Jena, July 24, 2026: Starting this Friday, the Kunstsammlung Jena is presenting works by photographer Frank Gaudlitz. The exhibition focuses primarily on his poignant photo series from Eastern Europe and South America.
- Event: Photo exhibition by Frank Gaudlitz
- Period: July 24 to September 20, 2026
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Location: Kunstsammlung Jena, Markt 7, 07743 Jena (View on Google Maps)
- Admission: 5.00 euros (reduced 3.00 euros)
Focus on humanity, reality, and staging
For photographer Frank Gaudlitz, travel and photography form an inseparable unit. His work testifies to an intensive engagement with the people he encounters along the way. At the Kunstsammlung Jena, the focus is particularly on two geographical areas: Eastern Europe and South America.
In these series, Gaudlitz goes beyond mere documentation. He addresses the concrete living situations of those portrayed, the tension between everyday reality and its staging, as well as social upheavals and current events. Gaudlitz always photographs with the awareness that the individual is anchored in a specific historical and social context.
Proximity at eye level
A central feature of the photographs is the extraordinary proximity to the subjects. To achieve this, the artist places himself in often challenging living conditions on-site. This allows him to encounter the people depicted as a present observer at eye level. The result is expressive portraits and snapshots that provide deeper insights into human fates and cultural characteristics.
The exhibition offers visitors in Jena the opportunity to experience Gaudlitz’s multifaceted work up close. The presentation is part of the city’s diverse cultural program, which offers art enthusiasts exciting insights beyond this exhibition as well – such as the exhibition in the Jenoptik-Foyer.
Key data and contact
The exhibition can be visited at the Kunstsammlung Jena until September 20, 2026. Further information on how to get there and the accompanying program is available on the official website:
- Venue: Kunstsammlung Jena, Markt 7, 07743 Jena
- Phone: +49 (0) 3641 49 8261
- E-mail: kunstsammlung@jena.de
- Website: www.kunstsammlung-jena.de
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FRANK GAUDLITZ
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