Blending rebellious culture with tradition, Anselm Reyle addresses clichés with a satirical and critical stance in his practice, integrating dynamism with decay. The artist reinterprets found objects in different contexts and transforms the remnants of consumer society, discarded materials, and symbols of urban life and industrial change into artworks. His neon installations play a dominant role in his practice, where he combines kitsch elements with high-art environments. His stainless-steel sculptures have an almost immaterial and virtual appearance. His ceramic sculptures are drawn from the Fat Lava technique from the 1960s and 70s, popular then and now only found in second-hand shops or flea markets. These ceramics were accidentally discovered when manufacturers tried to heat bright colours, making some parts of the pottery turn black. By emphasising the unique aesthetics of the damaged or broken in his ceramic sculptures, he offers a conscious resistance against conformity and a provocative approach against the homogenisation of artistic expression. Through all the disciplines he incorporates into his practice, be they painting, sculpture or installation, Anselm Reyle not only pushes the boundaries of conventional art interpretations but also challenges the prevailing trends and expectations of contemporary art.
