Through Chargesheimer’s Lens: Life and Art in Post-War CologneFrom Photos to Kinetic Sculptures 💥October 3, 2024 at 10:30 AM
and October 3, 2024 at 06:30 PM
Museum Ludwig

Dear ArtTalkers,

Upcoming the next ArtTalk at Museum Ludwig on October 3!

This time, we’ll dive into the fascinating world of Chargesheimer, a Cologne photographer who transformed how we see everyday life in the city. 📸 Known for his iconic photo books, Cologne intime and Unter Krahnenbäumen, Chargesheimer captured the spirit of post-war Cologne like no one else. His gritty, unvarnished portrayal of life on the streets gives us a unique window into the city’s history and people.

But that’s not all! For the first time in 30 years, we’ll also see his kinetic sculptures, the Meditationsmühlen. These Plexiglas works reflect the balance of chaos and control, blending art and mechanics in ways that are as hypnotic as they are groundbreaking.

Plus, we’ll kick off the ArtTalk with the latest Schultze Project frieze, featuring artist Kresiah Mukwazhi. Her powerful new work tackles themes of patriarchal violence and female empowerment.

Interested in joining me for the KunstBewusst lecture in English featuring Kresiah?
Date: Sept. 24, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM
Venue: Museum Ludwig Kino Saal
(No sign-up needed!)

For the ArtTalk, we’ll meet in the central foyer, and remember—no large bags. 😊 I can’t wait to explore Chargesheimer’s world and Mukwazhi’s impactful work with you all. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Artful greetings,
Karla

Thanks 😍Anke for a podcast suggestion from Open Spotify on Chargesheimer!
Here is the link!

ArtTalk Sign Up

Sessions

Session 1: October 3, 2024 at 10:30 AM (Register here via email)
Session 2: October 3, 2024 at 06:30 PM (Register here via email)

Sign Up Information

Register by Sept. 29th Why? My ArtTalks are labors of love – each ArtTalk is unique and requires time and resources to prepare for. Minimum number of ArtTalk participants: 5. If there are not enough people, I will let you know via email at least 2 days before the ArtTalk. If don’t hear from me – you’re in and we’re on.

Venue

Museum Ludwig, Heinrich-Böll-Platz, 50667 Köln

Fee

Adults 25€, kids, students, artists 5€

Please transfer the ArtTalk fee with your registration a week before the ArtTalk. If you pay and cannot attend, let me know where I can transfer your money back to you.

Bank Account

DE 17 6723 0000 4019 2455 50

Further Information

We’ll meet in the middle of the central foyer. Remember large bags (bigger than an A4 piece of paper) must be checked. Feel free to reach out to me Karla Schlaepfer: info@art-talks.de if you have any questions.