An den Adern des Lichtes

In the organizer's words:

In her exhibition "On the Veins of Light", Berlin artist Sandra Stops presents works that deal with a rather unknown motif: the trout begonia. This plant, also known as the oblique leaf, has inspired the artist with its dotted leaves and its color palette ranging from pine green to purple and all shades of red.

Sandra Stops' fascination with the trout begonia began in a friend's conservatory, where this plant thrives magnificently. What began as an interest in the shape and colors of the plant led to an extensive group of works. Acrylic, watercolor, charcoal and graphite as well as collages on paper or canvas make the essence of the plant tangible. "On the Veins of Light" shows the artist's intensive engagement with her subject.

"Veins" can be understood as a metaphor for the vitality and connections in nature. In relation to the trout begonia, the title refers to how the light flows through the leaves and flowers of the plant and emphasizes its natural beauty.

The title is a tribute to Rainer Maria Rilke's belief that there is splendor in the "smallest things" such as a flower or a leaf. The "veins of light" could represent the fine details and subtle beauty of the trout begonia, reflecting Rilke's ideas.

The works on display encourage viewers to pause to appreciate the splendor of small things.

February 13, 2025 19:00, Artist Talk: Sandra Stops 'On the Veins of Light'
January 28, 2025 19:00, How To: Talk About Art through Dance, performance and talk with Stina Bartels