Christopher Kieling redefines structural figuration, exploring the psychological space between graphic rigour and theatrical narrative.

E30 Gallery in Frankfurt is dedicating a comprehensive solo exhibition, Calm and Motion, to the Berlin-based painter Christopher Kieling (born 1988). Immerse yourself in the unique aesthetics of an artist who is considered an indispensable voice in contemporary German painting, and who is redefining structural figuration.

His unique method fuses the formal discipline of graphic design with a deep-rooted understanding of theatrical stage design. Having graduated with a BA in Graphic Design from the renowned Central Saint Martins in London, Kieling uses the rigour of design to create controlled psychological stages.

The title 'Calm and Motion' encapsulates the central tension in Kieling's work.

• The 'calm' is evident in the structural clarity, hard geometric patterns and smooth pastel surfaces, which draw inspiration from mathematically influenced works such as those of M. C. Escher and Euan Uglow.
• The 'motion' is evident in the expressive gestures of the protagonists and the deliberately placed 'props'.

Theatre is a central motif and source of inspiration for Kieling, who is the son of stage actors. It gave him the courage to pursue his artistic path. His compositions always function as stages, creating a conscious dialogue between characters and their surroundings whose stories must be actively deciphered.

In the gallery rooms and adjacent offices, we are exhibiting works from the last four years. These include the internationally acclaimed Sierra series, with which Kieling confirmed his status as an interpretive voice in 2020. Other notable pieces, such as 'Falling Cherries', demonstrate how Kieling uses geometric areas of colour to fragment the reality of the figures and achieve a unique structural clarity. Discover the fascinating depth of his meticulously controlled psychological stage spaces.

Vernissage: Friday, 7 November 2025, 7:30 - 9:30 pm. The artist will be present.

Further opening hours: every Sunday 2.00 to 4.00 pm and individual appointments (free of charge)