Picture "San Francisco" (1996)
Picture "San Francisco" (1996)
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ars mundi Exclusive Edition | limited, 199 copies | numbered | signed certificate | reproduction on aluminium dibond behind acrylic glass | size 80 x 57 cm (h/w) | suspension device
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Picture "San Francisco" (1996)
Ralf Kunstmann realises his visually opulent paintings with passion, determination and persistence. His photorealistic works are of impressive accuracy and quality. Over time, Ralf Kunstmann transitioned from classical analogue techniques to digital painting. His profound knowledge of traditional painting techniques helps him to develop his digital works.
Original: 1996, acrylic on cardboard, size 70 x 47 cm.
Edition behind 3 mm thick acrylic glass on aluminium plate. Limited to 199 copies and numbered. Includes hand-signed certificate. Size 80 x 57 cm (h/w). With suspension device. Due to the smooth surface, there may be reflections depending on the incidence of light. ars mundi Exclusive Edition.
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About Ralf Kunstmann
Ralf Kunstmann's photorealistic painting technique stands out from other painting techniques due to its extraordinary attention to detail and amazing depth of field. In comparison to traditional painting techniques, which often leave room for interpretation or abstraction, Kunstmann aims to depict his subjects as lifelike as possible. He combines digital tools with traditional techniques to reproduce textures, light effects and shadows with incredible precision.
His ability to capture the finest details and nuances in his works sets him apart from many other artists. While in classical painting, brushstrokes and the artist's individual handwriting remain visible, Kunstmann aims to minimise these elements in his photorealistic works to achieve an almost photographic quality. This technical mastery, paired with his ability to convey emotional depth and a strong visual narrative, makes his artworks fascinating studies of reality that often cause the viewer to question the boundaries between painting and photography.
His works are exhibited nationally and internationally and are part of private collections.
This form of presentation comes from the world of professional photographers and exhibition organizers. More and more artists create their works for this aluminium medium in high-tech composite. The metallic surface creates a synthesis with the colours. White areas of the image are shimmering matt-metallic, depending on the light source. They let the picture look classy and puristic. Thanks to the direct colour pigmentation the details are rendered accurately. Alu-Dibond is long-lasting and resistant.
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