Wim Wenders rises earlier than usual today.
Celebrating Wim Wenders' 80th Birthday: "The Art of Seeing" Exhibition at Bonn's Bundeskunsthalle
Wim Wenders, the acclaimed filmmaker known for works like "Buena Vista Social Club," "Paris, Texas," and "Wings of Desire," is turning 80 on August 14. To mark this milestone, a major exhibition titled "The Art of Seeing" (also referred to as W.I.M. The Art of Seeing) is being hosted by the Bundeskunsthalle in Bonn, Germany.
This comprehensive and immersive exhibition not only explores Wenders' groundbreaking cinematography but also showcases his broader artistic output, including photographs, collages, drawings, and electronic paintings.
Key Features
The exhibition highlights Wim Wenders' unique visual storytelling through various mediums such as polaroids, film stills, and hand-drawn sketches. These materials offer insights into his creative process and fascination with landscapes and solitude.
A pivotal feature is a large immersive installation equipped with state-of-the-art image and sound technology, allowing visitors to fully engage with Wenders' cinematic work. The exhibition also includes an audio walk guided by Wenders himself, providing visitors with personal insights and context about the exhibits.
Collaboration and Support
The exhibition is a collaborative effort between the Bundeskunsthalle, the DFF – Deutsches Filminstitut & Filmmuseum, the Wim Wenders Stiftung, and Wenders Images, with support from Road Movies and MUBI.
The exhibition runs from August 1st, 2025, through January 11th, 2026, and is set to travel to Frankfurt's DFF museum in 2026.
Wim Wenders, who resides near Berlin, mentioned that he enjoys seeing how the world looks in the mornings. However, he did not specify the exact time he wakes up. Each day, according to his statement, looks unique to him, with the landscape looking different every day. This appreciation for the beauty of the morning and the ever-changing landscape is reflected in his work, making "The Art of Seeing" a must-visit for fans and newcomers alike.
The appreciation for natural landscapes and solitude, as reflected in Wim Wenders' work, extends beyond his films to his home-and-garden lifestyle, where he enjoys the beauty of the changing morning landscape. This immersive exhibition, "The Art of Seeing," also showcases Wenders' outdoor-living and lifestyle, featuring not just his cinematography but also his polaroids, sketches, and other artistic works that embrace the essence of nature.
