The Bite Magazine - issue 16

is usually working in overdrive and he finds it hard to shut down and relax. He is also moved by water, lakes, rivers and oceans which really interest him and give him moments of peace.“It also allows me to draw in a lot of the energy from the environment and channel it into my artis- tic practice. I am very grateful to have studied by the Medway in Kent’s historic dockyards and walk along the water every day.” At the present moment, one of his favourite pieces of work is his most recent piece ‘Man Ray LeViolon’ because “it is the physical embodiment of how I see photography.” He then adds, “I am fascinated with photographic objects and creating 3D dimensional forms out of images. Man Ray was one of the first artists I studied as he is coined the master of ‘photograms’, something I experimented a lot with during the early stages of my artistic career.” He explained that the flat 2D prints are made in the dark room by using just light exposures on photographic paper and there is no need for a camera.“I just positioned this process by using it in 3D printing to mimic one of his most famous ‘photograms’ Le Violon of a woman who models with only her back showing and the music symbols are set upon her to objectify the lady into a musical instru- ment. By creating a three dimensional version of this and placed under a red light from a photographic enlarger, the piece becomes something completely new as the audience is forced to con- sider the entirety of the form.” While on the subject of embodying other artists’ work in a new creative way, we asked Warnecke if there are any art pieces by another artist that he wished he had made.“Yes, of course! I think any artist whether you like them or not have to be envious of Jeff Koon and Damien Hirst. Many artists won’t admit it or even admit liking them but they are the living examples of how thinking outside the box is the way to becoming a superstar artist. The piece I would love to have made first would be the balloon dogs as they are just so unique and identifi- able, and at the top of any serious art collector’s list.” In addition to this, the artist greatly admires New York-based Danish photographer Asger Carlsen who is renowned for his photographic works of warped human bodies. “He is great and worth checking out… I remember buying his photobook in my first year of university and looking through it almost every day for inspiration. I hope to one day meet or collaborate with him but I have a long way to go to achieve this.” Warnecke revealed that he has always wanted to show in New York not only because he has a lot of family living there but also because,“it is a boyhood dream to exhibit there.” In fact, it won’t be long before that dream becomes a reality as the artist will be showing his work along with a London contemporary art gallery based in Store Street, in central London at the 2016 Affordable Art Fair in New York. Although he is a newcomer on the art scene,Warnecke has a take on how he views the art industry.“I have worked in the art industry for a year now as an intern and a gallery assistant, which has given me a good insight into how things are run behind the scenes as well as practicing in the studio. I’m going to be completely honest with you and say that a year ago I would be thinking about other ways of making a living or thinking it’s too hard to make it as an artist. But I do not think that is the case as there are so many opportunities out there now for young artists. Also being able to see artists that are older than me selling well at galleries and art fairs, and have made a living out of this is very encouraging. This industry has so many openings of shows and private events that are usually packed out with the most eccentric and crazy people you can find there is never a boring moment in the art world.” For aspiring artists, he would advise them to keep proactive. “You don’t want to have gone through university or college having spent countless hours on essays and putting so much energy into creating fantastic projects to fall into a comfort- able job unrelated to art. If you get the opportunity, try to get a job where you are still involved in the arts in some way. Working in a gallery is a great place to be, as you will never stop thinking about your own ideas. Also any job like print labs or art supply shops are good as you can benefit from the perks of the job.To break into companies you might have to intern for free for as long as 12 months but there will be light at the end of the tunnel.” Until we seeWarnecke’s projects materi- alise in faraway lands that he spoke about earlier, he will continue to create work and think outside the box. “I hope to climb the gallery art fair ladder and one day reach my ultimate dream of showing at the Frieze Art Fair. By staying positive and never giving up, I am happy to be an artist and jump over any hurdles that come my way financially or artistically.” Daniel Warnecke’s work can be seen on both his website and GX Gallery websites. www.warneckedaniel.wix.com/ danielwarneckeart www.gxgallery.com/ artists/106-daniel-warnecke/works bite artist profile