Ulrich Gleiter

German artist Ulrich Gleiter synthesizes the bold colorful strokes of early 20th-century German Expressionism with the rigorous academic techniques of Russian Impressionism, creating a distinctive voice in contemporary landscape painting. Born in 1977, his educational journey from Dresden Academy of Fine Arts to six years at Saint Petersburg's Repin Academy shaped his unique approach to capturing light, atmosphere, and texture through thick impasto and dynamic brushwork. Gleiter's plein air paintings encompass locations across Europe, Russia, and America, from frozen Nordic landscapes to Mediterranean villages, demonstrating his commitment to painting directly from nature. His work has garnered significant recognition, including numerous plein air competition awards and features in major art publications such as Fine Art Connoisseur and American Art Collector. Gallery 1261 in Denver has showcased his work through multiple solo exhibitions including "Migration" (2022) and "The Seasons" (2017), establishing his strong presence in the American West. Currently residing between Germany and Burgundy, France, Gleiter is represented by select galleries across the United States including Gallery 1261 and Abend Gallery.

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