The well-renowned Munich based artist Henning von Gierke has long since caught the attention of an international audience which has been intrigued by his realistic painting. In his works von Gierke questions our existence in the context of nature, religion and philosophy. His rich oeuvre consists of classic topics deriving from Greek mythology and Christianity just like portraits, still lifes or interiors. Not only as a painter but also as a director and stage designer von Gierke is much asked for. For his film settings he has been awarded the highly respected „Deutsche Filmpreis“ in Gold and the „Silbernen Bären“.