At the heart of "On the Way to Mars" are the portraits of two female friends standing close together, gazing in the same direction. They are situated inside an imaginary spaceship, surrounded by glowing buttons, shimmering structures, and abstract technical elements. In this work, Corinna Mayer combines portraiture, figuration, surrealism, and symbolism. The technical environment serves as a metaphor for the human inner world. Human and machine, organic beauty and technical complexity merge to create a compelling visual realm. Closeness, connection, and the journey into an unknown future form further central themes of the painting.

"On the Way to Mars" exemplifies Corinna Mayer’s exploration of the relationship between humanity and technology and fits seamlessly into her contemporary artistic universe. The work makes an exceptional addition to a discerning collection and enriches any art portfolio with its distinctive visual language. As an original work by an artist active since 1997—with a long track record of national and international exhibitions—the painting also offers interesting potential for appreciation in value for collectors of contemporary art.

The painting has been exhibited at venues including the Kunsthalle Darmstadt (solo exhibition *Studio West: Im Herzzentrum der Maschine* / "In the Heart of the Machine," June 26 – August 23, 2025).