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GEISTER: David Schalko's Captivating Photography Exhibition on Unseen Creatures

This debut visual arts project at OstLicht Gallery runs from November 13 to December 21, 2024.

Step into the world of 'GEISTER,' David Schalko's inaugural photography exhibition at OstLicht Gallery. Primarily known as an author and director, Schalko now reveals his unique vision through the lens, exploring 'undiscovered creatures living among us.' This collection of works, also featured in his debut photo book, offers a compelling artistic journey into the unseen. The presented photo editions are available for acquisition, providing a unique opportunity to own a piece of this intriguing project.

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Exhibition summary

David Schalko, known for his work as an author and director, presents his first photography exhibition, 'GEISTER' ('Ghosts'). The exhibition showcases his exploration of unseen creatures captured through photography, marking a significant excursion into the visual arts.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'GEISTER' ('Ghosts') marks David Schalko's first major foray into the world of photography, presenting his debut photo book published by Verlag der modernen Kunst. Schalko, primarily recognized as an author and director, describes the project as 'the story of an obsession' stemming from his discovery of 'undiscovered creatures living among us.' The exhibition and accompanying book serve as an outlet for this obsession, showcasing hundreds, if not thousands, of photographic captures of these elusive subjects before they 'disappeared again.' The works presented are available as photo editions at Galerie OstLicht.

Admission and ticket notes

The photo editions related to the exhibition are available at Galerie OstLicht. Visitors are directed to a link to download a press kit and view all works associated with David Schalko's exhibition 'Geister'. Ticketing details for exhibition entry are not explicitly provided on this page, but purchasing information for photo books and editions is available.

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Venue
OstLicht Gallery for Photography
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Nov 13, 2024 – Dec 21, 2024
Artist line / attribution
Featuring David Schalko, known as an author and director, in his first exhibition of photography.
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