“Discover Adria”
My third exposition in 2025 featured three beautiful cities along the Northern Adriatic coast: Venice, Piran, and Rovinj. Each city and its wider surroundings were presented in Art Immersion Rooms (AIR) which pulled the audience into a multi-dimensional experience of art. While paintings were exhibited, an art film was shown about the specific location. At the same time a soundtrack composed for that occasion set the mood for the room. Additionally sculptures were presented by the Modellschule Graz class 5b to complete a full immersion into the artistic realm. The outcome was meant to let the audience truly believe it was in Venice, Piran, or Rovinj for just a moment. Long enough to forget Graz and it cold winter, to wander along the coast of the Adriatic Sea.
Art Immersion Room 1: “Adria”
The main room AIR1 “Adria” served as a gathering point for visitors, also exhibited larger paintings of mine. The exposition had its opening in the main room, and featured a partial gondola specifically created for the event. Behind it a wide background painting of Venice set the background for photographers taking pictures of guests sitting in the gondola. Visitors could sign the guest book, or purchase the soundtrack from the exposition. Champagne and snacks were served.
Art Immersion Room 2: “Venice”
AIR2 showcased Venice including some of it islands. Two larger, framed paintings of gondolas and Il Redentore served as main exhibition pieces. On tables nearby many sculptures displaying Adriatic coastal memorabilia drew the spectator into the experience. One seagull attached to the ceiling made the visitor watch out and therefore get attention. For those needing a break, chairs in the middle of AIR2 invited guest to watch the art film shown in front of them. The light was dimmed, so the experience was more personal. Some visitors came back the next day to watch the movie once more, but this time in quiet.
Art Immersion Room 3: “Piran”
Piran in Slovenia was the focus of AIR3. Many cultural influences can be found in Piran, as it boasts Roman, Venetian, Austrian, and Croatian histories to dive into. Therefore its architecture has a fascinating mix of Venetian churches, as well as Austrian imperial buildings. AIR3 featured several larger paintings, many sculptures and a small cinema setup for watching the art film about Piran. The painting Via Primoz Trubar 19 seemed to have been liked by many.
Art Immersion Room 4: “Rovinj”
AIR4 let the viewer walk the Croatian city of Rovinj in Istria. When it comes to picturesque imagery, other coastal cities can barely keep up with Rovinjs striking silhouette against the Adriatic Sea. Regardless of viewing angle this city simply looks majestic from anywhere. Many painting were sold from this collection. I invite anyone to take a trip down South and walk this historic city on their own.