A B O U T
S T A T E M E N T
For many years, I explored how to merge my abstract pictorial universe with the world of paper sculptures. This journey led to a new interpretation of Kineticism: folds and lines coming together to break the boundaries between painting and sculpture.
My earlier work focused on sculptural paintings—pieces that redefined the traditional canvas through cutting, painting, and folding, often influenced by physics, mathematics, and nature. The frame, once merely structural, became both skeleton and ornament. The result: three-dimensional, organic and geometric forms evoking natural topographies, geometry, and minimalist architecture. Kinetic, parametric, and moiré effects added movement, creating a delicate balance between structure and spontaneity.
Over time, light and shadow—initially considered an extension of the artwork—have become its core. My exploration of how materials interact with and are shaped by light has led me to a more sculptural and spatial practice. What began as sculptural paintings has now evolved into full installations, where volume, space, and perception play a central role.
My current series—starting with DUALITY ESSENCE—investigates the inherent dualities of life, situations, and people. There are always at least two perspectives. These installations aim to capture the tension between simplicity and complexity, allowing each piece to gain its own presence and power of being.
I work without staples or screws, which often intrigues viewers as they try to decipher my technique. Each work is unique and ever-changing, shaped by light, shadow, and the viewer’s movement. I’m inspired by the idea that the audience becomes part of the artwork—both visually and physically.
Ultimately, I envision these installations as extensions of architecture—monumental and site-specific pieces that not only transform their environment, but also create magical, immersive, and unforgettable experiences.
“My goal is to install a sense of curiosity about what exists outside of us. Elements in our world that we can´t see, or parts of our universe that we can´t access…yet.”
~Silvia Hollweg
B I O G R A P H Y
Silvia Hollweg (founder of KALEIDA creations) is a Venezuelan-German artist born in Caracas, Venezuela. She has developed a personal and innovative sculptural language defined by organic minimalism and a signature folding technique—a new interpretation of Kinetic Art (Cinetismo) that merges movement, structure, and perception.
With a BA in Art, Art History, and Sociology from Tufts University and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Silvia also holds degrees and certifications in stand architecture, interior design, and digital and cultural event management. Her multidisciplinary background has led to exhibitions in Europe, the United States, and Latin America.
After over two decades working internationally in booth architecture and event experience design, Silvia returned to her first passion—art—where she now explores the sculptural and spatial potential of form, light, and movement.
What began as sculptural paintings—folded, cut, and painted canvases forming three-dimensional shapes—has evolved into immersive installations. Her work draws inspiration from physics, mathematics, and nature, and often evokes abstract topographies, mysterious landscapes, and minimalist architecture.
Her creations integrate kinetic, parametric, and moiré movement effects, and are defined by a subtle tension between geometry and fluidity, structure and spontaneity. Central to her work is the role of light and shadow—not just as complements, but as essential, transformative forces that alter perception and reveal multiple facets of each piece.
Today, Silvia’s practice centers on creating dynamic, site-specific installations that challenge the boundaries between art, architecture, and viewer—transforming space into poetic, multi-sensory experiences.