Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 100 x 75 cm
Year: 2025.
Concept: Gothic Mysticism
Description: This work features a monochrome blue-grey palette with a dramatic warm light accent from the lantern. The meticulous detail—from the delicate lace of the dress to the individual petals of the water lilies—showcases a mastery of classical multilayered oil painting. The piece explores themes of solitude, inner light, and the mystical bond between humanity and the nocturnal world.
Lilien der Nacht
Was Liebe sein kann
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 70 x 100 cm
Year: 2025
Concept: Contemporary Gothic Romanticism
Description: An evocative exploration of memory and the enduring nature of emotional bonds. The work captures a moment of stillness where time seems to dissolve, leaving only the weight of an embrace. Through a refined monochromatic scale, the composition explores the thin line between the physical world and the spectral echoes of the heart. A tribute to the silent, invisible forces that pull souls together in the twilight
Auf dem Weg der Enttäuschungen
Dimensions: 75 x 100 cm
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Year: 2025
Concept: Gothic Mysticism
Description: A haunting visual narrative of the human journey. 'Auf dem Weg der Enttäuschungen' explores the somber beauty found in letting go of illusions. The solitary figure, guided only by a flickering flame, navigates a path through a landscape of spectral monuments and fading light. This work captures the precise moment when disappointment transforms into wisdom, and the shadows of the past lead to the fortress of the true self. A profound study in atmosphere and the mystical weight of silence."
Description: A visceral exploration of the inexorable flow of existence. 'Die Zeit ist um' (Time is Up) masterfully blends the stillness of gothic portraiture with the chaotic energy of passing moments. The central figure, anchored by the gaze of golden eyes and the steady glow of a candle, holds the hourglass—a symbol of the present moment caught between the mechanical precision of the clock and the abstract fragmentation of time. This piece represents the climactic point of Gothic Mysticism, where mortality and eternity collide in a vivid display of light and shadow.
Die Zeit ist um
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 60 x 70 cm
Year: 2025
Concept: Gothic Mysticism
Saiten der Ewigkeit
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 55 x 75 cm
YEAR: 2025
Concept: Gothic Mysticism
Description: A celestial symphony captured in azure tones. 'Saiten der Ewigkeit' (Strings of Eternity) depicts the moment where earthly music transcends into the infinite. This work serves as a cornerstone of Gothic Mysticism, illustrating the invisible vibrations that connect the human soul to the eternal. It is a visual meditation on the harmony between the creative spirit and the mysterious stillness of the night.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 80 x 60 cm
YEAR: 2025
Concept: Gothic Mysticism
Description:
A moment frozen between the warmth of a distant sanctuary and the biting chill of the winter night. This piece explores the duality of isolation—the comfort of the glowing hearth we leave behind and the melancholic beauty of the path we choose to walk alone. A haunting synthesis of Victorian elegance and the timeless stillness of a world under snow.
Licht und Stille
Ein Engel an meinem Tor
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 75 x 100 cm
YEAR: 2025
Concept: Gothic Mysticism
Description: This work serves as a profound meditation on guardianship and the sacred boundaries of the soul. The manor, rising through the spectral mist of the Weser valley, represents the sanctuary of the mind, while the stone angel stands as a silent sentinel at the threshold.
Through a delicate play of light and shadow, the painting captures the tension between the solid architecture of reality and the ethereal whispers of the mystical. It is a visual journey across the bridge of intuition, where every brushstroke seeks to uncover the living pulse behind the veil of silence.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 70 x 100 cm
YEAR: 2024
Concept: Dark Romanticism / Fairy Tale Realism
Noch in dieser Nacht
Description: A cinematic exploration of arrival and anticipation. The composition pulls the viewer into a winter journey, where the warm glow of torches and the illuminated windows of the palace stand as a beacon against the deep, electric blues of the night sky. The figure on horseback, cloaked in vibrant tones, represents a moment of transition—a final approach to sanctuary before the night ends. It is a work where the stillness of the snow meets the flickering energy of fire, inviting the viewer to wonder what awaits behind the palace gates.
Januar Elegy
Medium: Oil on canvas, palette knife technique
Dimensions: 95 x 100 cm
YEAR: 2025
Concept: Mystical Realism / Gothic
Description: In 'Januar Elegy', I have captured the essence of my Light & Silence concept. An elegy is always a musical composition filled with a sense of 'bright sorrow,' and here, that music takes form through oil strokes.
I perceive the architecture of the castle not merely as an object, but as a symbol of the spirit's resilience amidst the cold uncertainty of the world. The lantern light on the bridge serves as a beacon of hope, guiding the way through the winter stillness toward an inner light.
This artwork was awarded the Jade Cup (4th Place) in the Winter Rhapsody 2026 competition.
Medium: Oil on canvas, palette knife technique
Dimensions: 75 x 100 cm
Year: 2025
Concept: Mystical Realism / Gothic
Die Schweigetore
Description: In 'Die Schweigetore', I explore the concept of the 'threshold' — a recurring theme in my philosophical inquiries. The gates are not merely a physical barrier, but a symbol of the transition between silence and revelation.
The architectural precision, rendered with a palette knife, creates a sense of enduring history, while the ethereal light from the windows suggests a life hidden from the casual observer. As an artist, I aim to show that silence is not empty; it is a space filled with memories and anticipation. This painting is a bridge for the viewer to enter their own 'inner manor' of reflection.
Die Nacht, in der Träume wahr werden
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 60 x 80 cm
Year: 2025
Concept: Gothic Romanticism
Description: In this masterpiece, Alek Groß captures a moment of ethereal triumph. It is a visual symphony of silver moonlight, glowing lanterns, and the quiet power of destiny. The contrast between the dark, skeletal trees and the golden glow of the windows emphasizes that even in the deepest winter of the soul, there is a sanctuary where dreams find their form.
Der geheime Traum
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 55 x 75 cm
Year: 2025
Concept: Gothic Mysticism / Visionary Art
The Essence: In «Der geheime Traum» (The Secret Dream), Alek Groß invites the viewer into the sacred sanctuary of the sleeping mind. This piece is a journey through the veiled corridors of gothic romanticism, where moonlight illuminates what is hidden by day. It is not just a dream captured in oil; it is an invitation to remember the visions we lose upon waking.
Artistic Vision: Masterfully blending deep shadows with ethereal light, this work embodies the core of Gothic Mysticism. The heavy texture of the oil paint adds a physical dimension to the dreamscape, making the "secret" almost tangible.
Liebe über Leben
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 70 x 90 cm
Year: 2024
Concept: Gothic Mysticism / Dark Romanticism
Inspiration: Lacrimosa
The Vision: In «Liebe über Leben», Alek Groß explores the ultimate sacrifice and the enduring power of the heart. The central figure, shrouded in the elegance of gothic attire, stands against the backdrop of a moonlit castle — a sanctuary of memories. This piece is a visual interpretation of the struggle between life’s fragility and love’s immortality.
Artistic Style: As part of the Gothic Mysticism series, the work utilizes dramatic contrasts of light and shadow (chiaroscuro). The vibrant teal sky and the glowing full moon create an otherworldly atmosphere, while the meticulous detail of the lace and the castle’s architecture reflects a profound respect for classical oil techniques.
Artist’s Insight: "Inspired by the music that shaped a generation of dark souls, this painting is my answer to the question of what remains when life fades. Only love stays." — Alek Groß
Portal des Spiegellandes: Jenseits der Zeit
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 75 x 100 cm
Year: 2026
Concept: Gothic Mysticism/ Visionary Realism
The Narrative: In «Portal des Spiegellandes: Jenseits der Zeit», Alek Groß masterfully explores the fragility of existence through the lens of a winter myth. The canvas is dominated by the ethereal presence of the Snow Queen — a guardian of eternity whose gaze holds both wisdom and ice. Through the golden frame of a portal, we witness a vortex of stardust and memories, connecting the cold reality of the present with the golden light of a romantic past.
Symbols and Visions: The dual representation of time — the majestic clock face in the portal and the melting pocket watch in the foreground — emphasizes the surreal, "Dali-esque" distortion of moments. The scene of the prince and the maiden is a fleeting fragment of a dream, while the dark silhouette of the queen walking towards the gothic cathedral represents the soul's final journey into the unknown.
Style: This work represents the peak of Gothic Mysticism. The delicate work with whites, silvers, and deep blues creates a luminous, shivering atmosphere, while the warm glow of the candle stands as a symbol of hope amidst the eternal frost.
Autumn Morning in a Quiet Alley
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 70 x 90 cm
Year: 2023
Concept: Urban Poetics
Description
In this piece, Alek Groß captures the fragile stillness of an early autumn morning in Minden. The composition is a masterclass in the contrast between natural and artificial light: the cool, ethereal turquoise of the dawn sky meets the warm, inviting glow emanating from a villa’s windows.
The wet cobblestones reflect the waking world, leading the eye past parked cars that sit like silent witnesses to the morning. By elevating a mundane street scene into a moment of poetic quietude, Groß invites the viewer to find beauty in the overlooked corners of urban life. It is a tribute to the "Blue Hour"—that fleeting moment when the city breathes before the day begins.
Nebliger Herbstabend
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 50 × 70 cm
Year: 2023
Concept: Contemporary Realism / Urban Impressionism
Description:
In this piece, the autumn fog acts as a physical barrier, reshaping the urban landscape. What appears to be a dark tunnel is, in fact, an open alleyway where the dense mist and shadows have swallowed the surrounding architecture. Only a narrow corridor of light remains, cast by street lamps that struggle to pierce the heavy air.
"Nebliger Herbstabend" is an exploration of how light defines our reality. By isolating a single fragment of a street, the painting transforms a mundane alley into a sanctuary of soft, diffused glow—a fleeting moment of "Urban Poetics" where the city’s edges dissolve into the unknown.
Alone Together
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 40 × 50 cm
Year: 2024
Concept: Contemporary Realism / Urban Impressionism
In 'Allein zu zweit', Alek Gross captures a fleeting moment of quiet intimacy within the urban landscape. An elegant teal iron bridge arches over a rushing stream, serving as a sanctuary for two distant figures. Surrounded by the hazy, golden hues of late autumn, the painting explores the 'Urban Poetics' of finding solitude and connection amidst the structured environment of a city park. The dynamic movement of the water below contrasts with the still, contemplative atmosphere above, creating a symphony of light, color, and emotion.
Description:
Grünes Licht (Green Light)
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 70 × 90 cm
Year: 2023
Concept: Contemporary Realism / Urban Impressionism
Descriprion:
This piece from the Urban Poetics series captures a fleeting moment of urban stillness. At the heart of the composition is the piercing glow of a traffic light, its vibrant green cutting through the deep indigo of a rainy twilight and bleeding into the wet asphalt.
Alek Groß masterfully balances the heavy, silhouette-like architecture against the dynamic streaks of passing tail lights. "Grünes Licht" is more than a cityscape; it is an ode to the silence of an empty highway, where artificial light becomes the protagonist, guiding the viewer through the cool depths of the night. The painting evokes a sense of "nocturnal drift"—the quiet, melancholic romance of the modern city.
November Regen
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 60 × 80 cm
Year: 2023
Concept: Contemporary Realism / Urban Impressionism
"November Regen" — A quiet ode to the city's transitional state. As the golden foliage meets the steel coolness of the rain, time seems to slow down. The lone figure beneath a vibrant pink umbrella serves as a visual anchor, contrasting fragile human warmth against the architectural austerity and the cold rhythm of autumn droplets. It is a moment of contemplation where urban noise dissolves into the rustle of water and fallen leaves.
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July Evening in Barkhausen (Juliabend in Barkhausen)
Original Title: Juliabend in Barkhausen
Year: 2025
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 70 x 90 cm
Concept: Urban Poetics
Description:
In this captivating piece from the Urban Poetics series, Alek Groß explores the fleeting transition between day and night in Barkhausen. The painting captures a quiet suburban intersection bathed in the deep, cinematic indigo of a July twilight.
The artist masterfully balances the cool, expansive sky with the warm, glowing pinpricks of traffic lights and street lamps. The motion of a single car and the architectural silhouettes create a sense of "stilled time"—a poetic observation of a mundane moment transformed into something atmospheric and profound. This large-scale oil on canvas invites the viewer to find beauty in the quietude of the modern landscape.
I'll Be Back
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Dimensions: 90 x 70 cm
Year: 2024
Concept: Cyberpunk Portrait/Neo Pop Art
Description: This work refers to one of the most iconic figures of modern pop culture. The cybernetic hero becomes a symbol not only of strength but also of the unstoppable advance of technology and human ambition.
The painting is built on a contrast between the cold presence of the machine and expressive, almost fragmented fields of color that reconstruct the face like shards of light.
The famous phrase “I'll be back” functions here as a cultural code — ironic and prophetic at the same time. Long after leaving the cinema screen, it has become a symbol of persistence, return and determination.
The piece merges pop culture imagery with painterly interpretation, transforming a familiar icon into an independent artistic statement.