Gottfried Helnwein //

Gottfried is a well known artist for photography, painting and also that of installation art, he is associated with many styles of movements which range between: Hyperrealism, Installation Art and also Performance Art. He has worked as a painter, draftsman, photographer, muralist, sculptor, installation and performance artist, using a wide variety of techniques and media. His early work consists mainly of hyper-realistic water-colours, depicting wounded and mistreated children, as well as performances – often with children – in public spaces. 

Quote on Gottfried's Website: "Not all of Gottfried's work is on a canvas. A lot of it is the way he's approached life. And it doesn't take someone knowing him to know that. You take one look at the paintings and you say "this guy has been around." You can't sit in a closet - and create this. This level of work is earned. As an artist my strongest reaction to Helnwein's work is that it challenges me to be better at what I do. There are very few people that achieve utter excellence in what they do. And I think that Gottfried Helnwein is certainly one of those people."
Sean Penn
Source
Actor, Director

My Own Opinions:

I am really fascinated with Gottfried's work. I think that it is truly remarkable and also beautiful, I love the way how each individual painting of the children is very different, and looks real. I am touched by these paintings. I think that they give off a certain vibe that is showing true, raw emotion, and I find that fascinating in itself.