In my latest blog entry, I dive into the story and thought process behind my two multiple-eyed ravens.
This particular piece is actually the second in the series, though I believe it’s the first one I painted. Unlike the more instinctive approach I took with the other raven, I had a reference of a raven’s head for this one, which shaped the way it turned out.
Honestly, this piece feels a bit “prettier,” but also a bit more forced. I love him nonetheless—though I have mixed feelings about one very “perfect” eye, which breaks the illusion created by his other eyes. Still, his smirk seems to hold a secret, one that even I don’t fully understand. Can you uncover his mystery?
The “Eyed Ravens” series emerged during a mini project I worked on at Sandra Baker-Finn’s studio. Sure, most ravens have eyes, but these two have more than just two or three—each brimming with eerie, intense gazes.
Sandy and I had been talking about monsters, probably inspired by my love for spooky themes, when we had the idea to create some of our own. I started by grabbing some large sheets of paper and charcoal and just sketched whatever came to mind. Those initial sketches still exist, though I don’t have photos of them yet—maybe I’ll share them one day.
After that warmup session, we decided I should paint my favorite sketch from the series—the Eyed Raven—in acrylics.
The second painting was even more spontaneous. I tried not to think too much and just let my instincts guide me. Learning to paint without overthinking or using references has been a long process, and I’m still working on it. Back then, I found it challenging to stay loose and avoid getting too specific with forms or outlines. By the end, I noticed that my approach got a bit more structured, but I still loved how the piece came together.
Today, the original hangs in my parents’ hallway, though prints are always available.
Hurray! I’m finally back! I was offline for the last few months but plan to post more regularly and continue updating this website.
And to start with a big announcement: December was wild! Not only was I able to have one of my paintings hung in my first-ever Vernissage, but I also managed to sell said painting. This is a huge step for me, and I still can’t quite believe that all of that actually happened.
But let’s start at the beginning: Near my hometown, Frankfurt, there is the “Kunstverein Familie Montez e.V.” – a local art association. It hosted an extremely awesome project: “Anonyme Kunst II.” The Kunstverein Family Montez hosted this event from November 30th (vernissage) to December 31st, 2023, celebrating contemporary art digitally and ultimately in analog form, featuring secrets, puzzles, and excitement. The main aim remains to provide a platform for 300 artists to showcase and sell their works for a flat rate of €450 each. It’s an opportunity for both artists and art enthusiasts, with selected works being displayed in the KVFM exhibition hall from December 11th onwards.
The main point of this project is that the artists of the displayed artworks are not known until after the event. Therefore, buyers as well as art-interested people can look at them without bias based on the reputation of the artists. By that, small artists – like myself – have an opportunity to reach possible buyers or future clients.
And not only was I given the opportunity to display one of my artworks digitally – a jury decided that mine would be hung analog at the KVFM together with other artworks. And it got even better – as one of the few artists who were able to find buyers, I was one of them! A really nice gentleman, interested in horror art, saw the spark in my dead bambi’s eyes and appreciated her as well as my art style. I still feel very grateful – not only for him to appreciate me and my art, but also for the KVFM giving me this opportunity as a small artist.
And incase you are (like myself) a bit sad that it is sold– I still sell prints of this artwork! Just write me an email (Patrizia.falk@icloud.com) for further information
Me at my first VernissageZombie bambiSelling my zombie Bambia deer in the woods
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