Leif Kath

Leif Kath approaches the surface of his artworks with deliberate precision, starting with lines that meander across the paper. At the heart of his compositions lies a careful interplay of lines, shapes, and colors. His primary concern is the surface itself and the endless possibilities for variation within it. Through a process of methodical refinement, Kath explores new ways to manipulate the flat surface, revealing a work process that balances addition and subtraction until the final image emerges; sharp, exact, and clean. His work gravitates toward a geometric visual language, where forms, lines, and planes contain all meaning. There are no narratives or external references in Kath’s art, only the formal qualities and the internal dynamics of the image itself. Through minimal gestures, Kath delves into fundamental oppositions; positive versus negative space, light versus dark, and the contrast between organic and geometric forms. Kath’s abstract, non-representational work is rooted in the pursuit of geometric clarity, with a focus on line, color, and form. His deep engagement with the principles of artists like Malevich and Mondrian distinguishes him in the contemporary art scene. In some of his pieces, the empty spaces (the white areas framed by clean, precise lines) become the central subject. These voids suggest a sense of potential, representing the endless creative possibilities within the artwork. Through his persistent investigation of abstraction, and his use of a broad range of materials, Leif Kath has established himself as a lasting and important figure in global art scene.