Karina Schlaffer
“Every living being possesses a distinct inner magic.“
My aim is to bring this essence to life through my portraits, making it visible, tangible, and emotionally impactful.
A key focus of my work is to capture the spirit of both humans and animals. I am endlessly fascinated by how the character of an individual or creature reveals itself on paper, canvas, or in sculpture. I enjoy using a variety of techniques, ranging from abstract and expressive styles to intricate graphic drawings. My artistic practice includes mixed media, photography, comic elements, and sculptures made from clay and bronze.
The themes I explore encompass humanity and animals, femininity, beauty, contrasts, nature conservation, the wolf, portraits, grounding, justice, courage, and freedom.