Sibylle Laubscher: Fine art painting, commissions, art education, art philosophy.
Sibylle Laubscher is an Anglo-Swiss artist based near Basel, dedicated to the European tradition of fine art, painting, and philosophy. Born in 1971 and educated in both Switzerland and the United Kingdom, her work is deeply informed by the aesthetic theories of Immanuel Kant and a decade of intensive study in art theory. Sibylle Laubscher specializes in creating what she terms "living pictures," where the primary interests are the interplay of movement and light. Her artistic practice encompasses various mediums, including acrylics, watercolor, and printmaking. She often explores mythical themes of transition, the collective unconscious, and the "Otherworlds," aiming to draw viewers into magical spaces of wonder and joy as a counterpoint to everyday reality. Beyond her studio work, Sibylle Laubscher is a multifaceted creator who produces monthly political cartoons for the Volksstimme newspaper and has designed notable commercial works, such as mugs for the Schönbrunn Palace. She is also a passionate educator, hosting an Art School and sharing her insights through her "Art Talk" YouTube channel, where she discusses the spiritual and philosophical dimensions of art. Her commitment to "truly seeing" is reflected in her live painting sessions at concerts and cafes, and her participation in prestigious programs like the Royal Drawing School in London. Through her diverse projects, Sibylle Laubscher seeks to bridge the gap between nature and abstraction, ensuring that her art serves as a friend that opens the viewer up to beauty and infinity.