Gert Neuhaus (born February 21, 1939, in Berlin) is a German painter and graphic artist specializing in muralism and large-scale facade painting. He is recognized for his application of the trompe-l'œil (trick of the eye) technique in urban environments, particularly within Berlin.
Neuhaus received his formal education at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste Berlin (now the Berlin University of the Arts) from 1958 to 1963. During his studies, he was a master student of the sculptor Hans Uhlmann. Since the mid-1970s, Neuhaus has been active in the field of public art, focusing on the aesthetic revitalization of architectural surfaces through detailed pictorial representations.
His work typically involves creating architectural illusions that appear to expand or alter the physical space of a building. By integrating painted windows, balconies, and landscape elements into blank walls, his murals aim to harmonize functional architecture with artistic expression. Significant examples of his work are located in various Berlin districts, including Steglitz, Wilmersdorf, and Moabit. One notable project is the large facade painting at the corner of Schloßstraße and Bornstraße in Berlin-Steglitz, which demonstrates his ability to simulate depth and structural complexity on a flat surface.
Neuhaus is considered a notable figure in German contemporary public art for his contribution to the tradition of mural painting adapted for the modern cityscape. His works remain prominent landmarks within the architectural landscape of Berlin.
