Thursday, May 19, 2011

Anselm Kiefer's expressive creations

Kiefer, a German painter, is known for creating these textured, gigantic works of art. He is influenced by poetry and symbols of Germany's troubled past.  The art he creates uses dramatic textures, often made with thick paint, earth, lead or other industrial materials.  Consider how you might use some of his ideas and techniques in your work....


See more about Kiefer at this link... http://www.saatchi-gallery.co.uk/aipe/anselm_kiefer.htm




Nuremburg, straw and oil paint on canvas