Attendee count soars at 2025 Art Academy in Düsseldorf, reaching nearly 42,000 participants
The Art Academy in [City Name] has been a hub of creativity and innovation, with several students and scholars receiving recognition and awards for their exceptional work.
In a recent development, Anna van Baarsen from Professor Nina Canell's class was awarded the annual stipend of the Konrad Krieger Foundation, valued at 6,000 euros. This recognition is a testament to Anna's dedication and talent in the field of art.
Jan Hunkemöller, Christi Knak Tschaikowskaja, and Lilli Lake, students from the classes of Professors Ed Atkins, Gregor Schneider, and Nina Canell respectively, each received a travel stipend worth 1,500 euros from the Kunstverein der Rheinlande and Westfalen, in collaboration with the Kulturstiftung der Stadtsparkasse Düsseldorf. These stipends will enable these artists to broaden their horizons and gain new perspectives through travel.
Da Eun Kim, a student from Professor Gregor Schneider's class, was the recipient of the travel stipend of "The Ginkgo Foundation / Art Hotel Ufer," valued at 2,000 euros. This opportunity will undoubtedly provide Da Eun with invaluable experiences and inspiration.
The Society of Friends and Sponsors awarded two fostering prizes worth 1,500 euros each to the classes of Professor Maximiliane Baumgartner and Ari Benjamin Meyers. This recognition highlights the quality of teaching and the potential of these classes.
Stella Jermann from Professor Ed Atkins' class was granted a study visit to the Cité Internationale des Arts in Paris, an opportunity that will undoubtedly enhance her artistic skills and vision.
In addition to these individual awards, the Society of Friends and Sponsors granted 25 Deutschlandstipendien, further supporting the next generation of artists.
Juliana Paek from Professor Maximiliane Baumgartner's class received the annual stipend of BEST GRUPPE, worth 12,000 euros, including a solo exhibition at their branch. This is a significant recognition for Juliana and a testament to her talent and potential.
The Art Academy's Open Studios 2025 took place from an unspecified date until February 9th, 2025. During this event, students showcased their works, offering the public a glimpse into the vibrant and diverse world of art being created at the academy.
While there were no specific names of artists or scholarships explicitly linked to the Open Studios 2025 at the Künstlerschule in the search results, it is worth noting that Jakob Nickels received the Lyonel Art Prize 2025 for his graduation work at the Bauhaus University Weimar on July 11, 2025. Various students and alumni from art institutions such as HfG Karlsruhe also received prizes and scholarships in early 2025, but no direct mention of the Open Studios event or the Künstlerschule scholarships was found in the results.
Two project prizes worth 500 euros each were awarded to Jessica Tille from Professor Gregor Schneider's class and Philipp Baumann from Professor Nina Canell's class. These awards recognise the potential and creativity of these two promising artists.
The Art Academy continues to nurture and support its students, providing them with opportunities to grow and excel in their artistic pursuits. The Open Studios 2025 was a testament to this commitment, showcasing the talent and potential of the next generation of artists.
