Heinke Böhnert

I am Heinke Böhnert - an artist with a deep passion for the sea, the wind and the freedom of sailing. In my works, movement, colour and emotion merge into powerful, lively compositions. Inspired by maritime life and my own experience as a sailor, I create art that radiates energy and tells stories - of the power of nature, wanderlust and inner freedom.

Key Information

2022

At the beginning of May, the Mayor of Kiel, Dr Kämpfer, presented his work to the Federal Chancellor, Olaf Scholz

2021

Guest of honour at Kiel Week 2021 SD Prince Albert II of Monaco receives a work by Heinke Böhnert

2014

Official German guest gift, presented by Federal President Joachim Gauck to His Royal Highness King Harald V of Norway in Oslo

2014

Large solo exhibition on the Hamburg museum ship RICKMER RICKMERS

2013

Exhibition on board the SEA CLOUD

2012

Olympic exhibition in London

2011

Artistic decoration of the ‘Hotel Atlantic’ in Hamburg with over 200 works

Collages made from original sailcloth are a central element of my work. This material - marked by wind and waves - brings its own history with it and becomes the carrier of maritime identity and dynamics in my works.

My works are represented in private and public collections worldwide. A special moment in my artistic career was the presentation of one of my paintings as an official state gift to the King of Norway - presented by Federal President Joachim Gauck. Other works are in the possession of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Prince Albert of Monaco, among others.

One of my favourite projects is my close collaboration with the internationally renowned sailing team MALIZIA, led by Boris Herrmann. I also work with successful Olympic sailors - these collaborations result in individual works that visually capture top sporting performances, personal stories and the fascination of sailing.

My works are also part of special places: as an integral part of the interior of the SEA CLOUD SPIRIT and the legendary Hotel Atlantic Hamburg - customised for these exclusive spaces and their atmosphere.

I regularly exhibit at international art fairs and galleries around the world - from Europe to the USA and Australia - and in addition to my freelance work, I realise exclusive commissions, often in direct collaboration with sailing teams, regattas, Olympic athletes and maritime brands.

My art is created in my studios in Hamburg and in Friedrichstadt in North Frisia - two places between urbanity and coastal idyll that characterise the spirit of my works: cosmopolitan, powerful and deeply connected to the north.

Welcome to my world - I invite you to immerse yourself in my art and discover your own personal connection to the sea.