Lukas Leibe 'The Dancer' Print Available

Artist: Lukas Leibe
Title: The Dancer
Medium: Giclee Print
Size: (A1) 59.4 x 84 cm
Edition: 15
Price: €165

*this print is available in three different sizes

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Lukas Leibe is a multifaceted creator from Germany who has gained recognition for his unique approach to visual storytelling. Born in Munich, he has successfully balanced a career as a professional actor with a deep commitment to the fine arts. He often describes himself as an actor by profession and an artist by obsession, a duality that informs the emotional depth found in his paintings. Based in Berlin, he has developed a signature style known as Textured Realism, which focuses on creating intricate, tactile surfaces that reflect the complexities of the natural world.

His creative process is deeply intuitive, often beginning with the construction of rich backgrounds using paste, glazes, and translucent pigments. These layers are built up to mimic the earth's crust, featuring intentional cracks and fractures that suggest a sense of history and vulnerability. This technique is particularly evident in his series titled Traces of Existence, where he depicts solitary, endangered animals against minimalist, weathered landscapes. By placing subjects like polar bears or penguins within these fractured environments, he highlights the fragility of wildlife and the impact of habitat loss. His work aims to capture quiet moments of transition and the stillness of change, inviting viewers to find meaning in the layers beneath the surface. Beyond his studio practice, his background in theater and television, including prominent roles in European productions, allows him to bring a narrative sensibility to his canvas, treating each piece as a "tiny world" that flirts with reality.