ABOUT

The Power of Waves: Elmiger’s Signature Style

Christian Elmiger, a Swiss artist with over 30 years of artistic practice, has built a career around transforming colors, shapes, and forms into unique, signature works of art. His journey in the world of art began early, and over the decades, his passion has only deepened. Inspired by the freedom to explore and redefine the boundaries of art, Elmiger’s paintings range from figurative to abstract, and in recent years, his focus has been on a very distinct style: wave-like structures.

Since 2017, waves have become a defining feature of Christian Elmiger's art. These wave-like patterns create a multilayered effect, offering a symbolic curtain that conceals yet reveals. The waves represent the unseen, the hidden forces that move beneath the surface. They add a rhythmic pulse to each piece, giving the viewer more than just an image to look at—each painting becomes a gateway to a deeper, almost metaphysical experience.

In a figurative painting, for instance, the waves function like vibrations, interacting with the central image in ways that can complement or even alienate the subject. In Elmiger’s abstract works, the waves suggest a bridge between artistic expression and science. Similar to how quantum physics views waves as a fundamental part of understanding the universe, Elmiger’s waves offer a subtle commentary on the unseen forces in life and nature.

A Seamless Fusion of Techniques

One of the most intriguing aspects of Christian Elmiger's art is his versatility. He seamlessly blends various media and techniques—painting, photography, woodcutting, and more—into a cohesive body of work. This dynamic approach allows him to push the boundaries of his visual language, ensuring that his art is constantly evolving. As a result, each series of paintings offers a fresh interpretation of his ongoing exploration of form and meaning.

Elmiger often works on multiple series at once, a process that allows for a rich interplay of ideas and techniques. This approach further underscores his commitment to evolving his artistic voice and ensuring that each piece feels distinct, yet part of a larger narrative.

Biography

Christian Elmiger was born in 1976 and grew up in Lucerne. In 1993, he graduated from the free art class at the Material & Form School in Lucerne and began his own artistic career. After completing the preliminary course at Zurich University of the Arts (1995) and attending the graphic design course at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (1996), Christian Elmiger worked in various advertising agencies and as a freelance graphic designer. In 2015, he also completed a degree in social work at the University of Applied Sciences in Zurich. He is the father of two daughters.