Sven Kroner, Light Pollution, 2006

Light Pollution, 2006. Acrylic on canvas. 63 x 118 inches.

Sven Kroner
German, born 1973

Light Pollution, 2006

At first, Kroner’s work seems to be one of the Arcadian landscapes from the long tradition of the landscape: vast European landscapes, with sunrays penetrating the foliage and creating a play of light and dappled shadow underneath the trees, sweeping views.

Kroner instead offers only the most minimal implication of human presence. He only leaves subtle hints as part of a large commentary on our ongoing connections with the natural world but also our mistreatment of it. Kroner adjusts the presence of humanity and, in doing so, alters the impact of his landscapes altogether.

Kroner is currently based in Düsseldorf and splits his time between teaching and painting.

Sven Kroner exhibits in Germany, The Netherlands, United States and elsewhere. His first exhibition was at Kunstverein Wilhelmshöhe Ettlingen e. V. in 1996. Important shows include Sven Kroner at Marc Straus in New York City, NY, at Ludwig Forum für Internationale Kunst in Aachen and Sies + Höke in Dusseldorf. Sven Kroner’s art is in 4 museum collections including Zabludowicz Collection, London and Gemeentemuseum Helmond - Boscotondohal in Helmond among others.