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Oolong Gallery presents the luminous minimalism of Udo Nöger and is pleased to show new work from his body of monochrome paintings based on a career spanning forty years around the globe. Known for his highly minimalistic compositions, Nöger's sculptural paintings and works on paper emanate a subtle yet powerful visual reaction that transforms with changing light, offering an immersive experience for viewers.
Born in Enger, Germany, in 1961, Nöger began with expressive figurative paintings before shifting his focus to the interplay of light and space in the mid-1990s. His work evolved from the use of archaic symbols and iconography—sparked by his travels, including a formative visit to Easter Island—towards a more abstract language. Over time, his use of dark, earthy tones gradually gave way to a near-absence of color, creating works that invite viewers to consider not just what is seen, but also the light itself.
Nöger's innovative technique involves three layers of canvas set apart to create a depth that allows light to seemingly emanate from within the paintings. Using mineral oil to enhance translucency, the artist has developed a method to capture, reflect, and transform light, making it a central medium in his work. The result is a body of work that is dynamic and atmospheric, with colors shifting depending on the light and time of day.
The exhibition will showcase seven of Nöger's signature works, which are both delicate and architectural, characterized by their serene palette of whites, grays, and occasional hints of blue, purple, or green, depending on the light.
Udo Nöger lives and works in Fallbrook and Rancho Santa Fe, CA following decades in NY and Miami. His work is featured in prestigious collections worldwide, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; the Museum of Contemporary Art, Denver; and the Art Institute of Chicago, among others. His work has been exhibited extensively in museums and galleries across Europe, the U.S., and beyond.
Join us at Oolong Gallery for the Opening Reception: Friday December 13 from 6—8 pm
Udo Nöger Lichtbild 14 will be on view from December 13, 2024 to January 15, 2025.
Location: Oolong Gallery, 6030 La Flecha, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
For press inquiries, please contact: info@oolongallery.com +1 858 229 2788
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Selected Public Collections:
Metropolitan Museum , New York
Art Institut , Chicago
Museum of Art Miami
Bass Museum, Miami
Museum Of Art, Honolulu
Mc Nay Museum, San Antonio, TX
Museum of Contemporary Art, Denver
Daum Museum of Contemporary Art, Sedalia, Missouri
Heritage Museum, Hong Kong
Museum Martin Gropius Bau, Berlin (Germany)
Kunsthalle Bielefeld, Bielefeld (Germany)
Siegerlandmuseum, Siegen (Germany)
Morat Stiftung, Freiburg (Germany)
Haus der Kunst, Munich (Germany)
Museo de Arte y Diseno Contemporaneo, San Jose, Costa Rica
Museo de Arte Moderno de Bogota, Columbia
Museum of Contemporary Art, Univ. of Sao Paulo, Brasil
Museo de Arte de Ponce, Puerto Rico
Margulies Collection, Miami
Ronald Lauder , New York
George Lindemann, Miami
Sammlung Deutsche Bank, Essen and Frankfurt (Germany)
UBS , Cologne (Germany)
Nordstern Insurance, New York / Cologne
Dresdner Bank, Bielefeld (Germany)
Bayrische Hypotheken Bank, New York
Norddeutsche Landesbank, Hannover (Germany)
Microsoft, Chicago
Microsoft, San Francisco
Sagamore Hotel, Miami Beach
Ritz Carlton Hotel, Miami Beach, FL
Red Rock Hotel, Las Vegas, NV
Ritz Carlton, Naples, FL
Wynn Hotel, Las Vegas, NV
Lombart Instrument, Norfolk, VA
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