Caterpillar – Colors in motion

A monumental paint-box sculpture for the wall

“Caterpillar” (140 × 170 × 5 cm, 2014) is a work that appears like a huge wall sculpture. The oversized paint box unfolds across almost two square meters and radiates pure energy with its intense color palette. Vertical bands of color in yellow, blue, violet, red, and orange alternate, traversed by lively traces, splatters, and layers.

Beneath them, round paint pans are lined up like segments – a rhythmic pattern that gives the work its name. “Caterpillar” appears like a living organism of color in motion. It is powerful, expressive and at the same time characterized by a playful sense of order.

Sold – and now in private ownership

This large-format work from the series “The Paint Box” is now part of a private collection. “Caterpillar” is an example of the monumental impact of Mark Hellbusch’s works, in which painting and object art merge and transform spaces in a lasting way.

Work details

Title: Caterpillar
Format: 140 × 170 × 5 cm
Year: 2014
Technique: Mixed media on object / paint box
Status: Sold / Private collection

You can find more inspiration under 

The Paint Box,

monumental formats and

colorful paintings

About the artist Mark Hellbusch

I have been a freelance painter since 1997 and have worked with a wide variety of themes in painting. While until 2007 I was occupied almost exclusively with expressive painting, today my focus lies more on experimental art. My personal background, as well as almost all artistic themes can be found under “About us.”

Any other questions?

You can reach me by phone at 0176-21916227

or via email: markhellbusch@web.de