About the artist
Dr. Ulrich Backes (* 1955), aka Time4render, is a German digital artist, working from Radolfzell / Germany.
Originally studied Physics, he most recently focused on optics and now devotes himself entirely to the artistic application “virtual photography” . For that, he designs abstract scenes with lighting in the 3D modeling software Blender.
Ulrich’s mostly abstract-minimalist images are created through an intense use of light, which is transmitted or reflected by the many surfaces of his virtual objects, and which breaks the boundaries of the painter’s classical play with light and darkness. He has a strong preference for simple, sometimes architectural-looking geometry, futuristic landscapes and crystalline-looking compositions. Sometimes his 3D renderings are also reminiscent of dream images that captivate the emotions of the viewer. Ulrich’s vision is influenced by various elements: from science fiction films to contemporary architecture, but also by sensitive themes such as personal moods or feelings.
“Through my art, I invite the viewer to slow down for a moment and discover his own personal stories in the images.”
Exhibitions
| 2024 | „Internationaler Bodenseeclub Sommeratelier“, Gunzoburg-Galerie Überlingen |
| 2023 | „Radolfzeller Künstler*innen“, Villa Bosch Radolfzell |
| 2022 | “Kulturnacht Radolfzell”, Milchwerk |
| 2020 | „Neue Arbeiten“, Städtische Galerie Überlingen |
| 2020 | „Internationaler Bodenseeclub Neue Künstler“, Gunzoburg Überlingen |
| 2019 | „Radolfzeller Künstler Vol. 2“, Villa Bosch Radolfzell |
Awards
| 2023 | Art Limited Excellence Award for RGB23-E1 |
Artistic training
| 2022 | Painting seminar “Warum Malen?”, Bernard Lokai |
| 2020 | Painting seminar “Innenwelt und Außenwelt”, Sid Gastl |
| 2020 | Admission to the International Bodenseeclub (IBC), Section of Fine Arts |
| 2018 | Acrylic painting seminar, Mick Starke |
| 2017 | Acrylic painting seminar, Frederick Bunsen |
| 2012 | - 2016 Self-study raytracing, image perception, professional colour mixing |
| 1990 | - 2010 Self-study furniture design, lamp design, graphic design |
Technical career
| 2021 | Retirement (as an employee) |
| 2020 | Core Product Architect Sensors at BCS-AIS, Radolfzell |
| 2013 | Technical Specialist Sensor Technologies at BCS-AIS, Radolfzell |
| 2006 | Technical project leader at TRW Radolfzell |
| 1999 | Group leader advanced development electronics; TRW Radolfzell |
| 1990 | Consultant New Technologies; Eckardt GmbH Stuttgart |
| 1985 | Development Engineer; Research Center SEL AG Stuttgart |
| 1974 | - 1985 Physics studies and PhD, RWTH Aachen |
| 1955 | Born in Viersen / Rheinland / Germany |