentrated on the themes surrounding New Age spirituality, specifically geomancy, the divine interpretation of lines on the ground.
Lothar Fischer was a renowned German sculptor, professor at the University of the Arts in Berlin from 1975 to 1997.
Martin Noel is a contemporary German painter and graphic artist.
Otto Piene was a German-American artist specializing in kinetic and technology-based art, often working collaboratively.
Franziskus Wendels is a German artist celebrated for his unique approach to light and installation art. Wendels' work is distinguished by its exploration of light, transforming everyday objects into mesmerizing installations that play with perceptions of space and reality. His installations often involve a dynamic interplay between light and darkness, where mundane objects come to life under glow-in-the-dark paint, creating illusions of illuminated cities, deep spaces, or intricate chandeliers.
Wendels has received numerous awards and scholarships throughout his career, highlighting his significant contributions to contemporary art. His accolades include the Kaiser-Lothar-Preis in 2014 and various scholarships that have supported his artistic endeavors in locations such as Villa Romana in Florence and Schloss Wiepersdorf. His work has not only been recognized in Germany but has also gained international attention.
His art is part of several public collections, demonstrating the wide recognition and appreciation of his work. Museums like Museum Ludwig in Koblenz, Landesmuseum Mainz, and Ulster Museum in Belfast house his creations, making them accessible to a broader audience interested in contemporary art and installation works.
Wendels' approach to art, particularly his use of light as a medium, challenges viewers' perceptions and invites them to experience the transformative power of light and shadow. His installations, such as those highlighted in exhibitions like "Switch," showcase his ability to create atmospheric, illuminated scenes that extend into the third dimension, turning the ordinary into the extraordinary.
For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Franziskus Wendels' works offer a unique blend of innovation, creativity, and technical skill. His installations and paintings not only captivate the viewers but also engage them in a visual dialogue about the nature of perception and the interplay between light and darkness.
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