CLAUDIA GRUTKE
In colours of the Pacific Ocean, as horizons disappear behind layers of fog, when sky and sea coalesce in winter rain, my subjects reveal themselves to me.
My abstract acrylic paintings explore aspects of nature.
Images evolve as an emotional reflection of my subject.
The process of painting is immediate and tactile.
I build structures and deconstruct layers of paint in a dynamic process.
Bold texture and flowing paint coexist in my art.
Created in a spontaneous and intuitive process, my work challenges to look past the obvious.
STUDIO
Interested people can contact me and view more of my work.
A part of me always wanted to be an artist, but I was sensible and chose a very grounded profession. Much to my surprise, I stayed in healthcare for more than 20 years. It took an earthquake with all its consequences to initiate change.
About time.
And so, six years ago, I took my paintbrush and my spatula and started painting.
In my art, I am self-taught.
My paintings are largely unplanned. Images evolve as emotional reflections of my subject. Painting for me is about the process. You will find recurring themes in my paintings:
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Beach, sea, and harbour in semi-abstract seascapes.
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Memories of life in a big city with a busy port.
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Abstract city views.
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A series of daydreams is continuously evolving where I explore intuitive spontaneous gestural movements.
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Dreamy abstracts.
Acrylics allow me to be spontaneous, as there is an immediate directness about them. When I stretch the limits of the paints, they surprise me.

“Remember the cold nights” by Claudia Grutke, acrylic on canvas, 2016, 76 cm x 51 cm

“Elbe Sommer” by Claudia Grutke, acrylic on canvas, 2016, 100 cm x 75 cm

“Horizon and yellow” by Claudia Grutke, acrylic on canvas, 2016, 61 cm x 61 cm (sold, US)

“Island summer” by Claudia Grutke, acrylic on canvas, 2016, 120 cm x 120 cm

© Claudia Grutke

© Claudia Grutke

© Claudia Grutke

Claudia Grutke
