Ursus Wehrli
Artist & Comedian | Reimagining Everyday Objects
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Ursus Wehrli is a Swiss artist, photographer, and comedian who has gained global recognition for his unique approach to organizing everyday objects. His book 'The Art of Clean Up' showcases his meticulous rearrangement of cluttered scenes into orderly, geometric compositions.
Wehrli's humorous TED Talk on this concept has been viewed over 7 million times, inspiring audiences to find the beauty in simplicity and structure. With an eye for detail and a playful sense of humor, his keynotes encourage a fresh perspective on the world around us.
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Tidying up art
Ursus Wehrli shares his vision for a cleaner, more organized, tidier form of art -- by deconstructing the paintings of modern masters into their component pieces, sorted by color and size.
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