journals at zettl.blog deals with different topics related to Friedrich Zettl’s artwork, articles on fine arts, related announcements, and art theory. The focus is on subjects related to Chinese art and philosophy like Daoism and Zen-Buddhism.
Friedrich Zettl’s blog: zettl.blog deals with various aspects of fine art, with a focus on the artistic work of Friedrich Zettl. He introduces ongoing and new series and discusses individual images in detail.
Art Theory: In the Art Theory menu you will find general articles for a better understanding of Chinese painting and calligraphy. There are short videos on various topics on YouTube to get a quick overview.
Current works of art: The blog (journals) regularly shows current works of art by Friedrich Zettl, which deal with topics such as Yin-Yang, Zen, meditation, nothingness, and more. The artworks are mostly abstract and minimalistic, but also expressive and inspiring.
Presentation: The blog also offers a presentation of a selected work of art that may not appeal to everyone at first glance. There are also videos about Friedrich Zettl’s works on his youtube – fine arts channel.
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Chinese TV invited me for calligraphy
I was on Chinese TV 3 days ago showing me writing a couplet for Chinese New Year and talking a little about my life and years in China. Read more
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withered leaves and blossoms
withered leaves and blossoms used for artworks, on paper, mixed media or just as bookmarks. Read more
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just blossoms and buds
In Chinese painting, opposites play an important role: emptiness – existing, calm – movement, strength – weakness, etc. In a small series, I tried to capture and express some of these ideas. Read more
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early woodcuts
A few examples of my earliest woodblocks as turn from Surrealism to Expressionism. Read more
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After visting a great Gerhard Richter Exhibition in Wien
A small graphic as hommage to Gerhard Richter and Hideaki Yamanobe after visiting a very impressive exhibition by Gerhard Richter in Vienna. Read more
