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“The way I work, is itself a form of meditation” – A Conversation With Artist David Quinn

In the latest edition of our interview series, we once again dive into the world of minimalist aesthetics. In inspiring conversations with creative minds from the fields of architecture, design, and art, we explore how they are guided by their vision and how they express it in their works. Along...

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“The way I work, is itself a form of meditation” – A Conversation With Artist David Quinn

Minimalist Art

A curated selection from the world of minimalist art.

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Abstract Painting created with Midjourney by Aesence

Art Editorials

Is AI-Generated Art really Art?

Today I would like to share my thoughts on a very controversial and yet interesting...

Frank Gerritz in his studio. Photography by Sarah Dorweiler / Aesence

Art Interviews

Where Thought Meets Form – Visiting Frank Gerritz in His Studio

It was one of the first hot days of the summer, 34° C (approx. 93°...

Art

Rahee Yoon – Exploring Tradition Through Craft with her ‘Ancient Brown’ Series

Rahee Yoon is a Seoul-based designer and artist whose passion for crafting has resulted in...

Minimalist Steel Sculpture by Jürgen Heinz

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Jürgen Heinz – Moving Sculptures

Jürgen Heinz (b. 1969) is a German metal sculptor. His minimalist and abstract work, which...

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04 April → 04 April 2027	Agnes Martin: Painting is not making paintings	Dia:Beacon	More Info
08 May → 17 May 2027	Abstract	Hilti Art Foundation	More Info

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Interviews

Insights into the visions and philosophies of minimalist artists and designers.

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Silent Perception – A Conversation With Artist Hideaki Yamanobe

Minimalist Art & Design News

Beyond Horror Vacui: Emptiness in Minimalist Art

The concept of emptiness is a fascinating paradox – for some, it is an invitation, a symbol of freedom and infinite possibilities. For others, emptiness evokes a feeling of insecurity and fear,...

Kazimir Malevich, The Black Square, 1915, Image is in Public Domain

How a Black Square Became an Expression of Pure Emotion

There are works of art that were so different, so beautiful, so ugly or so special that they changed the course of art history. Kazimir Malevich’s “Black Square” was one of these...

A minimalist AI generated Table Lamp Design | Aesence

Between Algorithm and Aesthetics: How AI Changes the Design World

I recently tried out Midjourney, a platform that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to generate images of all kinds. From images of cats in clothes to concept art, to photo-realistic interior designs, you...

Abstract Sculpture made with Midjourney by Aesence

Can Art Be Intentionless?

Well, it’s a question that has stumped philosophers and thinkers for centuries. Some say yes, art is simply an expression of the creator’s innermost thoughts and feelings, pure and unbridled. Others argue...

Does Minimalist Art Always Look the Same?

I recently had a thought-provoking conversation about minimalist art. My counterpart, a collector of figurative...

Beyond the Surface: The Complexity of Minimalist Art

Until the beginning of the 20th century, art served primarily as a mere representation of...

Abstract Minimalist Painting, created with Midjourney

Is It Possible to Feel an Emotional Connection to AI-Generated Art?

Lately, artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly expanded its influence on the art world. Not only...

Black Minimalist Chair, Image created with Midjourney

Does Minimalist Design Mean a Loss of Identity?

“Less is more” – this phrase coined by Mies van der Rohe has long established...

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