Statement

"In my abstract paintings, I explore the fragile equilibrium between structure and surrender. Each work emerges through layering — of material, of intuition, of time. Surfaces are not filled, but negotiated.

I approach the canvas not as a field to control, but as a space to listen to. Silence is as much a tool as color. Texture is not embellishment — it is language. Each mark is both residue and impulse, a trace of thought in motion. My abstractions invite ambiguity. They offer no narrative, no center, no certainty — and in that refusal, they open room for presence. I believe that in a saturated world, abstraction can restore depth. Not by depicting reality, but by disarming it.

These works do not aim to be understood.

They aim to be felt."

 

"In meinen abstrakten Gemälden erforsche ich das fragile Gleichgewicht zwischen Struktur und Hingabe. Jedes Werk entsteht durch Schichtung – von Material, Intuition, Zeit. Oberflächen werden nicht gefüllt, sondern bearbeitet. Ich betrachte die Leinwand nicht als ein zu kontrollierendes Feld, sondern als einen Raum zum Zuhören. Stille ist ebenso ein Werkzeug wie Farbe. Textur ist keine Verschönerung – sie ist Sprache. Jeder Strich ist zugleich Residuum und Impuls, eine Spur bewegten Denkens. Meine Abstraktionen laden zur Mehrdeutigkeit ein. Sie bieten keine Erzählung, kein Zentrum, keine Gewissheit – und in dieser Verweigerung eröffnen sie Raum für Präsenz. Ich glaube, dass Abstraktion in einer überladenen Welt Tiefe zurückgeben kann. Nicht indem sie die Realität abbildet, sondern indem sie sie entschärft.

Diese Werke wollen nicht verstanden werden.

Sie wollen gefühlt werden."

 

Anselm Homey

Profile

Anselm Homey`s works show abstract structures of nature and urban
environments, inviting us to follow him into a subconscious world full of mystical
places that might evoke overwhelming impressions and emotions.
He is a self-taught artist who - inspired by great artists such as Gerhard Richter
and Claude Monet – has chosen abstract painting as a form of expression for
himself, his needs, longings, and his view of the world as we perhaps also see it
or a world that we do not really perceive but feel deeply.
His abstract works on spacious canvas, wood and paper are not only a way of
expressing his creativity and passion as an interior designer, but they also
reflect his perception of experiences and thoughts. Through them he tries to
look behind the often colorful and sensory-flooded surfaces of life.
So, what characterises Anselm Homey`s paintings? A recurring motif is water
reflections or axes of reflections, which divide the works not only horizontally,
but often also vertically into the visible and the subconscious worlds. The
abstract axis of reflection of the water allows the viewer a deeper insight into
his/her subconscious and encourages to reflect on his/her own needs and
desires.
The technique often chosen by Anselm Homey is a combination of oil and
acrylic painting. In a fascinating way, the viewer can guess how the colours and
shapes are built up and how the many layers with brush, spatula and squeegee
create the stunning reflection effects. The artwork shows simplicity and
complexity at the same time.
The one-line drawings, on the other hand, show a more playful side. Anselm
Homey here uses as a surface handmade paper and black ink to draw with a
single line fine little works of art – without the pen ever leaving the paper. The
resulting outline drawing is then coloured with watercolour pencil, which gives it
often a dreamy and romantic touch.
Anselm Homey`s works can be found internationally in private collections, e.g.,
in Germany, Spain, Italy, Croatia, Mexico and the USA. Numerous and regular
solo and group exhibitions in museums, public buildings, privately organised
exhibitions and galleries have been part of the artist`s permanent repertoire for
many years.
The artist lives and works in Braunschweig/Wolfsburg in Germany and
occasionally in Barcelona, Spain.

Exhibitions

2025                    Exhibition - Gallery Marilés - Wolfsburg, Germany

2025                    Exhibition - BeDifferent Braunschweig, Germany

2025                    Exhibition - Gallery NadaArtSpace- Gran Via de les Cortes Catalanes, Barcelona, Spain

2024                    Exhibition - Studio - Weddendorf, Germany

2024                    Exhibition - Gallery Noemie - Barcelona, Spain

2024                    Exhibition - Gallery Planeta B - Barcelona, Spain

2023                    Exhibition - Gallery Planeta B - Barcelona, Spain

2023                    Studio opening - Weddendorf/Oebisfelde, Germany

2023                    Exhibition - BeDifferent Braunschweig, Germany

2022                    Exhibition - Town Hall Seesen, Germany

2021                    Exhibition - Town Hall Gifhorn, Germany

2019/2020           Exhibition „one line reflections“ - bloom No.16 Gifhorn, Germany

2019/2020           Exhibition "Small Formats" – City-Museum Seesen, Germany

2019                    Exhibition „Behind Perception“ - Lucklum, Germany

2019                    Exhibition "Water Insights" - Galery Hugo45 Braunschweig, Germany

2018                    Exhibition "Ghosts & Cascades" - Lucklum, Germany

2018                    Exhibition „On Music, On Canvas, On Wood“ Lucklum, Germany

2017                    Exhibition „Winter is coming“ - Lucklum, Germany

2017                    Exhibition „Reflections“ - Lucklum, Germany

201                      Exhibition "T(R)aumwelten" - Gutshof Lucklum, Germany

2016-2017           Permanent exhibition "Intermediate Dreams" - Manor Lucklum, Germany

2016                    Joint exhibition "ZwischenTRäume" with the Brazilian artist Marcos Vieira, Manor Lucklum on the occasion of the "Day of the Open Monument", Germany

2015                    Rediscovery of painting after a break of several years. 

2013- present      Project management for major events and productions

2003 – 2012         Interior design and light staging of major events, trade fairs and staging         spaces, light design Paulikirche Braunschweig, Germany

                             Design of the box and VIP area VfL-Arena Wolfsburg, Germany

1998 – 2002         Beginning of acrylic painting on canvas with palette knife and layering technique during  Studied interior design at the University of Applied Sciences Hildesheim, Germany

2000                     Light show moated castle Quedlinburg, Germany

1997 – 1998         Collaboration in the studio of the artist Peter Schmitz (Formsache GmbH Raum-Licht-Design), exhibitions of metal art, lighting design and interior design

1996 - 1997         First exhibition of analogue photography, drawings, abstract art objects and furniture design in Hildesheim, Germany

1992 – 1995         Apprenticeship as draughtsman, Jungeblut architectural office, Germany

1980 – 1992         Basic training in art and design at the Free Waldorf School in Braunschweig and formative instructions from his father in linoleum offset printing, lead typesetting, and graphic design. 

1973                     Born and raised in Braunschweig, Germany