ME AND MY UNIVERSE
Me and my Universe is a photographic exploration of the inner worlds of artists. Rather than focusing on their work itself, the series looks at how they see the world and what inspires them. Combining portraiture with objects, symbols, and biographical references, the photographs offer a glimpse into the individual worlds behind each artist.
After years as a musician, guitarist Stefan Fröhlich found another form of expression in photography. Interested in the relationship between the creation of music and visual art, he focuses particularly on the tension between improvisation and composition.
This portrait was taken in Berlin in 2025 and shows dancer, actor, musician and performance artist Jensus Kraßnig.
This photograph was taken in Berlin in 2026 and shows Berlin artist Maja Neuhaus.
Christian Gurú Nuñez, Paraguayan photographer and filmmaker, on the roof of his house in the Chacarita district of Asunción.
Otto Baum combines art and design into a unique practice that is both technical and creative. With a background in textile and surface design and a passion for hand lettering, he usually realises his creative ideas not on paper or canvas, but directly on walls. The central stage of his work is the 3.60 x 4.60 metre practice wall in his studio, which is constantly being repainted and redesigned. At the centre of this is the use of his self-developed ‘Ottotools’ - customised tools, devices and apparatus that combine precision and innovation. From stencils and brushes to complex devices and digital planning tools: The process of creating his works is just as important as the final image. Baum's work makes experimentation and the interplay of technology, ideas and craftsmanship visible - and invites you to experience the creative process up close.
Alëna Ivanova (also known as Aamaterra) is an intuitive visionary artist. She identifies herself as a citizen of the planet — an Earthling.
Using a diverse range of mediums, Alëna creates Artifacts. Her artistic style is predominantly abstract, characterized by strong contrasts, neon, vibrant and reflective colours, and fine lines. The central motif woven throughout Alëna‘s creations is finding inner balance and awakening of consciousness, body, inner potential, creative power, and true authentic self. Alëna believes that by expanding and transcending the boundaries and limitations of one's personal self, individuals nurture and collaboratively shape the collective.