Carita Schmidt

My paintings are complex and emerge from the dynamics of the subject itself. They reflect the interplay of life, space, time and light – moments in which these elements collide, merge, separate, or dissolve. As a painter, I work at the intersection of drawing and painting, combining fine liner, ink, acrylic, and oil paint in layered compositions that interweave and overlap. With parallel strokes, I describe paths, routes, and passages – evoking a codex of territories, marking boundaries or highlighting connections, guided by my interest for a larger view on life, society and humanities search for evolution.

Since 2023, the circular form has been at the center of my work. I use gold leaf selectively to highlight colours and shapes, enhancing reflections and contrasts. I see my art as a visual refuge – a space that extends beyond the physical boundaries of the work, expanding and shifting between the visible and the invisible.