Inge Flinte is a visual artist whose work explores the intersection of sustainability, culture, and identity. Born in New Zealand to a Japanese mother and a German father, Inge’s diverse upbringing and experiences as an immigrant shape her artistic practice. Having lived in five different countries, she brings a rich blend of influences to her work, with a deep focus on the concept of home and belonging.
Inge’s artistic process is slow, meditative, and deeply rooted in environmentally sustainable practices. She works primarily in abstract forms, using techniques such as eco-printing, cyanotype, and reclaiming acrylic from studio wastewater. By incorporating natural dyeing, hand-crafted pigments, and upcycling, she transforms materials into meaningful, ephemeral works that reflect the transient beauty of nature and life.
Her current body of work, Komorebi, draws inspiration from the Japanese philosophy of light and shadow, and the meditative play of sunlight through trees. This series, alongside other pieces, embodies her commitment to creating art that speaks to the beauty of imperfection and the regenerative capacity of nature. Through her art, Inge invites viewers to reflect on the cycles of growth and decay, the connection between humanity and the natural world, and the moments of stillness that allow us to find peace in an ever-changing world.