The Story
I am pleased to have been able to explore the extraordinary story and work of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and to now reflect it back through my perspective.
GOETHE
IS BACK
Mirrored in the 21th century
The complex mind of one of the most important poets is illuminated in images and live art and brought into the present.
Art Project
Musical reading
Reel
Musical reading from the Sorrows of Young Werther with Albrecht Schuch, known from the 2023 oscar-winning film All Quiet on the Western Front.
The exibition series
Exploratory Exhibition
This multi-dimensional exhibition presents a comprehensive, exciting and insightful examination of Goethe’s legacy and aims to provide compelling modern statements about the genius‘ continued relevance.
Behind the scenes
A Photoshoot in Weimar
with Harald Lesch in Park on the Ilm, Goethes Garden House and the Stone of Good Fortune
Exhibiton series
Immersive
A special venue for my artworks was the Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich. Exclusive pieces from my exhibition series were showcased in the Thomas-Mann-Hall from June 11 to July 5, 2024.
Experience
Exhibition series
Exhibiton Munich
Goethe is Back – Reflections of the 21st century
Work in motion
Engagement
Workshops and lectures. Conducting discussions, creative and technical workshops to explore Goethe’s philosophies in today’s context and provide a space for intellectual and creative exploration.
Goethe is back
- 275 THE BOOK, Format 297 x 420 mm
Featured Projects - exhibition catalog
Coffee Table Book
The limited illustrated book accompanying the exhibition contains photographic reflections on Goethe’s life and work and also shows modern works of art using digital innovations in connection with his literary works, which reflect Goethe’s ideas and show how Goethe „newly influenced“ contemporary thought and work.
– Backgrounds 275th birthday and 250 years of Goethe in Weimar as well as the 200th anniversary of Goethe’s death in 2032
Work in motion
Goethe's Colour Theory
A selection of keystone images show an exploratory connection to Goethe’s color circle and are used to allow colours to transcend the medium. Both real and digitally.
In the news
Spread
Welcome to our videography blog, where stories come to life through the lens.
the Ideas
Additional Project Ideas
Collaboration Projects
Wall projection
Goethe is Back
MMXXIV – Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich
Modern Resonance-Section
The exhibition includes modern works of art, and digital innovations across literary works that reflect Goethe’s ideas and show how Goethe „re-influences“ contemporary thought and creativity.
Augmented Reality (AR) Encounters
AR overlays photos to show a living Goethe narrating his thoughts or providing a glimpse into the scenes of his time, making the story seem alive and interactive.
Virtual Presentation and Expansion
The exhibition that allows a global audience to explore “Goethe is Back” from anywhere, ensuring the dialogue transcends geographical boundaries.
Virtual Presentation and Expansion of the Goethe Image – CONSCIOUSNESS.
This projection unfolds emotional color worlds, inspired by Goethe’s theory of colors and its sensual-ethical impact, showcasing his portraits in a light never seen before. A specially composed soundtrack that merges the realms of classical and techno music underlines the visual presentation.
When Johann Sebastian Bach’s „Toccata and Fugue in D Minor“ meets „Anyma & Chris Avantgarde – Genesys“, a fascinating musical fusion occurs, blending classical harmonies with modern electronic rhythms, thereby bridging the gap between the past and the present.
Marburger Haus der Romantik e.V.
My vision was to use real and authentic images to comprehensively tell and make visible Goethe’s life and effects. To bring the spirit of his work and thinking vividly into the 21st century. My aim is to take people on an emotionally rich image journey combining his messages and positive inspiration with his stations of life and places of exploration.
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