The German artist, Daniel Richter, was born in Eutin, Germany during 1962. He is currently living and working in Berlin and Hamburg. He studied under the experienced painter, Werner Buttner. Richter was also a professor from 2004-2006 at
the Universität der Künste, located in Berlin. He is largely known for his large paintings that are mainly inspired by the current culture and the mass media. His artwork revolves around expressionism. As seen by the quick and short brush strokes that are throughout the entirety of the paintings. Richter focuses heavily on creating scenes throughput all of his works. Most pf his works are very dark giving it an eerie mood when looking at it. Early in his career, Richter did more abstract paintings. These were said to be very psychedelic. By 2002 he began to change the style of his works to create scenes. It is said that he is largely inspired by newspapers and history books that depicted certain moments in time in a different way. Recently, to help get the look of his paintings right, Richter has looked into Christianity and German historical influences to create new works of art that still seem fresh to long time viewers. He has used these resources to help create the contemporary scenes he is known for. Richter has also won the award of Young Art in Germany.
