The picture shows the Krämerbrücke in Erfurt at Christmas time - taken in black and white to emphasise the structure and atmosphere of the place. The narrow, cobbled street is lined with historic buildings, above which festive fairy lights are strung. Some passers-by are recognisable as blurred silhouettes, lending the image a subtle dynamism.
The Krämerbrücke is a central landmark of Erfurt and one of the few fully built bridges in Europe. Its history dates back to the Middle Ages and it is still a lively place with small shops and flats.
My inspiration for this picture was the special atmosphere of the pre-Christmas period in the old town - not loud or cluttered, but calm and atmospheric. The decision to use black and white was a conscious one: it reduces the motif to light, form and movement and thus creates a timeless visual language.
The atmosphere is restrained and contemplative. The picture invites you to pause and discover the details of the scene - a moment between past and present.
In an interior, this work acts as a calm, stylish accent. It combines local identity with graphic clarity and is particularly suitable for rooms that are looking for a combination of tradition and modern aesthetics.
I'm generally not the type of person who has a lot to say about herself. Not even about my work in graphics and illustrations. It should be obvious, that I don't like to stand still in terms of style and content, but want to explore everything. If you.. Read more…
Netherlands
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Germany
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
Netherlands
Germany
Netherlands
Germany
Germany
Germany