Let the colours speak … this is the philosophy exuding itself through the artworks of Nicola Berner Dzwonkowsky.Nicola, born in Essen, Germany, in 1966 has increasingly focused on the complex and often ethereal theme of Mediterranean horizons as the starting point for her paintings: the communication of mood, vast expanses and atmosphere.
From their earliest beginnings, her works have shown a powerful means of communication. This is promoted through the use of her unconventional technique - whether through the application of the oils with cotton-balls, sponges, rollers or brushes. In concert with this she blends pure pigment so the paintings realise their own unique character and structure.
Oil paint, as a malleable, living paint medium is not only the basis of her seascapes, but also for her architectural compositions: "Abstract sections with tremendous depth, monochrome surfaces and complementary colour contrasts."
The artist is inspired through her love of the Meditarranean, the region of Costa Daurada, Barcelona's Golden Coast, as well as her many travels through the Provence.
    (Melanie Haape)