Long-eared Owl (Asio otus)

A long-eared owl sitting on a stone, looking directly at the viewer - with big eyes that seem magical. I painted this pretty owl on a fluid art background. I made this special background with artist acrylic paints in an expressionist style. A fascinating combination of naturalism and expressionism is characteristic of this painting. Animals were and are symbolic protagonists in the visual arts! With my expressive animal paintings, I want to draw more attention to our wonderful animal world! Without them, our creation would be worthless. That is why all animals are worth protecting. I like to showcase individual animals with strong colors. My naturalistic animal depictions, often on fluid art backgrounds, which I have previously made with acrylic paints using the so-called pouring technique, leave a lasting impression. This combination of naturalism and expressionism is unusual and very rarely seen. My works are characterized by a unique fusion of realism and abstraction. Animal motifs depicted with astonishing precision are set against flowing, abstract backgrounds that give each work a dreamlike quality. The Kaiserstuhl has a unique flora and fauna. I have always been fascinated by the diversity in this very special area. The numerous birds are particularly exciting. Due to the abundance of animal species here, my series is not yet finished.