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Someone That Turns Your Heart Around<\/h1>\n

2023 \u2013 “Alchemy of Life” series (to the series)<\/a>
150 x 300 x 1.5 cm
Acrylic on canvas<\/p>\n

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This painting is not just a large-format object. It is a transition. It shows what becomes possible when we shed our fear like a skin that has become too tight and find the courage to encounter ourselves anew. <\/p>\n

In Someone That Turns Your Heart Around<\/em>, life glows in powerful red, supported by deep ultramarine and interwoven with bright pastel yellow that casts light on inner shadows. It is the feeling of lightness after the trembling. The wonder at your own courage. The moment you fall in love \u2013 not with someone, but with who you yourself have become. <\/p>\n

Growth begins where I surprise myself.<\/h3>\n

Stepping out of your comfort zone is a step into freedom \u2013 this work shows that in all its vibrant facets. It was created over the course of four weeks, directly in the shop window of the Modern Art Gallery in Karlsruhe. A stage I had never wished for. The idea came from gallery owner Marie-Louise Seidel \u2013 and at first, it seemed unbearable to me. Too public. Too much opinion, too little protection. <\/p>\n

But at the beginning of 2023, I took on the challenge. Not because I wasn’t afraid anymore, but because I felt: I am allowed to grow into this. I am allowed to find out who I am when I don’t hide. I worked on ladders, created distance, sought perspective. Music on my headphones helped me stay with myself. Again and again, Arthur’s Theme accompanied me \u2013 especially the line “Someone that turns your heart around.” It became a symbol for this experience: between proximity and distance, inner world and outer gaze, floating and grounding. <\/p>\n

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The painting is a reminder of the power of setting out. And that beyond fear, a new version of ourselves often reveals itself. <\/p>\n

About the visual language<\/h3>\n

The generous visual language with gestural brushstrokes gives the work an immediate vitality. In the center, petals or butterfly wings unfold \u2013 gentle, fluttering, as if they were just beginning to take flight. They rest like a quiet breath over the multi-layered, colorful background \u2013 and bring everything into balance. <\/p>\n

This moving stillness makes the work appear light and vibrating at the same time. A field of tension between energy and serenity is created \u2013 like a conscious pause in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. For the viewer, this means: a clear focus in a permanently changing world. <\/p>\n

A cool pastel yellow spreads out like the wings of a brimstone butterfly \u2013 delicate, almost weightless. In between, rich red tones and glowing ultramarine \u2013 like the eye pattern of a peacock butterfly \u2013 confidently take center stage. It is a dialogue between lightness and depth, between uncertainty and hope, courage and fear. <\/p>\n

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The process began long before the first brushstroke. The idea developed from a small A5 drawing. Then practical steps followed: a large frame, a temporary studio in the middle of the gallery. All of this created the space in which the painting could come to life. <\/p>\n

For four weeks, I worked in an open environment instead of my quiet studio. This required structure and new routines \u2013 and I found them. A rhythm emerged that allowed for focus and presence. The result reflects this clarity and self-assurance. <\/p>\n

There were voices from the outside \u2013 “The orange is better,” “I prefer light green.” Many gave me their opinion on colors and shapes. These voices were loud \u2013 and that is exactly why it was important to stay with myself and trust my own decision. And encounters that inspired. One of them: the musician Rainer Markus Wimmer<\/a>, whose sounds became part of the painting. <\/p>\n

Someone That Turns Your Heart Around<\/em> is for people who feel that a new chapter is ahead. It serves as a reminder: change is not an exceptional state, but part of life \u2013 and that we are allowed to fall in love with ourselves over and over again. <\/p>\n

For me, it was an expression of self-conquest: not adaptation, but brave decisions. The first step may seem difficult, but it can be gentle and powerful at the same time. Change starts with you. <\/strong><\/p>\n

The painting is ideal for high rooms, maisonettes, and open floor plans.<\/p>\n

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Someone That Turns Your Heart Around<\/strong><\/p>\n

150 x 300 cm
Acrylic on canvas
2023<\/p>\n

4,500.00 Euro (plus 7% VAT)<\/p>\n

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Bitte kontaktiere mich per E-Mail \u00fcber den “Bild anfragen”-Button. Ich gebe dir gerne mehr Informationen \u00fcber das Werk und seine Entstehung.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Kunst ist mehr als ein dekoratives Bild an der Wand.<\/h5>\n

Kunst ist ein Luxus, den du dir g\u00f6nnen darfst.
Kunst ist individuell und das Gegenteil von Massenprodukten und schnelllebiger Mode.
Ein Kunstwerk begleitet dich (und teilweise Generationen) und wird zum Bestandteil deines Lebens und aller Geschichten in ihm.<\/p>\n

Meine Bilder sind Ressourcen, in denen man sich selbst erkennen kann.
Sie sind meine pers\u00f6nliche Auseinandersetzung mit den Herausforderungen und Sch\u00f6nheiten des Lebens.<\/p>\n

Ich lade dich ein, in den Tiefen der Schichten und der Vielfalt der Farben deine eigene Ressource zu finden \u2013 zur St\u00e4rkung, Fokussierung oder Ruhe in deinem eigenen Leben. Und deinem Zuhause mit meiner Kunst einen ganz pers\u00f6nlichen Touch zu geben und deine eigene Geschichte in ihr zu erz\u00e4hlen.<\/p>\n

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Are you interested in the painting?<\/h5>\n

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How the purchase works<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Your artwork in three steps<\/h5>\n

1. Non-binding inquiry<\/strong>
Simply click on “Make an inquiry” to let me know you’re interested \u2013 with no obligation at all. This way, I’ll know which work touched you, and we can start a conversation. <\/p>\n

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2. Personal consultation (with optional hanging service)<\/strong>
Together we’ll discuss your questions about size, impact, and spatial effect \u2013 and if you like, I can create a free digital preview of the painting in your room (hanging service). All you need is a photo of your wall. <\/p>\n

3. Secure processing<\/strong>
After your confirmation, the work will be professionally packed and shipped free of charge (within Germany). In a sturdy wooden crate, well-protected and insured. You will receive tracking information \u2013 and can look forward to your new artwork with peace of mind. <\/p>\n

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Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n

How will the artwork get to me?<\/strong>
You can pick up your chosen work in person at my studio in Karlsruhe. Alternatively, I can send it to you professionally and securely packed (free of charge within Germany for purchase prices over 1,000 EUR). For larger or international shipments, I’m happy to provide exact prices upon request. <\/p>\n

What happens if the artwork arrives damaged?<\/strong>
I pack every work carefully in a sturdy wooden crate. Should something arrive damaged nonetheless, I offer an immediate replacement or refund \u2013 straightforward and personal. <\/p>\n

Can I return the work if I don’t like it?<\/strong>
Yes. You can return the work within 14 days if it doesn’t meet your expectations. I understand that art is very personal. However, I ask that you cover the shipping and return costs. <\/p>\n

How long does shipping take?<\/strong>
Within Germany, delivery time is approx. 5\u20138 business days. You will receive a tracking number so you can follow your artwork until it arrives. <\/p>\n

Do you have further questions? Then feel free to contact me. <\/p>\n

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