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Josef’s canvas is a playground were imagination inviting us on a voyage of discovery through our own
dances with reality. His artistic self-training involves imagination. Interpretations shift, boundaries blur,
constant experimentation, trying out various painting and new meanings emerge, an artistic dialogue that
and drawing techniques, attending art exhibitions, transcends the canvas.
and immersing himself in the contemporary art scene. Josef’s artistic inclination bloomed early. As a child, he
From the whispers of poetry to the rustling leaves of pored over his grandfather’s art books, experimenting
nature, inspiration finds its way into his work. with his first strokes. Formal education, art courses,
Over the years, Josef has meticulously crafted his nude drawing sessions, provided the foundation. The
unmistakable style. His pieces emerge intuitively, Städelschule in Frankfurt further fueled his creative
like floral or nature-reminiscent set pieces. Under fire.
the evocative theme of “Fantastic Worlds, Magic Since 2006, Josef has exhibited his art across borders.
Garden, and Compositions,” he explores diverse Even during the pandemic, virtual presentations
painting styles and techniques. Abstract and surreal, allowed his work to reach global audiences. An
his works depict visionary figures, unfathomable autodidact at heart, he paints freely, unencumbered
landscapes, and elusive formations, an ar tistic by constraints, guided by intuition. The subsequent
language that defies easy interpretation. artistic work with Irene Schuh at the Frankfurt Art
Josef’s paintings breathe with life. Geometric and School and, above all, the courses at the Frankfurt
organic shapes intermingle, lines converge, and Städel School were formative and led to further
colors converse. Some are rendered in oils or artistic development. Since 2001, he has been able to
acrylics, each stroke guided by an inner rhythm. The present his results to the public, sharing his journey
canvas becomes a dynamic space, a symphony of and creations with a wider audience.
sensations that defy repetition. Josef Weidner, residing in Mühlheim am Main,
His predominantly abstract works tantalize the Germany, embodies the essence of artistic self-
viewer. They hint at representational elements, expres sion. His c anvas is a playground where
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