When does the tour of Abandon all Hope take place?

The event takes place on October 23, 2026, at 7 PM at EL ARTElier in Erlangen.

What is the admission fee?

Admission to the exhibition and the event is free.

Where is EL ARTElier located?

EL ARTElier is located at Wasserturmstraße 12 in 91054 Erlangen. The entrance to the gallery is on Schiffstraße.

How long will the exhibition Abandon all Hope be on display?

The exhibition is open from October 10 to November 28, 2026.

Are there additional tours of the exhibition?

According to event information, a tour with KMA takes place every Saturday at 2 PM.

Is the exhibition suitable for children?

The exhibition is recommended for ages 18 and up.

Abandon all Hope: Dark Art, Dante, and the Hell of Our Present

Name: Abandon all Hope
Start: 2026-10-23T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-23T21:00:00+02:00
Location: EL ARTElier Galerie

Abandon all Hope: A visually powerful journey into the hell of the present

The exhibition Abandon all Hope at EL ARTElier Erlangen leads into the multifaceted thought world of the artist KMA. Inspired by Dante Alighieri's classic Divine Comedy, visitors encounter grotesque, demonic creatures as well as an intense imagery about the man-made hell of the modern world.

Between Dante and the Present

KMA translates the symbolic world of Dante's Inferno into a contemporary art direction. The works revolve around societal tensions, fears, guilt, and human self-destruction. Art historical references combine with an immediate diagnosis of the present and open up a view of the work between allegory, grotesque, and existential reflection.

Grotesque Creatures and Dark Image Spaces

At the center of the exhibition are grotesque and demonic creatures, whose forms oscillate between human figures, fantasy beings, and dark visions. Contours, body shapes, and expressive image signs condense into an atmospheric composition. The uncanny takes on a visible form, while familiar notions of hope, damnation, and responsibility become unstable.

Sketches, Texts, and the Thought World of the Artist

In addition to the elaborated works, Abandon all Hope shows sketches and texts. This makes the artistic process comprehensible: ideas, motives, and metaphorical meanings enter into a dialogue. The personal tour with KMA allows for direct access to the works and makes the exhibition atmosphere an intense art experience.

Cultural Education Through Personal Mediation

The exhibition combines painting, drawing, literary inspiration, and societal observation. Visitors discover how a medieval hell myth can be transformed into a contemporary imagery. The personal mediation by KMA supports a concentrated aesthetic experience and invites attendees to read the works beyond their visible surface.

Conclusion: Dark Art with Lasting Impact

Abandon all Hope awaits art enthusiasts with an intense examination of works between Dante's reception, grotesque fantasy, and a critical look at the present. Those who want to experience contemporary art as a sensual, intellectual, and cultural experience will find an exhibition with a special atmospheric density in EL ARTElier. Visiting the personal tour with KMA promises new perspectives on sketches, texts, and metaphorical image worlds.