«Der Fluss» of Michael Roher

The river can symbolize the flow of life: at first clear and untouched, gradually filling with new colors, events, and encounters. In Michael Roher’s book, the reader follows the river, drifting alongside the red-haired girl who is the main character. As she journeys, the girl grows up, falls in love, and experiences life in its fullness. Roher combines collage and drawing: the paper boat, trees, faces, and figures create rich textures, while small, bright details like leaves, flowers, and fish resemble a kaleidoscope of the heroine’s memories.