Discover the contemporary work of Helene Luise Schenk

For more than 30 years, I have been active in the art scene, continually developing my skills and techniques with the help of various artists. My work is deeply rooted in nature, with water in all its forms playing a central role. Through my art, I reflect the beauty and complexity of the natural world, capturing both the movement and reflection, as well as the hidden and the visible.

I primarily work with flowing acrylics, which I apply in multiple layers. Additionally, I incorporate cyanotype techniques, allowing me to create unique, deeply layered compositions. This combination of acrylic and cyanotype adds impressive depth and dynamism to my pieces. By playing with transparency and layering, I create works that invite viewers to discover new details again and again. The creative use of these techniques gives my art a distinctive complexity and richness.

The themes of my work are diverse, but nature and water remain at the forefront. I explore the moving and reflective qualities of water, which I view as symbols of change and reflection. Through the layering of acrylics and the integration of cyanotype, I achieve a depth that mirrors the complexity of the natural world.

A recurring motif in my work is the ethereal sphere, which serves as a connection between the human-made and nature. This sphere symbolizes the mysterious, the mystical, and the pure. The ambiguity of the sphere—whether it is made of glass, water, or air, or represents the moon—encourages reflection and interpretation.

I work with a deliberately limited color palette to create a sense of harmony, tranquility, and clarity. The colors are chosen to highlight the natural elements and their interactions. The refreshing clarity of the sea’s movement or the serene clarity of a morning landscape are central aspects of my work. Through this intentional use of color, I create pieces that are both aesthetically pleasing and deeply thoughtful.

My artworks offer an in-depth exploration of nature and its elements. My techniques and themes invite the viewer to explore the complexity and beauty of the natural world. The combination of flowing acrylics and cyanotype, along with the symbolic ethereal sphere, creates a unique visual language that encourages reflection and wonder. I live and work as a freelance artist, exhibiting my work both nationally and internationally in galleries and at art fairs. Discover the fascinating depth and richness of my art, and be inspired by the harmony and tranquility that my pieces convey.

My artistic approach is centered on exploring the intricate relationship between nature and human perception. At the core of my work lies a deep fascination with water in all its forms—its movement, reflection, and transformative power. I aim to capture the fluidity and depth of the natural world, utilizing flowing acrylics layered in multiple transparent sheets, complemented by the cyanotype technique. This combination allows me to create a sense of depth and dynamism, inviting viewers to engage with the artwork on multiple levels.

A key element of my approach is the balance between the visible and the hidden. I seek to create compositions that reveal their complexity over time, where viewers can continuously discover new aspects as they interact with the piece. This interplay of transparency and layering not only reflects the physical properties of water but also symbolizes the layers of meaning and interpretation that can be found in nature and life itself.

In my work, I often incorporate an ethereal sphere—a symbol that bridges the human-made with the natural. This sphere represents the mysterious, the mystical, and the pure, encouraging a deeper contemplation of the world around us. My limited color palette is carefully chosen to evoke feelings of harmony, tranquility, and clarity, enhancing the overall impact of the artwork.

Through my art, I strive to evoke a sense of wonder and reflection in the viewer, encouraging a deeper connection with the natural world and a greater awareness of the beauty and complexity that surrounds us.