When does the special event take place?

On 18.07.2026 from 15:00 to 18:00.

Where is the venue located?

At SG1 Art Space, Schmale Gasse 1, 47051 Duisburg.

Is the admission free?

Yes, the special event is free of charge.

Is the exhibition indoors?

Yes, the event takes place in the art space.

Are there any details about guided tours or workshops?

No additional guided tours or workshops are mentioned in the available sources for this special event.

How long should one plan for the visit?

For a quiet visit with contemplation of the works, about an hour or a bit more is recommended.

BIOPHILIA showcases a poetic natural world made from everyday materials and collages by Ulrike Waltemathe in Duisburg

Name: BIOPHILIA Special Event – Ulrike Waltemathe
Start: 2026-07-18T17:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-18T20:00:00+02:00
Location: SG1 Kunstraum

BIOPHILIA at SG1: A Special Appointment for the Senses

The special event of BIOPHILIA offers a concentrated glimpse into the sculptural works and collages of Ulrike Waltemathe. In the SG1 Art Space in Duisburg, visitors encounter an exhibition where nature observation, microscopy, material poetry, and precise craftsmanship merge into an intense artistic experience.

Between Organic and Imagination

Waltemathe's works begin with biological forms and lead them into an independent visual world. Viruses, mutations, cultivations, and organic structures are not depicted illustratively but are translated into artistic bodies. Cotton swabs, spoons, paper, and other everyday items gain a surprisingly fragile dignity. The contemplation of the works thus becomes an aesthetic experience between wonder and reflection.

Material as Narrator

The exhibition is particularly powerful where the material itself speaks. Paper serves not only as a carrier but also as a building material and starting point for collages. Watercolor, photographic templates, and handcrafted changes interact with each other. The result resembles a fictional herbarium, a scientific order, and at the same time, a poetic transformation. This connection of art history, nature reference, and experimental shaping gives the exhibition its own rhythm.

The Artist's Handwriting

Ulrike Waltemathe is known for her biomorphic, meticulously assembled works. Her artistic practice thrives on patience, precision, and an unmistakable closeness to nature as a source of inspiration. As the CityARTist award winner 2024, she represents a position in contemporary visual art that transforms everyday materials into surprisingly vibrant sculptures and collages. In the serene atmosphere of SG1, this work reveals a strong presence.

SG1 as an Open Art Space

The SG1 Art Space is a non-commercial place with changing exhibitions, supported by the Duisburg artists Stacey Blatt and Luise Hoyer. The open structure of the house promotes direct access to art and makes the visit particularly approachable. Those who want to experience contemporary art in a personal, urban setting will find here a place for discovery, conversation, and careful observation.

Conclusion

BIOPHILIA is a special event for everyone who wants to experience art as sensual research. The exhibition combines nature images, material experiments, and craftsmanship intensity into a quiet but lasting visit experience. An appointment that sharpens perception and magnifies the small. A visit is definitely worthwhile.