Although there have been remarkable developments in modern graphical software technology, I still find the immediacy of pen and ink very compelling. Subtle changes in tone and definition, that when applied cannot be undone, can alter both the mood of an illustration and the direction in which it develops. With a limited capacity to change even the tiniest stroke, you are often forced by your own actions to amend your approach. Of course, you could begin all over again? Thus, you are in direct control, but at the same time powerless to your own judgement. As an individual and spontaneous act, it can be strangely humbling.
Recent art publications
2008 - Illustrations for “Das schöne Auge des Betrachters” , a book of new German poetry by Christophe Fricker (Quartheft 07, publisher Johannes Frank, Berlin). The book was awarded the Hermann-Hesse-Förderpreis in 2009.
2008 - Illustrations for the Belletristik magazine, number 7 (publisher Johannes Frank, Berlin).