Carolin Rechberg, born in Starnberg, Germany, is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice spans ceramics, sound art, drawing, and voice work. She approaches creation as a fully immersive process, where the act of making holds as much significance as the finished piece. For Rechberg, art is not just about producing objects but about engaging in an ongoing exchange between herself, the materials, and the world around her. She describes her practice as a way to “digest, reflect, and transform information,” using creation as a means of cultivating awareness and presence.
Her work delves into the relationship between individuals and the broader forces that shape existence. Whether working with the tactile nature of clay, the intangible qualities of sound, or the expressive movement of paint, she sees art as a tool for attuning to the present. Each piece serves as an exploration of space, change, and the unseen energies that influence our perception of reality.
Place of Becoming
Drawing I Painting,
Charcoal, Pastels and Tempera on Raw Canvas
139 x 208 cm
September 2015
Place of Becoming
“Place of Becoming” embodies Rechberg’s approach to art as an unfolding process rather than a fixed destination. Created through observation and an intuitive dialogue with the material, the piece reflects an imagined yet natural environment, allowing the landscape to emerge on the raw canvas without force or restriction.
The materials—charcoal, pastels, and tempera—interact with the unprimed surface, responding to its texture and absorbing into the fibers in unpredictable ways. This interaction is a key part of the work, reinforcing the idea that the artwork develops organically, rather than being imposed by the artist. The piece captures a moment of transformation, where abstract forms and gestural marks suggest the slow, intricate processes of nature shaping itself over time.
At first glance, “Place of Becoming” may appear like a landscape, but not in the traditional sense. There is no clear horizon, no defined geography. Instead, the elements of the piece seem to float between states—some areas appear solid, others dissolve into washes of color and shadow. The effect is both dynamic and contemplative, encouraging the viewer to pause and let the composition settle into focus, much like observing nature itself.
Rechberg’s approach to painting mirrors her philosophy of presence. She does not seek to control the medium; rather, she allows it to guide her. The process is a form of listening—to the material, to the moment, and to the unseen energy that drives creation. The result is a work that feels alive, as though it continues to shift even as one stands before it.
There is a quiet tension in “Place of Becoming”—a balance between the deliberate and the accidental. The raw canvas absorbs the pigment in unexpected ways, blurring the boundary between intention and chance. This unpredictability echoes the way natural landscapes form over time—through wind, water, and light—without a predetermined plan, yet resulting in something uniquely its own.
Like much of Rechberg’s work, this piece invites the viewer to engage with more than just its surface. It asks them to slow down, to become aware of their own presence in front of the work. The act of looking becomes part of the experience, reinforcing the idea that art, much like life, is always in motion, always in the process of becoming.
For Rechberg, art is not about creating static objects but about facilitating moments of awareness. “Place of Becoming” is not just a painting—it is an experience, an invitation to witness change as it happens. It reflects a philosophy where the act of making and the act of seeing are equally important. In this way, Rechberg’s work does not just depict transformation—it embodies it.
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Aquarelle, charcoal and pencil on vintage paper
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Ceramic
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