When does the vernissage of a special kind take place?

The vernissage takes place on Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Entry begins at 4:30 PM.

Where does the exhibition opening take place?

The venue is the Hardtberg Cultural Center e.v. at Rochusstraße 276, 53123 Bonn.

What is the cost of admission?

Admission to the vernissage is free.

Who exhibits at the vernissage?

The artist Gert Friedrich presents a repertoire of his images created over a period of about ten years.

Can the exhibition be visited after the vernissage?

The exhibition can be seen at public events and by appointment.

Is there information on accessibility or guided tours?

Information on accessibility and guided tours will follow.

Gert Friedrich Presents Painting Between Historical Memory and Contemporary View in Bonn

Name: Vernissage of a Special Kind
Start: 2026-11-22T17:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-22T20:00:00+01:00
Location: Kulturzentrum Hardtberg e.v.

A Special Encounter with Painting: Gert Friedrich at Hardtberg Cultural Center

On Sunday, November 22, 2026, Gert Friedrich will open his exhibition with a vernissage of a special kind at the Hardtberg Cultural Center. The artist presents a versatile repertoire of images created over a period of about ten years. Admission is free, and entry begins at 4:30 PM.

From Metalworking to Free Painting

Gert Friedrich discovered painting after his professional career as a self-employed metal craftsman. This biographical connection between craftsmanship and artistic perception shapes his approach to his work. For him, the focus is not only on the finished picture but especially on the creative process - the slow development of an image idea, the search for a personal form, and the concentrated observation of the work.

Historical Motifs in the Eye of the Present

A special appeal of the exhibition lies in Friedrich's engagement with images and motifs from previous generations of artists. He attempts to portray historical visual worlds as their motifs might appear from today's perspective. This creates a richly tensioned dialogue between art historical memory and current perception.

Painting as an Aesthetic Experience

The exhibition invites visitors to carefully perceive colors, shapes, compositions, and the individual handwriting of the artist. In the exhibition atmosphere of the Hardtberg Cultural Center, observing the works becomes an immediate art experience: visitors encounter images that not only show motifs but also raise questions about time, memory, and artistic interpretation.

Art in a Vibrant Cultural Center

Gert Friedrich has been closely connected to the Hardtberg Cultural Center for some time and is actively involved there on a voluntary basis. His friendly and humorous nature is as much a part of his presence in the house as his willingness to understand art as an open exchange. The vernissage thus combines the opening of the exhibition, encounters, and cultural education in a personal setting.

Conclusion: Experience Painting Between Tradition and Present Live

The vernissage offers direct access to Gert Friedrich's artistic work and to a painting that connects historical image ideas with contemporary perception. Art enthusiasts can expect an intense, personal evening with space for their own discoveries and aesthetic experiences. Those who want to understand the creative process behind the images and experience the works in person should not miss the exhibition opening at the Hardtberg Cultural Center.