Petra Schott
Born: 1953
Hometown: Frankfurt
Based in: Frankfurt Germany
Petra Schott is a German contemporary artist whose recent works oscillate between subtle figuration and lyrical abstraction. When she was 15 years old, she wanted to become a yogini in the Himalayas. However, life had different plans. After studying law in Göttingen, she turned to fine art, studying in Kassel. For almost three decades, Schott has exhibited her work both domestically and internationally. She has been living in Frankfurt since mid-2015.
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Petra Schott In The Studio
"My studio is always messy - but I love it like that. A messy studio is a busy studio!!"
More About Petra Schott
What inspires you?
I am inspired by nature and the human figure, by shapes, colours , scents and music.
Describe your creative process.
I like to listen to music and then let the paintings or colour speak to me. I try not to follow too much my intentions but be in the moment and let y intuition flow.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Intensity, beauty, searching.
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Leiko Ikemura, Joan Mitchell, Elisabeth Cummings, Cy Twombly... and many more, of course.
Collections featuring Petra Schott
2 Collections
Credentials
Exhibitions
Inner voices
2020
Der Seelen wunderliches Bergwerk
2020
Gesellschaftszimmer
2019
Biennale Genova
2019
Womens Essence
2019
Exhibitions
Inner voices
2020
Der Seelen wunderliches Bergwerk
2020
Gesellschaftszimmer
2019
Biennale Genova
2019
Womens Essence
2019