As we reported in our last blog post, our first
art installation took place in August 2015 in Cologne, where we were able
to implement our exhibition concept for the first time. We are
extremely happy that we were able to realize the exhibition in such a
short time. Mainly because of the diversity and the high qualitiy of the exhibited works of art, but also because the concept made for a real event, it was an exciting and entertaining exhibition.
The concept for the art installation was created and implemented jointly by Kurt Ries and Gabriele Walter. As written in our concept, each color had a door or windows hinting at art-historical architectural styles from different regions and continents. Visitors looked into a building, and had the impression of entering a living room where the walls were decorated with pictures. At the same time, they also looked beyond the building into an intercultural world.
Presentation of our concept
We gave the exhibition the title ‘Prelude’ because it was the forerunner to our main exhibition in February / March 2016 in Cologne, and the traveling exhibitions in Lahntal. Many of the participants have already confirmed their participation at the main exhibition, where we are now expecting at least twice as many artists from a range of different countries, with which we are very satisfied. We thank all participants for the commitment!The concept for the art installation was created and implemented jointly by Kurt Ries and Gabriele Walter. As written in our concept, each color had a door or windows hinting at art-historical architectural styles from different regions and continents. Visitors looked into a building, and had the impression of entering a living room where the walls were decorated with pictures. At the same time, they also looked beyond the building into an intercultural world.
Exhibitions with event character
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4 text panels inform visitors about the exhibition concept with art, color and meditation. |
The
exhibition consisted of three color spaces. There was both a vividly
colored energy space and a quieter room in shades of black and white.
In the third room there were more neutral color zones of green, blue,
purple and yellow. According to the premises and the number of
images, the arrangement of the color zones will change with each
subsequent exhibition.
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An entrance into an house in the silent 'black and white room' with the popular Moon Haiku poems. |
The quality of the Prelude event was recognized, with successful word-of-mouth advertising. Some visitors came back for a second time, bringing a friend. In particular we are pleased that some pictures were sold, we are happy to give the contact with the artists.
Lyrical reading
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Gallery evening with poetry reading, film and relaxing music. |
We
also experimented with video, music and projected light. We want to
continue to contribute our own creative ideas in the main exhibition. Also the intensive
accompanying program at the Cultural Center, Cologne-Muelheim, and
the regular intercultural market day on Friday (in front of the
Cultural Center) proved to provide successful publicity.
Of course we
were also very pleased about the artist visits from our neighbors!
The haiku poems of Gabriele Walter received particular praise as a
rich poetic addition to the visual artworks - particularly the Moon Haikus in
the black-and-white space.
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Arrangements with classical sculptures |
It
is not the first time that Gabriele Walter’s poems have been
successfully presented to the public. Gabriele writes her poems on
meditative walks in nature, which is reflected in the lyrical depth
and vividness of these small works of art.
Networking
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Event: Meditation Folders, color cloths and 3 steps for "enter into art". |
As
part of the Prelude exhibition in Cologne we also started to build up
our online show, which was announced also in our German-language
Meditaterra Google + network and in the network "Xing". We hope that we can build the
popularity of the online show in the lead-up to the main exhibition.
We are pleased to announce that we were able to set the date of the second traveling exhibition in Diez over the Easter period. And the main exhibition in 2016 at the Cultural Center of Cologne-Mülheim has already been advertised. The long period of publication will certainly contribute to success!
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Kurt Ries and Gabriele Walter |
As you know, the
main show will also include awards. Our task for the next few months
will be to develop the details for the awards and the rules for the
online show, as well as building cooperation with partners and german artists. We will
keep you informed.
Link to: Opening of the Prelude exhibition
Our deadline has been extended until December 31, 2015. We look forward to your participation in 2016 and also to your recommendations, please take a look at our new page "Interested?".
We are open to constructive opinions and comments!
Link to: Opening of the Prelude exhibition
Our deadline has been extended until December 31, 2015. We look forward to your participation in 2016 and also to your recommendations, please take a look at our new page "Interested?".
We are open to constructive opinions and comments!
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Summer party in the garden restaurant of the cultural center of Cologne-Mülheim during our exhibition. |