Experience the Horáková and Maurer Photography Exhibition at FOTOHOF Salzburg

This exhibition presents the multifaceted work of Tamara Horáková and Ewald Maurer, figures central to the establishment of photography as an artistic medium in the 1980s. Visitors can explore their conceptual and abstract approach to the medium, spanning from early experimentation with light-sensitive materials to critical reflections on the contemporary digital landscape.

The work of Tamara Horáková and Ewald Maurer is emblematic of the shifts that defined the artistic use of photography beginning in the 1980s. Known for their early adoption of large-format canvases coated with liquid light and site-specific installations, the duo has consistently engaged with the theoretical discourse surrounding the medium's basics. Their practice is deeply rooted in a critical examination of political and social events, as well as an exploration of the inherent properties of both analog and digital imaging processes. In this exhibition at FOTOHOF, the artists trace the history of the medium, moving from the foundational techniques of figures like Daguerre to the collapse of high-tech lab eras and the contemporary dominance of mobile application filters and artificial intelligence. The installation features striking pieces such as a 460 cm 'Russian Ice' work, which addresses the Russian invasion, and a 'Face with Tears of Joy' motif, providing a commentary on the nature of photography in the age of AI. Their extensive and materially rich body of work offers a deep, conceptual interrogation of how images are produced and understood today.

The exhibition is open to the public at the FOTOHOF gallery. Details regarding opening events and guided gallery walks are provided on the gallery website for visitor planning.