Tanja La Croix – Between Structure and Ecstasy: An Artistic Universe
The artist Tanja Wettach, known as Tanja La Croix, born on April 8, 1982, in St. Gallen, creates a multifaceted, dynamic artistic universe that immerses the viewer in a dialogue between structure and ecstasy. Growing up in a creative and musical family, she was surrounded by an environment of artistic exploration from an early age. Her father, a drummer, and her mother, who worked for a renowned company specializing in art and craft supplies, shaped the backdrop for La Croix’s first ventures into the worlds of art and music. This early exposure to sound and color shaped her vision and her engagement with the subtle interplay between music, painting, and personal expression.
From her school years onward, La Croix was challenged by her creative identity. Her shy and introspective nature led to early experiences of isolation, during which she found solace in painting. This became a sanctuary of self-expression and a source of strength, where she processed not only her emotions but also the complex dimensions of her identity. This foundational connection to art set the stage for the development of her multifaceted artistic practice.
After initially exploring her creative impulses in fashion illustration and working as an international model, La Croix discovered the world of music. Her career as a DJ and producer opened an entirely new dimension of creative engagement—one where she could convey emotions and energy directly, much like in her paintings. The explosive, energetic, and chaotic structures of her music mirror the ecstatic elements of her personality, which she embodies as a performer on stage.
Yet alongside this explosive, almost unrestrained energy in her music and performances, there exists another side to the artist—a quiet, structured, and precise style of painting that she describes as a “fine craft of patience.” This method, which she calls her “structured art,” represents the exact opposite of her musical ecstasy. In this approach, every brushstroke is executed with the utmost care, leaving no room for correction—a metaphor for the unstoppable flow of life. This clear, almost meditative technique adds a deeper dimension to her work, offering the viewer a space for reflection and inner calm.
The tension between these two modes of creation—her explosive musical artistry and the precise structure of her paintings—is a central theme in La Croix’s work. She herself admits she never wants to choose between the two, as both are integral to her identity. Her art and music reflect this duality: the ecstatic energy of a performer captivating thousands and the introspective, almost silent creativity of an artist channeling emotions and thoughts onto the canvas.
La Croix’s work is an ongoing exploration of identity and the interplay of different facets of her personality. She invites her audience to confront their own inner conflicts and dreams. Her goal is not only to inspire others through her visual art but also to encourage them to pursue their own paths—paths that lead to self-acceptance and the courage to realize their dreams. In a world where rejection is often seen as a threat, she reminds us that ultimately, the most important thing is to follow our own instincts, shape our lives, and embrace ourselves in order to love and accept others.
Tanja La Croix’s art is not just an invitation to reflection but a powerful message of self-realization. She challenges us to embrace the contradiction between structure and chaos and to see ourselves as whole beings—in all our complexity and capacity for transformation.
Abstract painting is the expression of my creative and
wild soul - my crazyness. Art and music have been my
passion for more than 30 years now. My destiny is
to to unleash peoples mind and captive them
in my spell of creativity.
Abstract painting is the expression of my creative and
wild soul - my crazyness. Art and music have been my
passion for more than 30 years now. My destiny is
to to unleash peoples mind and captive them
in my spell of creativity.
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