Bernd Ribbeck (b. Cologne, 1974; lives and works in Berlin) is one of the most promising creators of abstract art today and often described as an exponent of "New Constructivism." His smallformat abstract paintings lend a fascinating depth and aura to shapes such as circles, ellipses, and triangles executed in lush colors. In a timeconsuming creative process, Ribbeck works on primed fiberboard panels with acrylic paint and ballpoint and felttip pens...