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Frances Scholz

Frances Scholz is a vibrant figure in contemporary art and cinema. Scholz's education at the Hochschule der Künste in Berlin from 1982 to 1988 laid the groundwork for a career that spans painting, video art, and filmmaking. She is known for her conceptual approach to art, often blending narrative and abstraction to explore themes of memory, perception, and the construction of reality.

One of Frances Scholz's significant contributions to the art world is her film "Amboy," co-written and produced with science fiction writer Mark von Schlegell. Premiered in 2015, "Amboy" delves into the cultural mythologies and hallucinatory fabric of Los Angeles through a series of interconnected, unscripted encounters. The film is notable for its exploration of identity and the elusive nature of artistic legacy, set against the backdrop of the Mojave Desert's ghost towns. Scholz's work in "Amboy" exemplifies her interest in the intersection of narrative and visual art, utilizing a collaborative and open form of production that features contributions from notable figures in the art and entertainment industry.

Frances Scholz's artistry extends beyond filmmaking. She has exhibited widely, with notable shows at institutions such as the Chinati Foundation, where she held an open studio and screened "Amboy" in 2016, and solo exhibitions across the United States and Germany. Her work in group shows and solo exhibitions often reflects her multifaceted approach to media, including painting, video art, and installations, which are treated with the same editorial eye as her film material.

Currently living and working in Cologne, Frances Scholz continues to influence both the art and film worlds with her innovative projects. Her extensive body of work, including video art pieces like "The Moon" and "Awakening," and her involvement in collaborative projects, underscores her role as a dynamic force in contemporary culture.

For collectors and experts in art and antiques, Frances Scholz represents a unique investment in the overlap of visual art and cinema. Her ability to navigate and blend these worlds offers a rich tapestry of works that are both intellectually stimulating and visually compelling.

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Date and place of birt:1962, Washington, D.C., USA
Nationality:Germany, USA
Period of activity: XX, XXI century
Specialization:Artist, Filmmaker, Painter
Art style:Abstract art, Contemporary art

Creators Germany

Hans Herrmann (1858 - 1942)
Hans Herrmann
1858 - 1942
Julius Scheuerer (1859 - 1913)
Julius Scheuerer
1859 - 1913
August Weber (1817 - 1873)
August Weber
1817 - 1873
Georg Dienz (1964)
Georg Dienz
1964
Julius Seyler (1873 - 1955)
Julius Seyler
1873 - 1955
Christian Albrecht Jensen (1792 - 1870)
Christian Albrecht Jensen
1792 - 1870
Benjamin Mastaglio (1982)
Benjamin Mastaglio
1982
Geraldine Frisch (1968)
Geraldine Frisch
1968
Werner Graeff (1901 - 1978)
Werner Graeff
1901 - 1978
Eduard Otto Nückel (1888 - 1955)
Eduard Otto Nückel
1888 - 1955
Thomas Bayrle (1937)
Thomas Bayrle
1937
Jakob Lehnen (1803 - 1847)
Jakob Lehnen
1803 - 1847
Maik und Dirk Löbbert ()
Maik und Dirk Löbbert
Domenico Tempesti (1652 - 1737)
Domenico Tempesti
1652 - 1737
Alexander Schonauer (1871 - 1955)
Alexander Schonauer
1871 - 1955
Edgar Freyberg (1927 - 2017)
Edgar Freyberg
1927 - 2017

Creators Abstract art

Hanna Jäger (1927 - 2014)
Hanna Jäger
1927 - 2014
Eduardo Arroyo (1937 - 2018)
Eduardo Arroyo
1937 - 2018
Leidy Churchman (1979)
Leidy Churchman
1979
Piotr Makowski (1985)
Piotr Makowski
1985
David Hardy (1967)
David Hardy
1967
Hans Robert Pippal (1915 - 1998)
Hans Robert Pippal
1915 - 1998
Jock Sturges (1947)
Jock Sturges
1947
Cornelius Völker (1965)
Cornelius Völker
1965
Jimmie Durham (1940 - 2021)
Jimmie Durham
1940 - 2021
Joseph Guay (1971)
Joseph Guay
1971
Oleg Maslov (1965)
Oleg Maslov
1965
Rodolfo Nieto (1936 - 1985)
Rodolfo Nieto
1936 - 1985
Heinrich Faltermeier (1909 - 1999)
Heinrich Faltermeier
1909 - 1999
Kun Yin (1969)
Kun Yin
1969
Juan Martinez (1942)
Juan Martinez
1942
Walter Womacka (1925 - 2010)
Walter Womacka
1925 - 2010
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