Peace of Basel

An interview with artist Herbert Hofer, unveiling some erotic paintings during Art Basel 2008 at Weam. Here is his official bio: "I love the strong light and colors of South Florida, declares artist Herbert Hofer, who moved to Miami Beach from his native Austria, in 1988. Herbert Felic Hofer was born in Wiener Neustadt, Austria in 1946. He studied architecture at the University of Vienna and worked as a interior designer in Germany before embarking on a search for adventure. His travels took him throughout Europe and Africa. His friendship with film director Frederico Fellini resulted in a stint as an actor in Rome. Hofer calls his paintings modern primitives. Other primitive artists have not traveled outside their countries as I have, he observes, limiting their scope to the issues of their own countries. My art is modern and has little to do with specific cultures. It represents my own search for paradise in the present and future world. My paintings are like windows to a fantasy world that I create. Hofers work reflects the customs of many cultures and is typified by intricate design, vibrant color, and abundant floral decorations,which convey a sophisticated, yet childlike, magical dream quality. His work has been called a shining, guiding light of hope, a ray of sunshine, of joythat helps us survive the negative, destructive aspects of modern societyand transports us to a new, incredibly exotic world. Herbert Hofer was inducted into the International Hall of Fame in <b>...</b>