Aindreas Scholz’s work addresses the urgency of the climate crisis while pushing the boundaries of technical and conceptual exploration. As an artist committed to environmental responsibility, he blends 19th-century and contemporary photographic techniques to develop sustainable printing practices. Through each image, Aindreas Scholz examines the interconnectedness of humans, non-humans, and the environment. He crafts narratives that speak to our collective impact on the natural world.
Deep time, weather and climate change
Aindreas Scholz roots his practice in the concept of deep time. However, he explores geological processes alongside the immediacy of weather phenomena and climate change.
“I am driven by a desire to document the transformations around us. I create work that not only reflects the world as it is but also invites critical reflection on our role in shaping its future. A key aspect of my approach is collaboration with natural elements. “
Whether through exposure to sunlight, immersion in seawater, or interaction with plant specimens, these forces become active participants in the creation of each piece. By integrating these materials, Aindreas Scholz’s work fosters a deeper connection between viewer and image. He aims to reveal the delicate interplay between natural processes and human influence.
Two images from The Most Beautiful Anthropocene, 2023, cyanolumen
Exhibitions and awards
Aindreas Scholz has exhibited his works across European events, including Rotterdam Photo Festival 2022 XL, in the Netherlands, and Rotlicht Festival for Analog Photography 2022 in Vienna, Austria, where he was a joint-winner. Scholz ‘s works have been recognised at important environmental exhibitions like Climanosco in Schaffhausen, Switzerland; FUTURES Photography 2023, based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, nominated by Photo Ireland.
Aindreas Scholz was a resident artist at GroundWork in 2022. Here he exhibited what became his chromatography series ‘Soil Matters’ and ‘Between Land and Sea’ in ‘Extraction: Loss and Restoration’.
“Being part of this GroundWork Network offers a vital platform to engage with like-minded individuals and organisations who share a commitment to environmental stewardship. I see this as an opportunity to contribute to and learn from a collective dialogue on sustainability and creative innovation. Together, we can amplify our impact and explore new ways to inspire change through art.”
Aindreas Scholz, about being bi-lingual & teaching, exhibiting
Born to an Anglo-Irish mother and a Sudeten-German father in Wiesbaden, Germany, Aindreas Scholz experienced a culturally rich upbringing. He divided his time between Ireland and Germany in a bilingual family setting. His artistic journey unfolded as he studied photography at the Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin). His mentor, Dr. Anthony Haughey, ignited in him a profound interest in visual narratives. Scholz went on to pursue postgraduate studies at Goldsmiths College, University of London. Guided by his tutors who included Laure Prevost, Grayson Perry. Mark Leckey and Elisabeth Price, it was there that he delved into critical and contemporary art-making theories and practices.
Aindreas Scholz is a committed teacher , including at the Institute of Education, University College London. He likes to specialise in imparting art and photography education to young people.
