Turning Science into Art: Two-day exhibitions showcase results of "Künstlerische Tatsachen"

On August 15 and 16, TRAFO Jena turned into a stage for art and science at the Arts & Science Residency organised by "Künstlerische Tatsachen". For six weeks, three artists selected by different curators worked closely with scientists. They exchanged questions, methods, and perspectives. Based on this exchange, the artists developed artistic projects with this year’s focus on performance, film, and process-based artistic practices.

The results of these encounters could be experienced in diverse formats: from film screenings and video installations to lecture-performances. Just as important as the artistic projects themselves was the opportunity for the audience to meet and speak directly with the participating artists and scientists.

Among them was Dr. Andreas Ulmer from our Cluster of Excellence. He collaborated with Vienna-based artist Felix Helmut Wagner, whose film translates scientific insights into striking visuals, rhythmic sound, and even a little bit of fake blood. Felix will continue working on his film. We cannot wait to see the final result.