Art in the Stuwerviertel: Babsi Daum transforms displays into experiences

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Discover the Stuwerviertel in Leopoldstadt: art mile, exhibitions and the work of Babsi Daum on October 20, 2024.

Entdecken Sie das Stuwerviertel in Leopoldstadt: Kunstmeile, Ausstellungen und das Wirken von Babsi Daum am 20. Oktober 2024.
Discover the Stuwerviertel in Leopoldstadt: art mile, exhibitions and the work of Babsi Daum on October 20, 2024.

Art in the Stuwerviertel: Babsi Daum transforms displays into experiences

The Stuwerviertel in the second district, long characterized by prostitution and an everyday cityscape, has transformed in recent years into a vibrant place for art and culture. On the corner of Stuwerstrasse and Molkereistrasse, the artist Babsi Daum leads a collective of printmakers that uses the displays of former inns as exhibition spaces. This idea dates back to 2008, when the first exhibition took place in these windows. To date, over 200 artists can be seen in the displays, which are accessible to all passers-by free of charge from sunrise to 11 p.m.

The 100th exhibition in this series will be celebrated on Sunday, October 20, 2024. From 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Daum and her colleague Rita Kämmerer invite you to the vernissage, which is considered a milestone in the history of this artistic initiative. It is also impressive that since the exhibitions began, not a single event has been canceled due to weather conditions or other challenges. In addition, the owner of the house acknowledges the municipality's requirement by lighting the displays at night so that the works of art can shine even in the dark hours.

Art in public spaces

Babsi Daum doesn't just use the displays for her own works, as she shows her artistic style in this context once a year. At the same time, the “Arbeit in Auslage” platform has established itself as a creative stage that enables artists to share their work with a wide audience. The exhibition, which opens on Sunday, is the 106th in this series and offers an exciting insight into the diversity of printmaking.

A look back shows the dynamic development of art in the Stuwerviertel. This form of exhibition presentation has not only proven innovative but also attracts interest from the neighborhood and beyond. Urban life includes not only everyday perspectives, but also the encounter with art in public spaces, which has increasingly come into focus in recent years. In this respect, Babsi Daum's initiative makes a valuable contribution to the cultural identity of the district and invites people to interact with art.

A network of artists

The influence of such projects should not be underestimated and is also discussed in academic works on street art and public art. These events help raise awareness of art in urban contexts and promote interaction between artists and viewers. A report on Academia illustrates the development of such art forms and their relevance to the modern cityscape.

Overall, the Stuwerviertel shows that art can be more than something that is only viewed in museums or galleries. It can penetrate directly into our living spaces and enrich everyday life. The commitment of Babsi Daum and her collective is a wonderful example of how creative energy can sustainably change the image of a district. So if you have time next Sunday, you definitely shouldn't miss this opportunity in the displays.

Courier reports, that the Stuwerviertel was not previously known as an art mile and that the development under the direction of Babsi Daum represents a remarkable turnaround in the art scene of the second district. The exhibition series has now established itself as a permanent fixture and regularly attracts new talent, while passers-by become an active part of the artistic events.

In the Grätzl emphasizes that the installation-rich shop windows not only present art, but also strengthen the connection to the community. At a time when urban spaces are often associated with hustle and bustle and anonymity, this is a refreshing sign that shows how art can create quality of life.

In conclusion, it can be said that not only art is created in the Stuwerviertel, but also a place of encounter and creative exchange that radiates far beyond the borders of its district.

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