Keanu Richard Sapadi is a "rheinische Frohnatur", born in 1993 in Brühl, Germany. He studied fine arts from 2016–2023 at Kunsthochschule Weissensee Berlin, finishing with a diploma and the title of Meisterschüler. In his work, Sapadi connects the joyful attitude of the West and the coolness of the capital.

Growing up with the meditative practice of Tibetan Buddhism and Germany’s philosophical tradition, Sapadi early on became drawn to spirit, soul, and consciousness. However, his real questions begin beyond the concepts of self, ego, and identity — in the undefined space where spirits shift and resist being pinned down. He believes: Definition harms spirit. Without the freedom to remain undefined, true sensitivity cannot unfold.

Below you see the work "Rollercoaster."
"At that time, the distinct goal was to empty myself. I could not define it better back then. But that's actually a great starting point to put things together," Sapadi reflects.
The piece captures everyday emotions—joy, anger, fear, desire, peace, and everything in between—placing them onto the medium like emotional expressionism. Drawing from the Ancient Greek idea of catharsis (κάθαρσις)—meaning "purification" or "cleansing"—his art initiates a process of restoration and renewal through the confrontation with raw emotion.

This artistic state embraces impermanence. Ease and uneasiness intertwine—just like in life, where moments of smooth flow alternate with struggle. Grace appears when effort transforms into effortlessness. Losing this subtle beauty would be a shame.
Sapadi believes that discipline carves the way to effortlessness, and that true creation emerges before definite understanding.

To naturally express ethereal sensitivity, spiritual protection and intellectual freedom are needed. Gratification and comfort oppose true serenity. Sapadi’s work embodies perseverance—not in triumph, but in stillness to the fragile and fleeting. He firmly believes catharsis is an archaic stepping stone to liberation, restoring the feeling of lightness.

Peace requires maintenance. Wouldn’t losing the ability to deal with anger diminish the ability to maintain peace? Many others face similar inner struggles. This shared fragility is Sapadi’s reason to aesthetically map out his exploration.

No final words needed.

Art is everything you want it to be. And everything you don’t want it to be, too.