When can the exhibition "In the Mirror" be visited?

The exhibition is open on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 12 to 15 hrs.

Where does the exhibition take place?

The exhibition takes place in the trunk studio in the basement of the Kofferfabrik, Lange Str. 81, 90762 Fürth.

How much is the admission fee?

Admission to the exhibition is free.

Who is exhibiting at "In the Mirror"?

The exhibition features paintings by the artist Martina Kimmel, born in 1960 in Nuremberg and residing in Wörnitz.

Are there guided tours or workshops?

No guided tours or workshops are scheduled for the visit on November 1, 2026.

Is the exhibition accessible for people with disabilities?

Information on the accessibility of the exhibition space is not available for this date.

Discover "In the Mirror": Contemporary painting between human, animal, and memory

Name: Exhibition "In the Mirror"
Start: 2026-11-01T12:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-01T15:00:00+01:00
Location: Kofferfabrik

"In the Mirror": When animals make human roles visible

In the exhibition "In the Mirror", Martina Kimmel presents contemporary painting in the new trunk studio of the Kofferfabrik Fürth. Her image worlds oscillate between human and animal, seriousness and irony, figure and experiment. Familiar motifs tilt into a surprising perspective and invite an intense examination of the works.

Painting between familiarity and irritation

Martina Kimmel, born in 1960 in Nuremberg, lives and works in Wörnitz. Her art combines figurative painting, abstraction, and encaustic with strong structures and reduced color worlds. Animals do not appear as lifelike studies, but as representatives of human experiences, characters, and memories.

The works open a mental space between reality and symbolism. Bodies, postures, and animal presence refer to human role models and societal behaviors. It is precisely this shift that creates an aesthetic experience that feels familiar yet intrigues.

An atmospheric exhibition in the basement

The exhibition takes place in the new trunk studio of the Kofferfabrik. The intimate space in the basement shapes the exhibition atmosphere and brings visitors directly to the surfaces, structures, and emotional tensions of the paintings.

Reduced color worlds, striking image structures, and figurative elements unite into a concentrated visual language. The curation emphasizes closeness and openness: Each work allows room for personal associations and experiences.

Art as a mirror of social roles

At the center of the exhibition is the question of how human identity becomes visible in the image. The animal figures reflect roles, attributions, and behavior patterns without committing to a single interpretation. Thus, a silent dialogue arises between the image and the observer.

The works of Martina Kimmel combine poetic imagery with social observation. Her painting is suitable for both an in-depth art historical examination and an open approach in terms of cultural education.

Conclusion: An art experience with an open outcome

"In the Mirror" promises a concentrated art experience for all those who wish to discover contemporary painting, symbolic image worlds, and unusual perspectives on humans and animals. The exhibition in the trunk studio creates an immediate aesthetic experience and encourages a re-evaluation of one's role models. Visit the exhibition live and let Martina Kimmel's painting entice you to observe closely.