PORTRAIT 11 (2025) Drawing by Stephan Geisler

Stephan Geisler, born in 1968, is a German artist who lives and works as a freelance artist in Bochum. He studied visual communication at the Münster University of Applied Sciences, where he specialized in illustration under the direction of Professor Rolf Escher and received his diploma in 1995.

Artistic approach

Stephan Geisler sees his artistic work as a calling. His studies influenced his drawing technique, which is strongly influenced by the line. He uses the line to set accents and to depict motifs in a reduced form. His working method is gestural, emotional and intuitive, which is reflected in his large-format paintings. In addition to acrylic on canvas, he also uses mixed media and integrates different materials into his works.

The creative dialogue

The focus of Stephan Geisler's art is on people and their encounters. After intensive conversations or chance meetings, he develops his picture ideas and begins the painting process. His aim is to convey intensity in his works, which arises from the inspiration, emotion and empathy of encounters. During the creative process, he enters into a dialogue with his image, constantly questioning his decisions and reacting to the resulting expression.

International presence

Stephan Geisler's works have been presented in numerous solo and group exhibitions worldwide, including in cities such as Cologne, Karlsruhe, Zurich, Kiev, Copenhagen, Los Angeles, Seoul, Baku and Dubai.

Stephan Geisler's art is characterized by an intensive engagement with human expression and interpersonal encounters. His gestural painting style and the integration of different materials give his works a special depth and dynamism.

• Nationality:
• Date of birth : 1968
• Artistic domains:
• Groups: Contemporary German Artists