Castell Sophie. The madness in my head, 2024. Acrylic on paper
Analog and digital: a symbiosis of my world of ideas
My exhibition focuses on the combination of analog and digital art - a fusion that unites the best of both worlds. The starting point is a self-painted picture that reflects my thoughts and feelings in an authentic way. It is not perfect, but a direct expression of my inner chaos and intensity. The colorful, abstract faces and the lively background give the work an expressive dynamic. Even a mistake in cutting out, which made the edges wavy and irregular, became part of the process. Gluing the image onto black paper created a new, powerful contrast that makes the colors and shapes stand out more.
The digital component of my project came about through an accidental experiment with Prome AI. The resulting animation was so perfect for me that I left it unchanged. With the help of a projector, the digital work is projected onto the analog image. The painting seems to come to life and move - a fascinating illusion that blurs the boundaries between the two art forms.
My aim in this project was to build a bridge between analog and digital art. At a time when digital alternatives are becoming increasingly dominant, I wanted to show that analog art does not lose its value. On the contrary, the two approaches can complement each other and create something completely new. The combination of hand-painted art and digital animations makes it possible to integrate classical art forms into the modern world without them losing their significance. My project is an experiment and at the same time a plea for the interplay of tradition and innovation in art.
I have utilized Prome AI for the video clip.
Sophie Castell
- Student of art, music and theatre at LMU with focus on art: 2022 – 2023
- Working Student – grapic design & social media & marketing: 2022 until now
- Student of art and multimedia at LMU: 2023 - 2026