Curriculum Vitae
Fabian PhiL - Artist Biography
Professional Summary
Fabian PhiL is a self-taught kinetic pop artist whose unique technique was discovered through a serendipitous experiment with seismic wave concepts in Africa. Born into a family of art collectors, he transitioned from a successful career as a geophysicist initially and Business executive to become a recognized contemporary artist. His work has been exhibited internationally and featured in leading art publications.
Education & Professional Background
Geophysics & Engineering
Advanced studies in geophysics and engineering, with focus on seismic wave analysis and data interpretation
Business Education
Business studies (London Business School MBA) complementing technical background, providing foundation for corporate leadership roles
Self-Taught Artist
25 years of self-directed artistic development, studying modern artists and developing unique kinetic pop art technique
Career Timeline
Business Executive & First Painting
Working as Corporate executive in the jungle, painted first artwork in 2003 - a single painting that took one year to complete
Discovery of Kinetic Art Technique
As geophysicist working with seismic waves, discovered kinetic pop art technique by painting Blue Lady on two plexiglass sheets in 2010
Full-Time Artist
Moved to Dubai and focused on developing kinetic pop art style, creating large format works capturing emotions and air movement. After Iraq (2015-2019), explored pop glasses in fluorescent paint, triptychs with 100 USD bills, and mixed digital design with traditional techniques
Challenging Period & Artistic Evolution
Four years of demanding work in Iraq led to exploration of pop glasses in fluorescent paint and triptych currency art
Mixed Media Innovation & Zen Pandas
Started mixing digital design with traditional techniques, introducing cartoons, boxing themes, and fashion shows on catwalks. In 2025, seeking more peace after leaving corporate life, created pandas with zen Chinese landscapes - temples, lakes, cherry blossom trees
Exhibitions & Recognition
Recent Exhibitions
DIFC Art Night 2025
Dubai International Financial Centre, UAE
World Art Dubai 2024
Middle East's largest art fair
Media & Publications
Artmosphere Magazine
Featured article on kinetic art innovation
International Recognition
Growing collector base worldwide
Artistic Influences & Inspirations
Visual Artists
- • Klasen - Initial influence and experimentation
- • Delorme - Artistic vision and technique
- • Andy Warhol - Pop art sensibilities
- • Contemporary kinetic artists
Literary & Cultural
- • Ken Follett - Historical novels
- • Dos Santos - Literary influences
- • Lapierre & Collins - Historical storytelling
- • Philosophy and history studies
- • Law and acting interests
- • Complex contract negotiation experience
- • Woodworking at Alpine chalet (Chamonix/Megève)
Unique Technique
Developed through serendipitous experimentation with seismic wave concepts, painting characters twice on two plexiglass sheets to create transparency, light reflection, and kinetic movement. The technique creates optical illusions where eyes follow the viewer, similar to the Mona Lisa effect.
Philosophy of Self-Improvement
"I have always sought as a goal to become better than what I am." This philosophy drives constant learning and growth - from corporate contract negotiation to woodworking in the Alps, from geophysics to kinetic art. Each new series represents exploration of new possibilities and continuous self-improvement.