Franziska Schenk is a contemporary artist concerned with the complex interrelationship between us and the natural world. Here you can view her work and learn about her methods. Click on an image below to begin.

Solo exhibition in conjunction with Darwin Festival, Shrewsbury (21 Feb - 31 March 2011).

Venue: Old Infirmary, Shrewsbury - a medieval building originally part of Shrewsbury Abbey, now home to Shropshire Wildlife Trust

  • Erebus obscura series: Seven diptychs, mixed media, various sizes, 2009/10
  • See Change series: 13 small paintings, mixed media, all A4-size, 2007/8

Description: Mimicking iridescent structures of insects, Schenk has adapted revolutionary colour-shifting nanoparticles to inject a dynamic dimension into painting. With the rare moth Erebus obscura as example, the artist explores novel bio-inspired effects of colour change.

Acknowledgment: Supported by Arts Council England 

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