Warum machst du Kunst?
Painting helps me share how a place feels, beyond just what it looks like. I’m drawn to fleeting light, changing weather, and the atmosphere of a moment. Watercolour gives me a beautiful way to express those things.

Wie lange malen Sie schon?
I’ve been painting for 9 years.

Haben Sie eine formale künstlerische Ausbildung genossen?
No, I’m self-taught. I’ve developed my practice through years of painting, experimenting, studying other artists, and teaching.

Sind Sie ein professioneller Künstler oder ein Hobbykünstler?
I’m a working artist. I paint, teach, and organize workshops and painting retreats.

Wer und/oder was dient Ihnen als Inspiration?
Travel and nature inspire me most, especially the sea, dramatic skies, and places with a strong sense of history. I’m interested in how light and weather can transform a familiar scene.

Welche Musik hörst du beim Malen?
You’ll probably be surprised, but mostly alternative and black metal. At the same time, I have a large vinyl collection of The Rolling Stones, Joy Division, The Cure, and similar bands.

Hattest du einen Mentor?
I haven’t had one formal mentor. I’ve learned from many artists whose work I admire, as well as from the conversations and experiences that come with teaching and painting alongside others. But the artists who have probably influenced me the most are Joseph Zbukvic, Eudes Correia, Andy Evansen, Julia Barminova, and Nicolas Lopez.

Malst du jeden Tag?
I’m involved with art every day, although running a studio and teaching mean I don’t always get to paint a finished piece each day.

Malst du ein Bild nach dem anderen oder arbeitest du an mehreren gleichzeitig?
Typically one in 30-40 minutes

Erstellen Sie zuerst ein Konzept?
Usually, I begin with a photo and idea for the light and atmosphere I want to capture. I leave room for the painting to develop as the watercolour moves on the paper.

Malen Sie lieber im Atelier oder im Freien?
I love both. Plein air painting lets me respond directly to a place, while the studio gives me more time to develop an idea.

Wie viele Kernfarben verwenden Sie?
I usually work from a palette of around 5-6 core colours, then add a few colours depending on the subject and mood.

Tuben, Pfannen oder Stäbe?
Mostly tubes. I enjoy preparing my own palette and having enough paint ready for generous washes.

Verwenden Sie Maskierungsflüssigkeit?
Never

Woran erkennen Sie, dass Ihr Werk fertig ist?
When I’m thinking “I probably need to stop” For me better less than more