Two Girls in a Garden

Two young women, their faces obscured, stand amidst a riot of green in this vibrant garden scene. The figures are rendered with an intentional angularity, their forms almost merging with the surrounding foliage, a style that reflects a deliberate break from traditional academic painting. This intuitive approach, characterized by rough outlines and bold color, draws on non-Western influences, particularly African sculpture, which the artist studied in Dresden. The painting’s raw energy and focus on nature speak to a desire to reconnect with the natural world, a common theme for artists seeking an antidote to the complexities of modern urban life. Even after moving to Berlin, the artist continued to find inspiration in such settings, presenting a vision of humanity deeply intertwined with its environment.