kaat stieber

Kaat Stieber is a fine art photographer who combines modern surrealism with the style of Dutch Renaissance art. With a background in theatre and costume design, her photographs are rich in creativity and craftsmanship. Every image tells a story. Recently, Kaat has focused on creating still lifes, bringing them to life by adding animals, often birds. These animals take on human characteristics, turning her still lifes into modern fables. Inspired by everyday life and human behavior, she often incorporates a touch of humor to give her images a playful and unexpected edge. Kaat designs and builds her own sets, ensuring every detail reflects her vision. Her creative process begins by collecting ideas and visual elements, both in her studio and in nature. Later, she brings these pieces together into a single cohesive image. Inspired by the Old Masters, Kaat carefully uses light and shadow to create depth, drama, and a timeless feeling in her work. Her photographs connect the past with the present, using beauty, storytelling, and a hint of wit to invite viewers into her world. "Through a combination of set design, photography, and digital painting, I create artworks that push the boundaries of both mediums. The digital painting process allows me to manipulate and enhance the photographed scenes, adding layers of artistic expression and transforming them into vivid, imaginative compositions." “In the captivating world of Kaat Stieber’s latest fable series, ‘collaboration’ takes center stage, as the animal kingdom translates our everyday struggles with or without each other. Explore the surprising twists of life, filled with the magic of being together. Enjoy yourself in the tales full of wisdom and humor.”