Christian Schumacher

Christian Schumacher, known as chtartberlin, is a Berlin-based artist whose vibrant, emotionally charged works captivate the viewer with dynamic color and form. Drawing from his unique experiences, ranging from his medical background to his travels through India, Nepal  and beyond, his art explores themes of the human condition and the interplay between life and the physical body.

With an innovative approach and a deep passion for creativity, Christian has made his mark in the art world, showcasing his pieces in galleries and private collections across the globe. Whether through powerful brushstrokes or thought-provoking compositions, chtartberlin continues to push boundaries, offering a compelling journey into his multifaceted artistic universe. Explore his world and let the art speak to you.

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Biography

Christian Schumacher’s artistic journey began in childhood, nurtured by playful painting competitions with his grandmother. While his cousin often claimed victory, Christian was never focused on winning—he was already painting from a purely aesthetic perspective. This early exposure laid the foundation for his deep connection to art.

​Years later, at the age of 17, he found himself drawn further into the world of creativity through friends involved in graffiti. One early Saturday morning, a friend embarked on a long journey to visit him, arriving with a canvas, paint, and a bottle of wine. That day marked Christian’s first true encounter with a canvas—an experience that sparked his lifelong passion for art.

Since 2012, Christian has been based in Berlin, fully immersing himself in the city’s vibrant art scene. For the past four years, he has worked as an independent artist, continuously evolving his craft. His talent and dedication led him to sign with S.A.V. Gallery in Los Angeles two years ago—a collaboration that will soon expand to New York as the gallery establishes its presence there in July.

​With a bold, expressive style and an ever-growing international presence, Christian Schumacher is an artist redefining contemporary creativity, one canvas at a time.

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Statement

"My name is Christian Schumacher and I am a painter from Germany based in Berlin. For the past 10 years I’ve devoted my life to becoming a professional painter and committed myself to building an international career. This has largely involved travelling to other countries for cultural exchange and gaining inspiration from new surroundings in terms of people, architecture, the daily happenings of locals, music etc. 

In 2018 I did a journey to Portugal and had the opportunity to do two exhibitions. With the paintings I sold I was able to finance that journey as well as support a local art commune based in Lisboa. Based on that trip a print magazine in the States, NY wrote an article about me and my vision. Just to mention one great experience through and with my art.

The main focus of my inspiration comes from books, music and languages. The esthetic of numbers, letters and colors combined together are giving me so much fun and excitement for keep doing the passion i can luckily use to make my living."

Christian Schumacher

Exhibitions

2026 - Upcoming Solo Show, S.A.V. Gallery, State of New York, New York City

2024 - Solo Show, S.A.V. Gallery, L.A. West Hollywood, U. S.

2023 - Group Show, “Leap of Faith “, S.A.V. Gallery, L.A. West Hollywood, U.S.

2023 - Group Show, S.A.V. Gallery, Forte del Marmi, Tuscany

2022 - „Collective Berlin“, Berlin, Germany

2020 - Group Show, „ Isolation “, Kunst100, Berlin, Germany

2019 - Group Show, BOOM-Gallery, London, U.K.

2017 - Solo Show, „ perspective “, LUX Factory, Lisbon Portugal

2016 - Solo Show, „ it´s ok, I am still alive “, Armezem, Porto, Portugal

2012 - Group Show, „Sinnlichkeiten“, former Youth detention center, Magdeburg, Germany