Artist Landscape Chiemsee ’26: Experience Contemporary Art in Prien
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Chiemgau Contemporary Art between Tradition and New Beginnings
The gallery in the Old Town Hall in Prien am Chiemsee opens with the exhibition Artist Landscape Chiemsee ’26 – Continuity and the Diversity of the Present, offering a multifaceted view of the current art scene around Chiemsee. Painting, printmaking, photography, and sculpture combine to create a panorama of regional contemporary art that makes art historical continuities visible while also opening new perspectives.
A Vibrant Art Landscape at Chiemsee
The exhibition connects to the long history of the artist colony on Fraueninsel and the formative artist communities in the region. The exhibit does not see itself as a nostalgic retrospective, but rather as a vibrant connection between tradition and the present. Different generations, materials, and artistic styles engage in a compelling dialogue.
The exhibition atmosphere arises from the interplay of graphic precision, photographic observation, painterly color intensity, and sculptural spatial effects. Visitors can expect a diverse exploration of the works that combines aesthetic experience with cultural education.
Studio Exhibition by Willee WTH Regensburger: Fire, Wax, and Primary Forms
A special highlight is the studio exhibition by Willee WTH Regensburger. Born in 1954 and living at Chiemsee, this artist has been working freelance since 1977, focusing on fundamental motifs of human existence. House, well, and oven appear as archaic symbols of protection, source, warmth, and transformation.
Regensburger combines historical encaustic techniques with an independent contemporary visual language. This painting technique binds color pigments in hot beeswax and applies them to the support surface. Bright lemon yellow, deep blue, and eruptive red tones unfold a powerful, emotional presence. The pasty brushstrokes and the intense color dramaturgy give the works an immediate sensual impact.
Art Historical Classification and Awards
Willee WTH Regensburger has received several awards, including the debut artist promotion award from the Free State of Bavaria, the Gebhard Fugel Award from the German Society for Christian Art, the Prince Regent Luitpold Scholarship, and the Red Rider Award. His works have been shown in galleries, art associations, and museums both domestically and internationally. Works are held in collections including the Bavarian State Painting Collection, the State Graphic Collection Munich, the Diocesan Museum Freising, and the Kunstmuseum Zug.
As part of the exhibition, the Christine Dobler Chiemgau Art Prize of the Martin Gröbner Foundation, endowed with 2,000 euros, will be awarded on December 11, 2026. An independent expert jury will recognize an outstanding artistic position from the exhibition.
Guided Tours, Workshops, and Cultural Education
The exhibition features Sunday tours with the participating artists and curator Ingrid Fricke. A children's workshop is aimed at children aged six and older, combining a child-friendly tour with creative work. Another workshop invites adults to engage more deeply with the exhibited positions.
Conclusion: An Art Experience for Curious Eyes
The Artist Landscape Chiemsee ’26 offers a concentrated art experience between regional art history, contemporary diversity, and sensory material experience. Especially the studio exhibition by Willee WTH Regensburger illustrates how fire, wax, color, and archaic image symbols find an unmistakable aesthetic language. A visit to the gallery in the Old Town Hall enriches cultural perception and opens new pathways to the art region Chiemsee.
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