The island of the gods sleeps on the slopes of the volcano. The dark jungle and the cool mist of the eternal waterfalls envelop the terraced rice fields, creating dreamlike watercolour paintings that promote the balance between man and nature. The heady scent of yellow frangipani flowers reaches the black beaches with their sweet aroma.
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Erwin Wurm (*1954, Bruck an der Mur) is one of the most influential contemporary artists of our time. To mark his 70th birthday, ALBERTINA MODERN is dedicating a comprehensive retrospective to his work. The exhibition features sculptures, drawings, photographs, and videos that highlight the paradoxes and absurdities of our world.
With The Scapegoat, Emma Kathleen Hepburn Ferrer presents her first solo exhibition at the renowned Sapar Contemporary Gallery in New York. From January 9 to February 15, 2025, the artist unveils a compelling body of work exploring the relationship between humans, animals, and nature, drawing upon the ancient myth of the scapegoat.
For the first time in their history, the Van Gogh Museum and the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam are joining forces to stage a major exhibition from 7 March 2025 until 9 June 2025, of one of the most important artists of our time: Anselm Kiefer.
The BRUSEUM is dedicating an exhibition to the drawings of Hermann Nitsch, shedding light on an often overlooked aspect of his extensive artistic work. While his monumental splatter paintings and the spectacular performances of his Orgien Mysterien Theater take center stage, his drawings offer an intimate glimpse into the origins and depths of his conceptual world.
Exploring various artistic motifs that combine the natural and cultural landscape of the Engadin with the metropolis of New York, Jean-Michel Basquiat’s first solo exhibition dedicated to the paintings he created in and inspired by his visits to Switzerland is on view at the St. Moritz gallery.
Let it go! Two days before Christmas, it’s time to relax. With door number 22, we breathe in the fresh South Tyrolean mountain air, float in the clear pool and gaze at the small village church. Between vineyards and apple trees, we find our inner centre with a meditative Om. Today you can win a 50% voucher for a two-day stay for two at the Hotel Schwarzschmied.
In 2025, Tate Modern promises an extraordinary lineup of exhibitions that celebrate the diversity and innovation of global art. From groundbreaking retrospectives to immersive installations, here’s what to expect from the year ahead.
The ALBERTINA Museum is showing the highlights of its large holdings of works by Jim Dine – a representative selection of the artist’s generous donation that presents his oeuvre in a multifaceted way.
Bathed in the stillness of the morning, I took a conscious walk from the sublime Es Racó d’Artà up Puig des Racó. The cool autumn air, the scent of pine trees mixed with the distant salty hint of the sea and the rustle of leaves under my feet were my constant companions. The stony path required my full attention. I felt my breath, quiet and even, and my steps adapted to the gentle rhythm..
From 23 November 2024, the Palm Springs Art Museum will be showing almost 200 works by this visionary artist in the exhibition ‘David Hockney: Perspective Should Be Reversed’. The show, which runs until 31 March 2025, offers insights into Hockneys quest to capture the world from new perspectives while emphasising his personal identity.
Nestled in the prestigious 16th arrondissement of Paris, the Beauséjour project redefines the aesthetic of traditional medical spaces. This project by Atelier Opale – the interior design studio founded by Alexandra Bouthier and Alice Lefebvre in 2019 – embodies their signature approach: meticulous attention to detail, a masterful interplay of materials, and an ever-present quest for the perfect light. The outcome is a renovation that exudes timeless elegance.
Bharti Kher, one of India’s most prominent contemporary artists, is known for her complex works that explore both intimate and universal themes. Her art spans sculpture, painting, and installation, often featuring a variety of materials and symbols, with the bindi serving as a recurring motif. These symbols represent transformation, identity, and human consciousness, inviting viewers to delve into social layers and cultural topics that provoke deeper reflection.
Recent studies have shown in test series how museum experiences can significantly increase mental well-being. The Austrian Federal Association for Psychotherapy estimates that around 30% of the population will struggle with psychological symptoms at some point in their lives, and more than half of Austria’s young people already suffer from depression. Immersive experiences allow people to discover their inner child and take their creativity to a whole new level, giving both mind and body a break from everyday worries
From November 7 to 10, 2024, Art Week Tokyo (AWT) will once again serve as a hub for art enthusiasts and experts from around the world. With over 40 participating galleries, this year’s edition offers a rich program that showcases the diversity of Japanese contemporary art, complemented by perspectives from international artists. The event will feature both renowned names and promising emerging talents.
Anyone who thinks that the last Jedermann call of the festival will bring peace and quiet to Salzburg is mistaken. Autumn also has a lot to offer culturally. Whether jazz or folk music, the city continues to act as a stage and so does the Hotel Stein.
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of MARC JACOBS, the renowned artist has designed a limited capsule collection together with MARC JACOBS.
Futura Laboratories hat in den letzten Jahrzehnten zahlreiche Kooperationen mit renommierten Modebrands realisiert. Besonders herausragend sind seine Partnerschaften mit Streetwear-Giganten wie Supreme, Nike, Off-White und The North Face.
The great draughtsman Alfred Kubin shows us the world in the clutches of evil. The exhibition at the ALBERTINA MODERN presents Kubin’s early creative phase from 1899 to 1904 from the ALBERTINA’s collection of around 1800 drawings. 100 works visualise his dark world, in which evil, the frightening and the gruesome prevail.