Susanne Rikus stands grounded and open, arms extended as if embracing the vast, fiery presence behind her. The monumental painting radiates in deep reds, layered with raw gestures, shadowed forms, and a bold, flowing arc of yellow that cuts through like a stream of molten light. Subtle shapes—suggestive of eyes, movement, and inner landscapes—emerge and dissolve within the surface.
In the foreground, a sculptural installation of weathered wood and dark metal stretches diagonally across the space, scattered with small, stone-like forms. It evokes a sense of weight, balance, and passage—like a path or threshold that must be crossed.
Together, the elements create a dialogue between human presence, emotional intensity, and transformation. The figure becomes both witness and participant—holding space for the fire, the chaos, and the quiet power of integration.