As May approaches, Berlin’s vibrant art scene prepares to burst at the seams with creativity. It’s an opportune moment to visit one of the city’s most captivating off-locations. On 26.04.2024, “Information,” a solo exhibition by artist Hannah Hallermann, debuts at HOTO Berlin. Set in the gallery’s intimate courtyard space, Hallermann’s exhibition transcends traditional boundaries of expression, inviting visitors to navigate labyrinthine corridors of perception within a digitized, hyper-connected world. The sensation of being inundated with facts, opinions and falsehoods quickly overwhelms the viewer. Amidst this cognitive cacophony, Hallermann’s work emerges as a beacon of introspection, prompting profound questions about the nature of attention and consciousness in the modern age.
At the heart of the exhibition lies the “Blinkers” series, where Hallermann reimagines the humble concept of peripheral vision shields, originally designed for horses, transforming them into enigmatic sculptures. Hallermann encourages viewers to contemplate the delicate art of selective focus. Does the act of shielding oneself from external stimuli enhance or diminish overall awareness? Hallermann’s work thrives on ambiguity, sparking contemplation and discourse.
Text: Hilka Dirks / Photos: Bastian Gehbauer
HOTO, Bergmannstr.109, 10961 Berlin–Kreuzberg, map
Hannah Hallermann “Information” 27.04.–14.06.2024. Opening 26.04. from 18h
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