Artist & Designer
Swantje Wenz is a versatile artist and designer from Germany, renowned for her innovative fusion of artistic disciplines. With a strong foundation in motion design and animation, her work is characterized by vibrant energy and dynamic movement.
Recently, Swantje has been exploring the integration of artificial intelligence into her creative process, using AI to push the boundaries of traditional art forms and enhance her art, designs and animations.
As an entrepreneur, she founded GRETEL, Studio for Motion Design & Branding, and leads RAUMWORKS, her interior design firm. After living in Sydney and London, Swantje returned to Karlsruhe in 2015, where she now collaborates with clients from all over the world.
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Art inspired by Pro Wrestling and Superheros
»As an artist, I’m captivated by the human body, its strength, and the essence of movement. Drawing inspiration from pro wrestling, superhero comics and 90s martial arts movies. I freeze moments of raw energy and power in my artwork while also revealing the vulnerability behind these strong bodies.«
Strong bodies in powerful movements
»With my background in animation and motion design, I bring a unique perspective to my work. I capture dynamic motion and action in each piece, further enriching the storytelling aspect of my art.«
Swantje Wenz’s artistic process
»Texture serves as the cornerstone of my creative process, as I embrace both the incidental textures resulting from paint mixing and the deliberate application of diverse tools and techniques to enhance depth. These richly textured surfaces then become the canvas for me to breathe life into them with my characters, allowing them to flourish within this intricate visual landscape.«
Neon hues and fluorescent paint
»While my work is often infused with the dynamism of bright neon colors and fluorescent paint, I also find inspiration in the calming and grounding essence of earthy browns, rich greens, and natural hues.«
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