The Artistic Journey of Norbert Pümpel
Born in 1956 in Innsbruck, Austria, Norbert Pümpel is a visual artist who lives and works in Drosendorf an der Thaya, Austria. His career began with concept art at the end of the 1970s. Rather than attending an academy of art, he studied mathematics, physics, and philosophy. As an autodidact, his work develops at the interface of natural science, philosophy, and theology, addressing themes such as time, space, quantum physics, and the theory of probability.
His diverse body of work includes entropic drawings, laser projects, and explorations into the theory of black holes and Schrödinger's cat paradox. Pümpel has utilized various materials and methods, including:
- Ash works on the subject of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
- Egg tempera, cadmium red, and ashes on canvas
- Oils, bitumen, and solutions on thin Chinese rice paper
- The "Condensates" series based on Bose-Einstein condensation
Recognition and Professional Life
Pümpel has held several significant positions within the Austrian art community. From 1992 to 2002, he was a member of the Cultural Council of the Tyrolean Provincial Government. He also served as the chairman of the Professional Association of Visual Artists in Vorarlberg from 2010 to 2016. In 2010, he received the Golden Decoration of Honor for Services to the Republic of Austria.
His exhibitions have taken place across Europe, the USA, and Japan. Notable locations include the Museum Liaunig in Austria, the Sharjah Art Museum in the United Arab Emirates, and Concept Space in Shibukawa, Japan. His works are held in various collections, including the Liaunig Collection and the Federal Artotheque Vienna.
Questions & Answers
Where is Norbert Pümpel from?
Norbert Pümpel was born in Austria.
In which movements did Norbert Pümpel work?
Norbert Pümpel's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.
Can I sort Norbert Pümpel's artworks by color?
The Spectral Index of Norbert Pümpel is a page that organizes the artist's artworks by their colors.
Can I explore Norbert Pümpel's works by keyword?
To find works by Norbert Pümpel on a specific theme, use the artist's By Keywords page, which groups the artworks by keyword.
