Cornelia Singer

Art was always in Cornelia Singer’s nature. Luckily, she was always encouraged to pursue it. “It’s the only thing that keeps my head straight, keeps me excited about the future…It’s my way of release, expression and solitude.” Having grown up learning-disabled, Singer didn’t feel she was good at much but Art. She spent her time drawing and painting before diving into Media Art about a decade ago. It was a medium that transcended the verbal, and as she grew as an artist, Singer came to adopt Digital Collage, Photography, Electronic Illustration and Installation as primary mediums. “I want my work to look and feel like music. What I love about Abstract Art is that you mold it to mean whatever you want it to do. It’s complimentary, vague, but the color helps it stand out,” reflects Singer. She names neon lights and modern technology as definite influences, as well as finding beauty in the everyday. In addition to her multi-genre practice, Cornelia also freelances as a model, promoter, host and works additional odd jobs. “Chaos” is a strong element both of her work and personality, but the artist is looking for strategies to help her calm down and ease anxiety. “I need to break out of that comfort zone, to benefit my mental health. I also need to stop telling myself I’m not good enough and just produce nonstop and care more about what I think of my work than what others think,” explains Singer, reflecting on some of her biggest challenges. Currently, she’s making a painting in the same style as her digital pieces. She’s hoping to one day break into videography, and has a vast array of visions for music videos. Animation feels like a key ingredient for some of her pieces: “This would look so cool if it actually moved,” jokes Cornelia.