Documents submitted by Olav Schiedel spanning the years 2000 to 2025
Olav Schiedel, a renowned German sculptor based in Paderborn, is presenting a retrospective of his work from the past 25 years at Space for Art. The exhibition, titled "Evolving Forms", showcases Schiedel's process-driven, intuitive approach to art and challenges our ways of seeing.
About the Exhibition
The exhibition, which can be accessed at Space for Art, offers a unique exploration of perception, space, and form. Schiedel's works, often minimalist and organic, are crafted in materials such as marble, wood, and resin. They seem to have just "evolved", making them compelling and thought-provoking.
The image often emerges not on the canvas, but in the viewer's mind for Schiedel. His works are open, ambiguous, and invite individual interpretation. Schiedel refers to his works as an "optical offer", implying that what is seen is decided by each individual.
Exhibition Details
The opening event for "Evolving Forms" will take place on Friday, 15th August, at 7 PM. The exhibition will run from the 16th to the 24th of August 2025. The exhibition can be visited on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 4 PM to 7 PM. Admission is free for the exhibition.
The closing event for the exhibition will take place on Saturday, 23rd August, at 7 PM.
Location
The exhibition is being held at Space for Art, located at Kamp 21/Kötterhagen, 33098 Paderborn.
For more information and the latest updates on the exhibition, please visit www.raumfuerkunst.de.
Schiedel's works counter the visual monotony of cityscapes dominated by right angles and grid structures. His sculptures bring together works from different periods of his career, offering a fascinating journey through his artistic evolution. Don't miss this opportunity to experience Schiedel's captivating works in person!
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- While the cityscapes often exhibit visual monotony with right angles and grid structures, Schiedel's works, showcased in the "Evolving Forms" exhibition, counter this with their minimalist, organic shapes and inviting interpretation, enhancing the home-and-garden lifestyle.
