Published by Spirit of St Barth
Editor: Sébastien Martinon
Edition N°12 - 2025 (Pages 84-87)
Dec 14, 2024
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Ulf Saupe Res Navalis Series, 2018 Cyanotype on Glass.
Ulf Saupe doesn't always know what his final pieces will look like. Each time a new work is birthed, Saupe engages in a beautiful dance with the elements he uses, the photographs he takes, and the alchemy that occurs when the two come together. Known for his meticulous approach to photography and innovative use of analog processes, Saupe's artistry invites viewers to explore the complex relationship between society and the natural world.
For Saupe, the process of crafting each artwork is as significant as the elements captured within it. Everything is cosidered and carefully selected. The artist chooses the subject matter, the materials and the creative method intentionally, making sure all are intricately lihnked to the message and them of the work. Drawing inspiration from 19th-century photo techniques, Saupe explores unconventional processes that allow him to incorporate unusual materials and reimagine the possibilities of photography. The exploration of our contemporary environment and its complex relationship with nature is central to his work, while shedding light on the themes of environmental concern and the transformation of natural landscapes.
Visit the Exhibition at Space Gallery from late February at the gallery's Gustavia location in the Carré D'Or and experience Ulf Saupe's thought-provoking works, which are visually stunning and simultaneously seek to remind us to be environmentally concious. The art not only challenges perceptions but also sparks dialogue about our relationship with the natural world.
About Ulf Saupe: Born in 1979 in Halle (Saale), Saupe studied Fine Arts with a focus on experimental photography. His work has been showcased globally, including a solo museum exhibition at CAAM in 2023, and is part of numerous private and institutional collections.
"Saupe engages in a beautiful dance with the elements he uses"
Ulf Saupe Nach dem Sturm II, 2023 Gum print, soil, water color, pigment on alu-dibond.
Ulf Saupe Golden Forest #10 V3, 2023 Gum print, water color, pulverized coal with 24 karat gold leaf on wood.
Ulf Saupe Neo Botanica #1 V2, 2023 Gum print, water color, pigment on alu-dibond.