Untitled, 2021
André Butzer (b. 1973, Stuttgart, Germany) is a seminal figure in contemporary painting, celebrated for his dynamic exploration of form, color, and existential narrative. Merging German Expressionism with elements of pop culture, science fiction, and philosophical inquiry, Butzer has developed a distinctive visual language that he terms "Science-Fiction-Expressionism." His work oscillates between figuration and abstraction, often featuring archetypal characters and symbolic references that evoke themes of utopia, dystopia, and the human condition.