Steve Viezens

Steve Viezens is a Lecturer and Workshop Leader for Lithography and Silk Screen Printing at the Academy of Fine Arts Nuremberg (AdBK Nürnberg). He holds a Master's degree from the HGB Leipzig, specializing in Painting and Graphic Art. His career includes freelance work since 2005 and exhibitions across Europe, focusing on contemporary graphic art, sculpture, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Key exhibitions include 'Ladder to Heaven' (2017) and 'Offenbarung' (2016), exploring religious symbolism and modern art. Viezens has participated in international symposia and residency programs, such as the Meissen Art Campus (2011) and Artist in Residence in Krems (2011). His work is featured in prominent collections like the Museum der bildenden Künste Leipzig and institutions in Reutlingen and Dresden.

Education:

• 2005–2008: Master's Studies under Sighard Gille, HGB Leipzig
• 1999–2005: Fine Arts Studies, HGB Leipzig

Research interests center on printmaking techniques, contemporary art dialogues, and the intersection of traditional and modern graphic practices. His exhibitions often critique cultural and religious themes through visual narratives. Recent publications include catalogues for solo and group shows, reflecting his engagement with both historical and experimental art forms.

Grants and collaborations highlight his role in the Leipzig art scene, including participation in symposia and residency programs. His workshop at AdBK Nürnberg focuses on training students in lithography and silk screen printing, emphasizing technical mastery and creative expression.