Dawn Gellner: Atmospheric Landscapes and Emotional Spaces at SWISSARTEXPO 2026

From September 2nd to 6th, 2026, Dawn Gellner invites visitors to explore the delicate boundary between mist and memory.

Dawn Gellner is a Swiss-based artist whose work transcends traditional landscape painting to delve into the essence of human feeling. Her pieces are not mere representations of physical locations but are instead profound explorations of space, ambiguity, and emotional atmosphere. At the upcoming SWISSARTEXPO 2026, the public will have the opportunity to witness these evocative oil and acrylic paintings. Gellner's approach is deeply rooted in the concept of transitional states, those moments where light, mist, and distance converge to create environments that feel both expansive and personal. Her work acts as a visual invitation to step away from the noise of the everyday and enter a realm of profound stillness.

In works such as The Air, Loosening and The Way Unnamed, Gellner employs a masterfully restrained palette and softened forms to evoke a sense of quiet tension. These pieces do not shout; they whisper with a resonance that lingers. Through subtle transitions of light and a focus on what exists beneath an apparent calm, she creates a sense of anticipation. Her paintings often appear as though they are on the verge of appearing or disappearing, much like a memory trying to find its way to the surface in the quiet hours of the morning. Rather than depicting specific landmarks, these works construct atmospheres that invite a slower, more intuitive experience of looking, rewarding those who take the time to settle into their depths and allow the visual language to unfold.

Gellner's practice is uniquely informed by her professional background in counselling and clinical hypnotherapy. This expertise provides a rich, psychological foundation for her fascination with human perception, the reliability of memory, and the emotional resonance carried within space. The depth of her work is evident in the way she handles oil and acrylic paint, applied with a delicacy that mirrors the layers of the human psyche. In compositions like Where Silence Gathers and Held Ground, this confluence of psychology and art results in imagery that resonates with an unnamable truth. These are paintings that do not just show a scene; they hold a sacred space for the viewer's own internal emotions to breathe and resonate.

Visitors to the SWISSARTEXPO 2026 in Zurich's SBB Event Hall will be drawn into Gellner's ethereal realms. Her art offers a sanctuary of stillness amidst the bustle of the city's central hub, encouraging reflection and a deeper connection to the internal landscapes we all carry. This exhibition promises to be a highlight for those who appreciate art that speaks to the soul and challenges the boundaries of perception. Between the dark, grounding tones of The Edge of Arrival and the light-infused horizons of her larger works, Gellner presents a journey through the liminal spaces of our existence. We invite you to experience this extraordinary collection and discover the quiet power of her vision.

For more information about the artist and her work, please visit her official website at dawngellnerart.com and follow her journey on social media.

SWISSARTEXPO by ARTBOX.GROUPS GmbH
Schmidgasse 4
6300 Zug
Schweiz

Jenny-Rose Zenklusen
+41 41 539 19 22

office@swissartexpo.com

SWISSARTEXPO is one of the largest art exhibitions in Europe and is organised by ARTBOX.GROUPS GmbH. Every year it transforms the SBB Event Hall at Zurich Main Station into a vibrant meeting place for international contemporary art. Over several days, works by artists from all over the world are presented to a broad audience of collectors, gallery owners, media representatives and art lovers. The exhibition combines large-scale digital presentations with a professional on-site exhibition of original artworks. Thanks to its central location and high visitor frequency, SWISSARTEXPO offers artists a unique platform to gain international visibility and to establish valuable contacts within the global art scene.

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