Focussing on humans

The contemporary language of sculpture offers very specific opportunities for formulating and taking up positions. Ideally, the subject/visual idea and the selected suitable visual medium will combine to form a very concentrated spatial situation.

This very material and tangible presence in space, the ability to master and structure this space, is a result of the formal power of composition, the interplay of volume and cross-section, and also – and this is what is essentially decisive in the quality of the entire undertaking – of the content-related credibility, the authenticity of that which is presented. The natural slowness, which is determined by the material, acts as a filter and is very helpful to the artist in serious, long-term self-questioning along the path to achieving an image.

Prof. Bruno Raetsch

Focuses of this course of study

The figure is the central subject here. In our case, the umbrella term of “figure” is defined by the interrelationship, the complex interplay of human beings, and the spatial and social landscapes that they inhabit. Traditional focuses of education in this field include figure, groups of figures/spatial installation, portraits and relief. Materials should ideally be selected based on the subject, the content of the work. In addition, multi-disciplinary projects are encouraged here.

Cooperation with other classes is very much desired.

Prerequisites

General qualification for university entrance, and artistic suitability. No specialist prior technical and craft skills are required. Exceptions: The general qualification for university entrance can be waived in cases of exceptional talent combined with professional experience.

Degree

‘Diplom’ degree in Fine Arts

Prerequisites

General qualification for university entrance, and artistic suitability. No specialist prior technical and craft skills are required. Exceptions: The general qualification for university entrance can be waived in cases of exceptional talent combined with professional experience.

Study Information

DayThe university holds a Study Information Day in January every year for applicants. General information on the university is provided, and the various disciplines showcase themselves. You will be able to talk to students and to assistants. The precise date is announced on our website by mid-December at the latest.

Annual exhibition

The traditional summer festival, which includes the annual exhibition, is held every year in July at Burg Giebichenstein. The university opens up its studios, seminar facilities and workshops to all who are curious about the fresh ideas, objects and pieces of art that have been created in the various art and design disciplines at the state of Saxony-Anhalt's art university. You are cordially invited to come along! 

Contact persons at the university

Department of Student and Academic Affairs
Monika Müller
T +49 (0)345 7751 532
F +49 (0)345 7751 517
E-Mail: ed.ellah-grub@ofniduts