Photorealistic coastal painting “By the Sea” by Gerd Bannuscher, colorful giclée print on canvas

A moment of eternity—this is the span of time that the North German painter Gerd Bannuscher captures in his elaborate paintings. With delicate lines, he approaches the essence of things, as if there were more to them than visible reality, as if a message were hidden within the image. The hyperreal presence of the motifs is indelibly enhanced by Bannuscher's technical precision. Cool, shimmering colors with a slightly metallic sheen merge with the intricate lines. All of this is amplified by the contrast between light and dark and the many narrative details. In all his works, Bannuscher creates a unique, quiet drama that clearly speaks to the depths of our emotional sensibilities. The artist, who lives in Eichede (Schleswig-Holstein), sees his works not only as an aesthetic expression but also as a political and social philosophy, fostering an awareness of the beauty and vulnerability of our planet. In addition to numerous exhibitions both in Germany and abroad, Bannuscher has been working for the Sultanate of Oman since 2003.