Materialism combines painting with elements from my fashion design practice. Metal components were embedded into the wet acrylic paint, becoming part of the composition. As the paint dried, natural cracks formed, creating an additional layer of texture and interaction between the materials.

Despite its title, Materialism is not about consumerism or excess. Instead, it focuses on the value of essential objects and the role they play in the creative process. The work incorporates pins, safety pins, and snap fasteners—small components that are often overlooked but are fundamental tools in garment construction. By bringing these everyday materials into the artwork, the piece highlights their function, presence, and importance.

Executed in acrylic on canvas and measuring 80 × 100 cm, the piece draws attention to the details that often remain unseen, reminding us that even the smallest elements can have a significant impact.

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diptych

this artwork references my old student apartment in mannheim wich featured a raw concrete wall through the whole room and holds deep meaning for me.

My concrete wall strengthened the love for brutalism I began to develop at that time and shaped an unforgettable period of my life, full of chaos and emotional turmoil. It gave me a sense of home that I had rarely experienced in life and was like my rock in the storm.

140cm x 100cm (each 70cm x 100cm)