Paul Becx (1966) is a painter, ceramic artist as well as illustrator. Although working as a free artist offers complete autonomy, whereas illustration commissions are strongly bound to the clients wishes, both disciplines are equally challenging.

The post-graduate course in scientific illustration at the Maastricht Academy of Arts has provided a solid theoretical and practical base. A thorough knowledge of human and animal anatomy, an eye for detail and technique are important elements of his style, as well as an often abundant use of color and a high level of (sur)realism.

Fine Arts:

Next to paintings and ceramics as separate forms of art , Paul Becx likes to combine the two. This results in wall-objects; painted wooden panels on which ceramic forms are attached. Compositions are mostly organic in character and based on natural structures and patterns; a lot of inspiration is also drawn from ornamental aspects of architecture and art in the near and remote past. Also, the human form is often an important feature. The main subject is nature, creation if you will, and how we relate to it in the sense that while it dictates our existence, we still do not (and probably never will) understand its full scope. Our continuous search for, and the extension of our boundaries is expressed in science, religion, and, of course, art. To Paul, art concerns the asking of questions; not providing the answers, which it obviously cannot.

The way we have dealt with these matters during various periods in history, and expressed it in symbol and ornament is frequently quoted in Paul’s art, thereby connecting “modern””and “classic” treatment of the subjects. In the end, the aim is to establish an artistic language that is consistent and insensitive to short-lived hypes and trends, and reflects on the insignificance of our time.

Illustrations:

 

Should you be interested in any of the works displayed on this site, be it illustration or free art, or if you have a query about a new commision, please feel free to contact me.