Nicolas Witschi

Swiss artist Nicolas Witschi (*1989) explores the theme of landscape through painting, installations, and self-produced pigments. Fascinated by geology, he collects stones from remote locations, breaking them down into fine pigments to create his works. His artistic process mirrors the natural cycles of erosion, sedimentation, and petrification—compressing millions of years into each piece. By transforming raw materials, he bridges past and present, revealing the deep history embedded in stone. His landscapes are not just depictions of nature but metaphors for time, memory, and existence. Through layered textures and atmospheric compositions, Witschi captures the essence of place and evokes emotions beyond words. His work invites viewers to reflect on the passage of time and the fragile yet enduring nature of the world around us. Blurring the boundaries between material and meaning, Witschi’s art transforms landscape painting into a profound exploration of geological and human narratives.