Rudolf Beger – Celebrating Artistic Unity
Rudolf Beger is a present-day “Polymath” born in Hamburg (Germany), a kind of “Renaissance man“. Polymathy is defined as “knowledge of various matters, drawn from all kinds of studies ranging freely through many fields of different disciplines”.
Rudolf’s expertise and interest span a significant number of different subject areas from politics and communication, lobbyism, international legal, and taxation. General corporate management in a number of industry sectors, book author, good food, history, satire and music lover, art collector and, last but not least, artist.
His life principles told him that, at least in theory, he is limitless in his capacity for development, and that he should embrace all knowledge and develop their capacities as fully as possible. This is expressed in the term “Renaissance man”, often applied to those people of that age who sought to develop their abilities in many areas of accomplishment: intellectual, artistic, and social.
The Rudolf Beger Tri-polarity
Rudolf carries dichotomy to a whole other plane and it is perhaps more apt to view his body, his life and his existence as a ‘tripolar’ vortex in constant flux and eternal longing. Rudolf would express this as an existential “tri-polarity” reflecting the three pillars on which his life is based, namely cultures & professions, the delights of good food & drinks, and the pursuits of eroticism by and in nature, voyeuristic and all-embracing.
“Love is Life” and Rudolf has been active all his life in many diverse areas of arts and culture, which he has managed to balance with a full plethora of professional activities. The diversity of Rudolf’s interests, his love of history, and his daily activities provide the means to display and evolve a neo-romantic Germanic balance in life and art in our 21st-century world, which is mirrored in many of his drawings, photos, and other artistic works and constant quest for discovery.
Artist’s Statement – Rudolf Beger
The theme “Dawn of Prosperity Cultural Renaissance” suggests an exploration of positive and forward-looking aspects of culture and society. The theme makes explicit reference to the cultural renaissance that took place during the early 1300s in Florence, Italy. At that time, the city was experiencing unprecedented prosperity, urban expansion, and intellectual innovation, which gave rise to the Italian Renaissance.
Like the artists working in Florence back in the 1300s, Rudolf Beger’s Peintography draws inspiration from the urban environment in which he lives. They reveal a nuanced, close picture of the complexity of our present-day environment that is characterized by growing superficiality. His use of unusual perspectives, vibrant colors, symbols, and themes that represent unity in diversity in a contemporary way, conveys a regained sense of progress and mental prosperity as an expression of a different style and lifestyle. Rudolf’s art photography conveys the message of positive cultural transformations to a cultural renewal fostering a deeper view than just superficial scrolling on an electronic screen. He tries to achieve this transformation by creating imaginative visions of what everybody can see – but does not look at. The iconic, seemingly digitalized symbols he is creating with his camera eye symbolize a sense of progress and cultural richness.
The title “Peintography” invented by Rudolf for his abstract photography suggests an imaginary fusion of photography and painting, indicating that the abstract photograph resembles a painting in its visual characteristics.
Azure Beam Into the Future
Peintography
- 76 H x 51 W cm
Price: 25,000 THB
Subject Matter: Abstract
Details: 2003 – 2024, Photography printed on canvas (unframed).
Artist’s Note:
Using the means of artistic photography to propel and focus on advancements and innovations in the future.
Crystal Ball View
Peintography
83 H x 55 W cm
Price: 30,000 THB
Subject Matter: Abstract
Details: 2003 – 2024, Framed photography printed on plastic with matte finish.
Artist’s Note:
Essentially, the title conveys the idea that artists possess a unique and insightful perspective that allows them to foresee or anticipate developments. “Crystal ball view” is a metaphor to describe a clear and visionary perspective, often associated with foresight or insight into the future. The term draws an analogy with a crystal ball, traditionally associated with fortune-telling and seeing into the future. In the context of Rudolf’s art, “crystal ball view” signifies his ability to envision and depict future trends, concepts, or themes. It also shows his intuitive sense of what artistic directions will be influential in the future as it suggests a clear and perceptive understanding of artistic possibilities, trends, and innovations.
Embrace
Peintography
40 H x 29 W cm
Price: 15,000 THB
Subject Matter: Abstract
Details: 2003 – 2024, Photography printed on photo paper with matt finish.
Artist’s Note:
The Peintography entitled “Embrace” suggests that the image is intended to convey a sense of embracing or being embraced for the sake of harmony and happiness but in a non-literal or metaphorical way. The title “Embrace” implies a connection, warmth, or a coming together of elements within the abstract composition. It suggests that viewers are encouraged to find their own personal and symbolic meaning in the composition. It is supposed to evoke feelings of comfort, cohesion, or the merging of different elements within the abstract image.
Current Exhibition is currently ongoing at The Charoen Aart gallery on Charoen Krung Road.
Location: The Charoen Aart – Google Maps
Date: 3rd March – 31st March 2024
Website: the.charoenaart.com
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Nestled near the end of Charoen Krung Road in Bangkok’s art district next to the river, Chareon Aart is a distinctive art studio seamlessly blending Thai, Chinese, and Australian cultures. Originally a family home and professional office, it now stands as a cultural nexus, celebrating artistic heritage and fostering societal dialogue by harmonising traditional and contemporary art.
Founded by Bryce, the studio encapsulates his photographic and storytelling journey, where art transcends aesthetics to become a reflection of life, emotions, and memories. Chareon Aart serves as a sanctuary for genuine expressions and meaningful connections, inviting everyone to explore and share their unique stories through the transformative medium of art.
