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Elvira Franz
At the BBKarium in Wernigerode, Elvira Franz is presenting her exhibition “Colors Like Sounds.” Her artistic work focuses on color, form, and their interplay. Precisely placed areas of color, curved lines, and geometric shapes create distinct pictorial spaces. Subtly graded shades of color interact with one another, producing different visual “sounds.” Franz is interested in […]
Annegrete Riebesel
At the BBKarium Magdeburg, Annegrete Riebesel is presenting works in glass under the title “Glass Art with Passion.” The glass artist has been exploring the unique properties of glass for many years. Transparency, light, reflection, and the unique material qualities of glass are at the heart of her work. Riebesel explores the possibilities of the […]
Rebecca Hilser
Rebecca Hilser’s exhibition “Narrative Characters” is on view at the BBKarium Halle. She combines textile techniques with drawing and painterly methods to create multi-layered visual worlds. Fabric, thread, paint, and embroidery become independent creative tools in this process and develop a unique visual language. In her work “Aufbruchsstimmung” (2023), Hilser combines silk, crepe, dyeing, and […]
“Cultural Education Meets School” on September 11, 2026
The 2025 needs assessment identified several key areas for cultural education in Halle. Many of you specifically cited establishing contact and communicating with schools as a challenge. In addition, there was a desire to learn more about funding opportunities for cultural education projects in schools and to deepen the dialogue with the city administration, particularly […]
Culture Empowers – Digital Information Sessions on the Application Process
On August 1, 2026, the final round of calls for proposals for this funding phase of “Culture Makes Us Strong. We Can Do Art” began. Starting immediately, applications for cultural education projects in the field of visual arts may be submitted through September 30, 2026. The earliest possible start date for the project period is […]
Information Session – Culture Empowers! | Salzwedel District Adult Education Center on August 19, 2026
Looking for funding? Do you have an idea for a project that promotes cultural participation? Do you already have a clear vision, but the funding hasn’t been finalized yet? Or are you still in the very early stages of developing your idea? No matter how far along you are with your project idea, feel free […]
Save the date: Lecture by Bernd Göbel: His Art of Criticism
Lecture on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Lecture with Dr. Doreen Pöschl as part of the lecture series organized by the Friends and Supporters of the Moritzburg Art Museum onfemale artistsfrom HalleBernd Göbel (1942) is one of the most renowned contemporary German sculptors and medalists and enjoys international recognition. As a former professor […]
Election Benchmarks for the 2026 State Election in Saxony-Anhalt
We have joined forces with two other organizations—Kreativwirtschaft Sachsen-Anhalt e.V. and Landeszentrum Freies Theater Sachsen-Anhalt e.V.—to present our state policy issues in a unified manner. Together, we surveyed seven political parties about their positions regarding the state election on September 6, 2026, and the upcoming legislative term. We view these campaign platform points as an […]
Election Forum Hosted by BBK, KWSA, and LanZe on August 22
Together with Kreativwirtschaft Sachsen-Anhalt e.V. and the Landeszentrum Freies Theater Sachsen-Anhalt e.V., we are hosting an election forum featuring a panel discussion on the election benchmarks we sent to the political parties. We’ll engage in direct dialogue and ask questions in person. We invite you to join us: Come to Halle (Saale) on August 22, […]
Gerstaecker: Exclusively for BBK members – 10 % product range discount
In 2026, Gerstaecker will support the “Open Studios in Saxony-Anhalt” project, organized by the Cultural Department of the BBK Saxony-Anhalt. In addition, Gerstaecker offers all BBK members a 10% discount on its product range. Upon presentation of their membership card, BBK members receive a 10% discount on their purchases at GERSTAECKER art supply stores and […]
Feedback on Artfellow
In internal newsletter 23/2026, we asked you to share your opinions on the provider Artfello in light of recent events. We would like to thank the three BBK members—Cornelia Weihe, Sari Prieto Peňa, and Rita Lass—who did so, and we are now summarizing their feedback for all members: Conclusion: No criminal activity was reported to […]
BBK Symposium 2026: Art in Public Spaces on October 9 in Hanover
For its 2026 annual symposium, the BBK Federal Association of Artists will bring together artists, other experts, and the general public to discuss the role of art in public spaces (KiöR) and art in architecture. The symposium is dedicated to exploring how art in public spaces can be conceived, designed, and communicated today—within the context […]
On the Road to the State Legislative Election
The BBK Saxony-Anhalt is part of several networks that, in the run-up to the state election in Saxony-Anhalt on September 6, 2026, are committed to democratic principles and are working to ensure a high voter turnout. After all, there is a lot at stake: our state’s openness to the world (the “Sachsen-Anhalt weltoffen” network), cultural […]
Update on the “generell frisch” Fundraiser in Wittenberg
Update as of June 30, 2026 We’re getting closer to our goal! Our fundraising campaign is entering the home stretch. Thanks to funding commitments and adjustments to the exhibition’s content, we no longer need the originally targeted amount (7,000 EUR), but only 5,030 EUR. We have already received 3,100 EUR in donations. This means we […]
New FAQ on Fees on the BBK Federal Association’s Website
The FAQs were developed by the Fees Working Group and supplement the guide “Fees for Visual Artists” with practical explanations, calculation aids, and answers to frequently asked questions. The guide provides support in preparing proposals, contract negotiations, and grant applications, and also addresses important topics such as the KSK, employment, mini-jobs, as well as pension […]
The Saxony-Anhalt Art Foundation Supports BBK and Its Members
The eagerly awaited decisions of the Art Foundation’s Board of Trustees have been announced. Of those who submitted their applications in December 2025, the following BBK members, as well as the Cultural Office of the BBK Saxony-Anhalt, have reason to celebrate: From the press release issued by the Saxony-Anhalt State Art Foundation: On June 17, […]
OPEN CALL BURG Annual Exhibition 26
Burgshop goes BURG! The Burgshop will open its container doors for the annual exhibition at Burg Giebichenstein University of Art and Design Halle on July 18 and 19, 2026. Apply now via the open call with your product or object! For more information about the Burgshop, visit https://designhaus.burg-halle.de/burgshop/ Application and Requirements
OPEN CALL: Development of Artistic Projects in Cologne’s Neighborhoods
For a new project, the ArtAsyl Veedel-Walk, we are looking for artists and cultural workers who would like to collaborate with local residents to develop new artistic projects. Pilot Project in Cologne-Mülheim Neighborhood Walk: July 24, 2026 The ArtAsyl Veedel Walk is a new, participatory cultural project in public spaces that will launch in 2026 […]
OPEN CALL – ARTIST RESIDENCY FOR PARTICIPATORY PROJECTS
We are looking for artists and creative professionals from all artistic and creative fields (visual arts, theater, music, film, literature, design, architecture, crafts) who are interested in developing and implementing a participatory art project in the Bavarian Forest over a period of three months. The residencies take place at SCHIESSLHAUS AiR in Kollnburg or at […]
“Sketch & Share” Workshop at BBK Leipzig
Workshop: The Third Room: Sketch & Share // Interstices #3 As part of our current exhibition, *The Third Room: Sketch & Share*, we cordially invite you to the Sketch & Share workshop. The Third Room: Sketch & Share is an experimental exhibition format that combines drawing, exchange, and collective artistic practice. Through the accompanying workshops, […]