Netherlands-based photographer Gabriele Viertel has garnered respect for her otherwise otherworldly concepts, mainly underwater created works, which transcends the boundaries between painting, performance and documentation.
The series 'follow me to the depths' was introduced the first time to the public in 2013. This did not go unnoticed and recieved exceptional attention through the social media, followed by myriad publications worldwide -inter alia of The Museum of Modern Art San Francisco, Vogue Arts, Cosmopolitan - recognized into the world of art immediately. Viertel’s expressive work often conveys a touch of darkness with a mysterious flair. She is conserving the elegance of classical photography with the addition of surrealistic elements. Her work is considered redefinition in fine art underwater Photography. Her work has been exhibited in Europe and the USA. Gabriele Viertel studied design and technology in Cologne and devoted to photography as a fulltime artist since 2011.
Awards Platinum Award Graphis NY 2016
PX3 Silver Award 2015
8th International Color Awards - 2015 First Place / Fashion
1 X Photo Awards - 2014 First Place / Fine Art Nude
PX3 Paris - 2014 Honorable Mention / Fine Art
The Worldwide Photography Gala Awards Pollux Award - 2014 Finalist / Fine Art
The Worldwide Photography Gala Awards Pollux Award - 2014 Finalist / Fine Art
The Worldwide Photography Gala Awards Julia M. Cameron Award - 2014 Finalst / Fine Art
Dive Photo Award - 2014 2nd Place / Underwater Photography
Grand Prix De Découverte - 2013 Finalist / Fine Art
