The Artistic Evolution of Peter Angermann
Born in Rehau, Germany, Peter Angermann is a painter, graphic artist, watercolorist, and draftsperson who has also worked as a performance artist and university teacher. His formal education began at the Academy of Fine Arts in Nuremberg, followed by studies in the class of Joseph Beuys at the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf. During his time at the academy, he became a co-founder of the YIUP group, known for provocative actions. Later, alongside Milan Kunc and Jan Knap, he formed the group NORMAL, which focused on a visual language oriented toward everyday life and the rejection of individualism.
Angermann's diverse body of work includes a series of "bear paintings" that explore family life and the human condition through the guise of a bear. His oeuvre also features a significant focus on en plein air painting, showcasing a mastery of color. His career has been marked by a transition between themed works and landscapes, a combination that defines his unique presence in the contemporary art scene.
Academic Career and Exhibitions
Beyond his studio practice, Angermann has dedicated much of his career to teaching. He held guest professorships in Reykjavík and Kassel, followed by a professorship at the Städelschule in Frankfurt am Main from 1996 to 2002. He later served at the Academy of Fine Arts, Nuremberg, until 2010. Currently, he resides in Thurndorf, Germany, where he continues to focus on the medium of painting.
His work has been featured in numerous international exhibitions, including:
