Containment Within the Box
In the heart of Düsseldorf, a new photographic project is set to captivate audiences. Titled "Oberbilk. Behind the Station," this collaborative work by photographers and authors Markus Luigs and Alexandra Wehrmann delves into the life and surroundings of the district of Oberbilk, located near a train station.
Markus Luigs, a graduate of graphic design from the University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf, and Alexandra Wehrmann, a journalist known for her work with media outlets such as the "Rheinische Post," have combined their artistic and journalistic talents to create a unique visual narrative. Their work often focuses on capturing everyday moments and the socio-cultural aspects of specific places, blending artistic photography with documentary insights.
For this project, they have collected a diverse array of stories about Oberbilk, featuring around 40 local residents. These include police officer Dirk Sauerborn, boxing legend Wilfried Weiser, school principal Dr. Antonietta Zeoli, musician and photographer Stefan Schneider, cabaret artist Mane Meckenstock, artist Anne Mommertz, and pastor Lars Schütt, among others.
Markus Luigs, who also works as a photographer and designer, has previously used group financing for his 2017 photo book "Düsseldorf Pearls." Similarly, the crowdfunding phase for "Oberbilk. Behind the Station" runs until December 11th, with the project hosted on [www.startnext.com/oberbilk].
Luigs considers Oberbilk to be very untypical for Düsseldorf. He is particularly interested in the roughness, the directness, the cracks and scars of Oberbilk, which he believes make it a fascinating subject for exploration and documentation. Alexandra Wehrmann, on the other hand, found the encounters during the work on the book incredibly exciting and learned a lot about Oberbilk and its residents.
Markus Luigs has been involved in various exhibitions since 2007, and his photos have been shown at prestigious venues such as the Museum Kunstpalast ("The Great"). His dedication to documenting the lesser-known aspects of Düsseldorf is evident in his work, and he feels the need to "fight for Oberbilk, every time anew."
This collaborative project promises to offer a unique and insightful look into the district of Oberbilk, providing a platform for its residents to share their stories and experiences. If you're interested in supporting this project, visit [www.startnext.com/oberbilk] before December 11th.
The collaborative project, titled "Oberbilk. Behind the Station," delves not only into the life of the district but also into its home-and-garden lifestyle, depicting its unique charm through the diverse stories of its residents. After the crowdfunding phase ends on December 11th at www.startnext.com/oberbilk, the result will provide an insightful lifestyle overview of Oberbilk for interested audiences.
