In the world of abstract art, there is hardly a material that is as fascinating and challenging at the same time as bitumen. It is a kind of magical elixir that only unfolds its effect when you fully embrace its peculiarities and relinquish control.
Bitumen has its roots deep in the history of painting, where it has been used as a protective coating and binder for centuries. But in abstract art, it serves as a tool that creates its very own aesthetic. It can hardly be controlled, it melts and constantly changes its form and color – but that’s exactly what makes it so interesting for me as an artist who embarks on the adventure of abstract art.