8 Artists to keep an eye on in Berlin *-*

June 18, 2023
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SISSY MARINO
Álvaro Tavares Guilherme 2023, Courtesy of the artist.
Álvaro Tavares Guilherme 2023, Courtesy of the artist.

Hey there! Whoa, you're early! I've been pulling all-nighters lately, trying to catch up with the mind-blowing art scene in this city. O_o

Alrighty then, let's dive right in!

Dear magnificent readers, today we bring you a wild tale of our epic escapades through the ever-changing world of Berlin's art scene.

Once upon a time, our beloved Berlin transformed into a magical place where a zillion artistic stories intertwined. It became a breeding ground for creative souls to nurture their inspiration, redefine their perspectives, and shake up the norms like never before.

It was like, whoa!

As a tenacious seeker of creative treasures, equipped with my camera lens and a cup of liquid sunshine, I embarked on a mission to uncover the most mind-bending and awe-inspiring artists. Little did I know, this journey would send me spiraling into a crazy vortex of awesomeness! *___*

But hey, enough with the dilly-dallying!

I'm about to introduce you to a bunch of super rad artists who've got us all hyped up and left our hearts pounding with excitement. So, get ready to feast your eyes on our curated selection of 8 incredible artists that will make you go, "Whoa, I gotta keep an eye on these folks!"

Silvestre Preciado 2023, courtesy of the artist.
Silvestre Preciado 2023, courtesy of the artist.

SILVESTRE PRECIADO - EXPLORATION OF CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES

Silvestre Preciado, an Ecuadorian-born Colombian-American artist extraordinaire, has been casting enchanting spells with her mesmerizing oil and extracted pigment paintings. This creative powerhouse, born in the year 1989, has found her artistic haven in Berlin.
When you feast your eyes upon Preciado's art, be prepared to be transported into a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors and intricate surface textures. It's like diving headfirst into a whirlpool of thought-provoking concepts. She fearlessly delves into themes such as the futile human desire to control nature, the impact of Western individualism, and the dance of identity formation. It's like she's revealing the secret codes of human connection and understanding.
Silvestre has exhibited her works on both national and international stages: most recently, in April 2023, her solo exhibition titled "Work to Static"  took place in New York.

Maxim Brandt, courtesy of the artist.
Maxim Brandt, courtesy of the artist.

MAXIM BRANDT -ABSURD AND POETIC REALITY

Originating from the city of Kertsch, Ukraine, Maxim found solace in the vibrant embrace of Berlin since 2015, nurturing his craft amidst the city's creative energy. Within the mystical depths of Maxim Brandt's creations, an absurd yet poetic reality materializes, exuding an ethereal ambiance that captivates the senses. Everyday subjects undergo a deconstruction, only to be meticulously reassembled, forging new connections and evoking an inherent, yet enigmatic, meaning. These juxtaposed elements often defy comprehension, inducing a dance of incomprehensible and irrational beauty. The outcome of Maxim's artistry unfurls in the form of ambiguous dreamscapes, where self-contained logic intertwines with absurdity, culminating in images that hold a captivating, enigmatic allure. Throughout the act of creation, colors and lighting conditions ebb and flow, while new symbolic props emerge or the composition undergoes reduction. This perpetual reconfiguration breathes an absolute poetry into the arrangement of elements, manifested through its incoherence, acausality, and discontinuity.

Maja Rohwetter 2022, "Contingencies" - AR experience. Courtesy of the artist.
Maja Rohwetter 2022, "Contingencies" - AR experience. Courtesy of the artist.

MAJA ROHWETTER - TENSION BETWEEN REALITY AND VIRTUALITY

Maja Rohwetter's artistic expression takes shape through a crossmedial approach, employing painting fragments, 3D renderings, reproductions, vector graphics, and spontaneous brush gestures, coalescing into a mesmerizing "collage-like visual language" .
Within her artistic exploration, Maja delves into profound questions that echo through her work.
Is a brushstroke a free gesture or does it represent something?
What space is there in a painted surface?  
What does it look like inside an object?
What is the relationship between body and surface?
Central to Maja's artistic discourse is the tension between reality and virtuality, a theme she has recently delved into with great depth. Her exploration of this intriguing realm has been supported by a project grant from the German Federal Ministry of Culture and Media and a residency at bpart Berlin, further fueling her creative fire. Her AR- experience „contingencies“ reached international acclaim and was shown in several contexts, such as the group show entre les Mondes and Lisbon, 2022 and ImagiNature art Festival Maldives 2023.
Through her multi-faceted artistic approach, Maja Rohwetter invites us to ponder the enigmatic thresholds between the tangible and the intangible, the real and the virtual, unveiling a captivating visual landscape that challenges our perceptions and provokes introspection.

"Unfolded Perceptions", Markus Butkereit
"Unfolded Perceptions", Markus Butkereit

MARKUS BUTKEREIT - FINESSE THAT CAN END IN CHAOS

Markus Butkereit is an artist known for his wide-ranging works that center around large-scale multimedia installations and thought-provoking actions that intersect art and society. His main focus lies in exploring system-theoretical questions, diving into the structures, dynamics, and causal chains that shape our world. Butkereit is recognized for his meticulous attention to detail, demonstrating precise finesse that can sometimes verge on chaos. Through his installations, he facilitates accessible discussions among people, drawing inspiration from fundamental principles in quantum physics, physics, society, and spiritualism. His installations are built on a foundation of absolute and objective reality. Informed and knowledgeable, Butkereit poses profound questions about knowledge and speculation, chance and determinism, and the interplay between order and chaos. His work invites viewers to contemplate these concepts and challenges conventional thinking. Butkereit's artistry pushes boundaries and offers a fresh perspective on the complexities of our world.

Sophia Novosel 2023, courtesy of the artist.
Sophia Novosel 2023, courtesy of the artist.

SOPHIA NOVOSEL - WONDERFUL UTOPIAS

Vienna-born artist who has been residing and creating in Berlin since 2019. With an enchanting aura reminiscent of fairy vibes, Sophia's art revolves around the theme of "life as a woman" weaving ethereal tales that resonate deep within the soul.
Her creations serve as portals to personal experiences, as well as the stories of the women who surround her. Through her artistry, she endeavors to empower women, embracing their multifaceted femininity, nurturing courage, and unleashing their innate uniqueness.
Sophia's artistry is a testament to the unwavering dedication to address the challenges faced by women. She fearlessly confronts situations that strip away their pride, jeopardize their safety, or impose a false sense of shame upon their natural human bodies, defying the antiquated notions of a rigid society. With a touch of fairy dust, she skillfully transmutes these adversities into “Wonderful Utopias”, envisioning a world that exudes sensitivity, celebrates feminine strength, and cherishes diversity.
Her captivating works are enchanting whispers that call upon us to embrace our true selves, find solace in our vulnerability, and dance freely amidst the beauty of our shared humanity.

William Grob 2023, courtesy of the artist.
William Grob 2023, courtesy of the artist.

WILLIAM GROB - ART AS MOTHER TONGUE

A British-Swiss artist born in the year of 1992, currently finds his artistic sanctuary in Berlin. An artist before he could weave words, Grob's path was shaped by a speech disorder that held his voice until the age of seven. Art became his sanctuary, his sacred tongue, allowing vibrant colors and forms to give voice to his joys and frustrations. Now, his art flows from that deep, subconscious well, resonating with anyone who encounters his creations. Drawing from his own past, with his figurative paintings, Grob delves into the intricate labyrinth of communication. Like an enchanting spell, his brushstrokes give life to the physicality of his subjects, speaking a language untethered from words. Through his remarkable series, "Lost Millennials," Grob seeks to unravel the social intricacies of both past and present generations. However, the series transcends generational boundaries, illuminating society's unsteady relationship with technology.  In his captivating works Grob unveils a world free from the chains of technology, where rare moments of solitude and enchantment come to life.  Within these enchanting canvases, an environment emerges, inviting the subject to reflect upon the hollowness that arises from the abundance of digital information. Bound neither by traditional conventions nor the confines of formal painting education, Grob embarks on his creative journey armed with intuition, curiosity, and the courage to delve into the depths of self-exploration. His paintings serve as a gateway to our own subconscious, beckoning us to explore fresh perspectives and ponder the complexities that intertwine with our daily lives.

Alexander Denkert, courtesy of the artist.
Alexander Denkert, courtesy of the artist.

ALEXANDER DENKERT - CREATIVE DECONSTRUCTION

“I don't tell stories, I don't do landscape formats. I know I have more than a thousand things to tell about my work. I've had countless conversations with all kinds of people, going in all kinds of directions. But each of my attempts to summarize my work forces me to make awkward compromises that I don't want to make.”

Alexander Denkert's creations explode with recurring bursts of vivid color, applied with a boldness that demands attention. Thick brushstrokes dominate the scene, creating an impression of dynamic energy that leaps off the canvas. Whether it's the mesmerizing verticals or the daring diagonals, Denkert's perspectives spin an illusion that leaves viewers as if caught in a whirlwind. His creativity springs forth from the every day: layer upon layer of visual narratives collide, forming a new abstract story that invites interpretation.

Álvaro Tavares Guilherme 2023, Courtesy of the artist.
Álvaro Tavares Guilherme 2023, Courtesy of the artist.

ÁLVARO TAVARES GUILHERME - RAW AND VIVID GESTURE

Álvaro's artistic language evolved into a mesmerizing blend of neo-abstract and figurative brut derive styles. His works pulsate with raw and vivid gestures, unleashing a whirlwind of movement and colors that leave an indelible impression. Growing up in an immigrant family, Álvaro navigated unique social challenges, and through his art, he found wisdom and a powerful means of communication. His creations serve as a reflection of his surroundings and capture the essence of the contemporary world. Picture this: large-scale canvases adorned with mythical figures, seamlessly entwined with the mundane moments of everyday life. Álvaro effortlessly blends the extraordinary with the ordinary, inviting us to contemplate the intersections of myth and reality.