"My paintings are my language - a surreal expressive journey through inner worlds. They reveal what lies beyond the visible and echoes from within."

painting

Reset, oil on canvas, 100x80 cm

"Ladies and gentlemen, buckle up! You are about to witness a very special scenario: the absurdity of this world. If you don't like what you see, feel free to press the red reset button at any time!"

The Gift, oil on canvas, 95x65 cm

Artist Statement

Eva Ludwig, Portrait

As a visual artist, I work in two areas: oil painting and experimental animated short films. My art explores themes that accompany us throughout our lives: Feelings, thoughts, experiences, dreams, and social and political developments.


I have been fascinated by surrealism since childhood. I find it to be the ideal form of expression for depicting these multilayered themes in a coded way.


In my paintings, I use an expressive color palette to vividly and intensely convey these themes. Through my work, I aim to encourage viewers to reflect and take them on an emotional and intellectual journey. I want to open up a dialogue about what makes us human in our society.

EXPERIMENTAL SHORTS

"My films are my visual statements to the world, addressing current social and political events in an imaginative and surreal way."

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Breathtaking colors of our planet
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Visual odyssey across continents
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Portraits of people from around the globe
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Stark beauty of desolate dunes
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experimental animation short films by Eva Ludwig
experimental animation short films by Eva Ludwig
experimental animation short films by Eva Ludwig

Director Statement

Eva Ludwig, Portrait

The challenges facing humanity as a whole seem to grow from year to year. Global wars and crises, natural disasters and increasing violence, especially against women, can be observed in many parts of the world. Crime is on the rise, conflicts are escalating everywhere. 


As a filmmaker my  goal is to invite the viewer to engage with the issues and to focus on the fact that we as human beings are obligated to live humanity especially when we are in positions of leadership. 


I use 3D animation to bring themes to life, and sometimes I add Live Action to the films. This takes the subject matter to a new level, creating a visual framework that emphasizes the story. I always produce the visuals and the music myself.

NEWS

  • AUGUST

    WINNER

    The EXPERIMENTAL FILM FESTIVAL in Barcelona  honored nex^us with the Best Dance Animation Award!

    This is our first time participating in a film festival dedicated exclusively to experimental films and nex^us was a finalist in three categories. Our film ultimately won the Best Dance Animation award, as well as a wonderful review from the jury!

  • JULY

    EXHIBITION

    Participation in the CEV Gallery's virtual exhibition in Phoenix, Arizona. The juried exhibition's theme is "Viral Visuals: Art That Pops in the Feed.”

  • MAY

    THE INTERCONTINENTAL BIENAL BEGINS IN MAY!


    As one of 500 selected artists, I will participate in the exhibition, which will take place from May 10 to November 23, 2025 in various locations around the globe.


    My painting Looking for New DNA (80x100cm) was selected from 25,567 artworks submitted.


    This painting was born out of the observation that many people long to remake the world and their own lives from the ground up. 

    But for many this seems almost impossible in the face of so many external crises. And any attempt to withdraw from world events in order to make the world a different, better place for oneself is like trying to change one's own DNA. 

  • APRIL

    WINNER

    An Honorable Mention Award from New York! 

    Nex^us was awarded by THE PARAMOUNT CINE CARNIVAL, Manhattan!


    FINE ART AMERICA

    Some of my paintigs are now available at Fine Art America, the world's largest art platform.  Find︎ posters, various prints (canvas, metal, framed, wood, etc.), bags, cell phone cases, throw pillows and much more! 


    Worldwide shipping!


    Please feel free to visit my Fine Art America Homepage: https://eva-ludwig.pixels.com/


    WINNER

    nex^us was awarded with an Outstanding Achievement Award by the STERLING INTERNATIONAL CINE CARNIVAL, London!

  • MARCH

    OFFICIAL SELECTION

    nex^us will be part of THE PARAMOUNT CINE CARNIVAL, New York!


    INTERCONTINENTAL BIENAL

    I am taking part in the Intercontinental Biennial 2025!

    25,567 submissions worldwide!

    500 artists selected!

    The Intercontinental Bienal is a cultural initiative that promotes art, design and performance worldwide. It unites the continents by presenting outstanding works by artists from the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa and Oceania. It takes place from May 10 to November 23 in various locations around the world.


    WINNER

    nex^us was awarded with an Outstanding Achievement Award by the CALCUTTA FILM COMPETITION, India!

  • FEBRUARY

    WINNER

    The SWEDISH ACADEMY OF MOTION PICTURE AWARDS honored nex^us with the Best Experimental Award!


    WINNER

    nex^us was awarded with an Outstanding Achievement Award by the NEXUS IFF, San Francisco, California!


    WINNER

    Another Laurel for nex^us from the SINGAPORE INDEPENDENT FILM FAIR!

  • JANUARY

    WINNER

    Another award for nex^us comes from PHUKET IFF, Thailand.


    WINNER

    BIG BEN IFF from London honored nex^us with the Best Experimental award.


    OFFICIAL SELECTION

    nex^us will be part of the SINGAPORE INDEPENDENT FILM FAIR!


    NOMINATION

    nex^us has been nominated for the CINEMATOGRAPHY & PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS 2025, London