When is the exhibition open?

The exhibition can be seen from October 9 to 24, 2026. It is open from Wednesday to Friday from 3 PM to 7 PM as well as Saturday from 12 PM to 6 PM and by appointment.

Where does the exhibition take place?

The exhibition takes place in the Evangelical Pauluskirche, Grabenstr. 9, 44787 Bochum.

Which artists are presented?

Works by Renate von Charlottenburg and BĀLAVAT, who lived and worked in Bochum for many years, will be shown.

What can visitors expect at the opening?

At the opening, actor Hansa Czypionka will read texts for BĀLAVAT's images. The event will be moderated by philosopher and publisher Andreas Mascha, and Renate von Charlottenburg will be present.

How much is the admission?

Admission to the exhibition and the vernissage is free.

Is the exhibition accessible for people with disabilities?

Information on accessibility is not specified in the available event details.

Two Artistic Paths to the Absolute: Art Between Myth, Thought, and Transcendence

Name: Exhibition: There Are Many Ways to Approach the Absolute...
Start: 2026-10-14T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-24T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Evangelische Pauluskirche

Two Artistic Paths to Experience the Absolute

In the Evangelical Pauluskirche Bochum, Renate von Charlottenburg and BĀLAVAT come together in an extraordinary exhibition. Under the title There Are Many Ways to Approach the Absolute..., the presentation brings together two independent positions that deal with humanity, the universal, and the transcendent.

Philosophical Pop Art Meets Poetic Drawing

BĀLAVAT approaches the great questions of existence with energetic, powerful, and large-format object images. Lyrical-philosophical texts accompany his works and create a conceptual bridge from the profane to the universal. The striking and provocative imagery anchors his art in a contemporary, philosophically oriented pop art.

In contrast, Renate von Charlottenburg develops a nearly contrary expression. Her intricate pencil-ink drawings appear quiet, tender, and playful. Myths and fairy tales from East and West form the cultural resonance space of her imagery. In her art, which she calls Meta-Romanticism, narrative delicacy, humorous disruption, and art historical references to German early Romanticism come together.

An Exhibition in Sacred Space

The Pauluskirche lends a special exhibition atmosphere to the viewing of the works. Light, architecture, and the quiet spatial impact of the church intensify the aesthetic experience. Object images, drawings, paintings, and installations appear here as different forms of approaching a reality that cannot be precisely defined.

After many separate exhibitions, the works of the two artists, who lived and worked in Bochum for many years, are being presented together for the first time. The curatorial juxtaposition makes visible how different artistic paths to knowledge can be: BĀLAVAT works with direct pictorial power and philosophical sharpening, while Renate von Charlottenburg opens new horizons through fine lines, figures, and mythical narratives.

Opening with Reading and Moderation

At the opening, actor Hansa Czypionka will read the texts for BĀLAVAT's images. The evening will be moderated by philosopher and publisher Andreas Mascha. Renate von Charlottenburg will be present at the vernissage. BĀLAVAT, who passed away in 2019, remains present through his images and writings.

Conclusion: Art Between Myth, Thought, and Transcendence

The exhibition offers a concentrated art experience between philosophical pop art, poetic drawing, myth, and intellectual exploration. Art enthusiasts will experience two independent artistic directions in a space that connects perception and reflection. Those seeking aesthetic experience, cultural education, and existential questions in art should definitely visit this exhibition live.