Axel Gercke

The theme of movement and dynamism is significantly shaped in the works of artist Axel Gercke, born in Erlangen in 1979, by his choice of subject matter: cycling. The artist's paintings are rooted in the tradition of realistic figurative painting.

In his cycling series, which has already brought him international recognition, Gercke draws on one of the oldest classical themes in art, "Man in Nature," while also connecting it to contemporary issues and the present day.

To capture the essential dynamism of the subject, Axel Gercke paints alla prima. This technique preserves the brushstroke, enhancing the impression of movement within the space.