BIOGRAPHY
I’m a multidisciplinary contemporary artist, with a strong focus on canvas painting and visual storytelling. From growing up in historic Vienna to the vibrant shores of Sicily and the dynamic culture of California, I have drawn inspiration from the many places I have lived. My work explores themes of transformation, deformation, and moments of stillness, captured through layered compositions, bold contrasts, and expressive color.
With over 14 years of experience in motion-, graphic design and broadcast media in Europe, I bring a narrative-driven approach to my canvas work, merging structure with spontaneity, and blending traditional techniques with a modern design language. Trained in media but rooted in fine art, I move between digital and analog processes to create emotionally resonant, visually striking pieces.
I also work as a motion design artist, illustrator, and tattoo artist, creating across disciplines—always returning to painting as the center of my evolving artistic journey.
CV
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CONTEMPORARY ARTIST, Austria, United States 2008 – present
Create mixed media and canvas-based artworks focused on themes like transformation, contrast, and emotion. Blend traditional techniques with modern design, and exhibits work across digital and physical platforms.
ORF – AUSTRIAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION, Vienna, Austria
CREATIVE HEAD OF MOTION DESIGN & INFORMATION GRAPHICS, 2019 – 2024
Led a multidisciplinary team to create motion graphics, data visualizations, and branding for Austria’s largest media provider. Developed creative strategies for TV shows, news, and digital content, ensuring high-quality, engaging visuals. Optimized workflows, managed team performance, and developed motion graphics and information graphics for a wide range of programming.
ORF – AUSTRIAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION, Vienna, Austria
SENIOR MOTION DESIGNER, 2011 – 2019
Created high-impact motion graphics, animations, and broadcast branding for news, promotions, and feature programs. Collaborated with editorial teams to translate complex data into compelling visuals across TV, digital, and social media platforms.
TATTOO ARTIST, 2020 – present
FREELANCE TATTOO ARTIST: linework, surrealism, realism, in Austria, United States
BALLERINI & ONDERKA CULINARY EXPERIENCE, Vienna, Austria
CREATOR AND ART DIRECTOR, 2013 – 2015
ORF – AUSTRIAN BROADCASTING CORPORATION, RADIO WIEN, Vienna, Austria
GRAPHIC DESIGNER, 2010 – 2011
EDUCATION
X-SIDE TATTOO SCHOOL, Vienna, Austria
Tattoo Art, Diploma, 2022 – 2023
HIGHER GRAPHICAL FEDERAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE, Vienna, Austria
GRAPHIC AND COMMUNICATION DESIGN, „Die Graphische“ –
Master class with a secondary focus in Project management and business.
Diploma in graphic and communication design 2008 – 2011
UNIVERSITY OF VIENNA, Vienna, Austria, 2006 – 2008
Studies in Art History and Philosophy
PUBLICATIONS & MEDIA FEATURES
EXHIBITIONS
Galeria Azur, New York, 2025
G Art Gallery, 2025
Atelier Stoss im Himmel, Jewelry Catalogue Presentation,2009
Kunsthaus Vienna – Johann Strauss Museum, with „Die Graphische“, Acrylic Painting, 2011
ADDITIONAL PUBLICATIONS:
Die Presse | Falter – The Weekly Newspaper | Wienerin | Tv-Media | Maxima |
Other prominent Austrian media outlets
Atelier Stoss im Himmel | The Making of Art | Stadtform Magazine |
The Poverty Conference (2020-2023)
AWARDS:
Design and Journalism Award for youth education show, ORF1, 2020
Award for Fairtrade Bio Logo/Branding/ Corporate Design/ Branding, 2011
STATEMENT
BRINGING CONCEPTS TO LIFE THROUGH
ENGAGING VISUAL STORYTELLING
My practice on canvas is a dialogue between discipline and intuition, story and form. Each piece reflects an ongoing fascination with imagination, emotional depth, and the delicate balance between chaos and calm. I’m particularly inspired by contrast—in shape, form, and color—and by nature: the light, the ocean, the sun, and the quiet spaces in between. My canvas work explores transformation, contrast, and stillness through expressive color and layered composition. I move fluidly between digital and analog processes, creating emotionally resonant narratives across mediums.
