Paper Studies 18
Mareike BöhmerMareike Böhmer constructs visual balance through the tactile language of paper, layering shape and texture to explore the geometry of space. This portrait-oriented study finds harmony in the subtle interplay of edges and shadows, treating the composition as an exercise in structural stillness.

Paper Studies 18
Mareike Böhmer constructs visual balance through the tactile language of paper, layering shape and texture to explore the geometry of space. This portrait-oriented study finds harmony in the subtle interplay of edges and shadows, treating the composition as an exercise in structural stillness.
28 × 35 cm · about ⅙ the width of a 3-seat sofa
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Art Analysis
A structural exploration of texture and geometric depth
In this piece, Böhmer focuses on the physical presence of her medium, allowing the organic qualities of paper to dictate the rhythm of the work. The vertical orientation emphasizes a sense of grounded stability, where each form is placed with deliberate intent to create a dialogue between light and depth. By stripping away unnecessary detail, the artist highlights the raw beauty of minimalist construction and the quiet tension found in overlapping planes.
The work functions as a meditation on material and form, inviting the viewer to notice the nuances of texture that emerge from a limited palette. There is a rhythmic quality to the arrangement, suggesting a process that is both methodical and intuitive. The result is a composition that feels architectural yet intimate, capturing a moment of frozen movement through the simple, honest layering of paper elements.
The work uses a limited palette and simple materials to investigate the fundamental properties of volume and space.
Böhmer uses the physical properties of paper to create a sense of three-dimensional depth within a flat plane.
The portrait orientation provides a stable framework for the floating elements, creating a sense of upward momentum and poise.
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