Her paintings frequently depict domestic interiors, still lifes, and architectural spaces, rendered with such precision that they invite viewers to question the reality of what they see.
« Art is a lie in a certain sense and that is why it can tell the truth to the reality of everyday life without competing with it. The reality of painting is one reality, the reality of everyday life is another. »
Karin Kneffel
Reflections, distortions, and transparent surfaces are recurring motifs in her work, adding complexity and depth to the seemingly ordinary scenes. Kneffel's art challenges the viewer's perception and encourages a deeper contemplation of how reality is constructed. Her works have been exhibited internationally, and she is recognized as one of the lead
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Her paintings frequently depict domestic interiors, still lifes, and architectural spaces, rendered with such precision that they invite viewers to question the reality of what they see.
« Art is a lie in a certain sense and that is why it can tell the truth to the reality of everyday life without competing with it. The reality of painting is one reality, the reality of everyday life is another. »
Karin Kneffel
Reflections, distortions, and transparent surfaces are recurring motifs in her work, adding complexity and depth to the seemingly ordinary scenes. Kneffel's art challenges the viewer's perception and encourages a deeper contemplation of how reality is constructed. Her works have been exhibited internationally, and she is recognized as one of the leading figures in contemporary figurative painting. (
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