Stefan Gross

Stefan Gross

Stefan Gross (1964) was born in Bendorf, Germany and is currently living and working in The Netherlands. Stefan commenced his career as an apprentice in the practice of stained glass manufacture. In 1988 he became a master of the practice and decided to continue his art studies at the Art Academy HBK Saar in Saarbrücken.

Oil Plastic

In 2006 he developed a material of his own he now predominantly uses: ‘oil plastic’. It results from dyeing industrial plastic with classic oil paints. It is surface and paint in one and enables Stefan Gross to extend the painted surface three-dimensionally. ‘Oil plastic’ is translucent and behaves, at a relatively low temperature, like glass. Almost all of the plastic Gross uses, is recycled. In his work, Stefan Gross depicts, in a colourful way, the fall of a society based on growth. “The world is a serious place these days. This is a problem I adress in my work.” He shows the beauty and potential of industrial production in a look back on the times in which we now live.

Stefan’s works are prominently inspired by nature and he mainly depicts colourful and diverse flower bouquets, by the name of ‘flower bonanza’s’.

Education

• 1981-1990: Completed an apprenticeship, followed by roles as a practitioner and master in stained glass manufacturing.
• 1991-1996: Studied at the Art Academy in Saarbruecken, Germany.

Collections

• Boijmans van Beuningen, Rotterdam
• Van den Broek Foundation

Stefan Gross's work is held in notable collections, reflecting his recognition and influence within the contemporary art feild.

LAM Lisse

photo: thijs wolzak