Art? All banana!

What is art? Is sticking a banana on the wall still art? Or: what actually makes Salvador Dali famous? And why does everyone love Mona Lisa? I am sure of it: Do your own thing! The art market, and with it the financial success of art, is subject to a constant struggle for power and [...] read more

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The exhibition – Romanticism 2.0 in Bad Pyrmont

Preparations are in full swing. I am currently working on an extensive accompanying program for the exhibition. An audio guide will lead you through my miniature collages. I will be able to guide you personally through the exhibition on several dates. Come to the vernissage on May 3, 2023 at 7:00 pm to the Bad [...] read more

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Romanticism 2.0 – upcoming exhibitions

Romanticism 2.0 upcoming exhibitions For her miniature collages, Magdalena Hohlweg collects trivial remnants wherever she goes and stands. The very last questionable crumbs, picked up from sidewalks and forest paths, are elevated to art here. Precise alignment and fixation as well as additions with fine line drawings – the result is a panopticon of unique [...] read more

Why genderize?

Why genderize? Gendering? Really now? My Dear Colleagues* Does that have to be the case? Do we also have to use gender in art? For whom and for what is that supposed to be good? Gendering is annoying and complicated. On the other hand, we need renewal in many respects. Perhaps we can accept these [...] read more

IS THIS ART? or CAN THIS GO?

I have posted a short film on YouTube about this all-important question In case of doubt for art? Do we need evidence for art? Maybe or maybe not. How good that there are so few limits to art. Sometimes, however, this makes it all the more difficult to find your bearings. My suggestion: always keep an eye on your own wishes and ideas and don't let mainstreams block your view. With this in mind: make up your own mind  […] read more