Name: Eva Nüßlein. Dirt Under the Nails
Start: 2026-06-26T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-27T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Kunstpalais

An exhibition between punk, dream, and painterly directness

With Eva Nüßlein. Dirt Under the Nails, the Kunstpalais Erlangen presents an exhibition that makes painting an immediate artistic experience. The artist, who was born in Bamberg in 1991, condenses scenes into image moments that seem like fragments of a dream just before waking: intense, open, and full of presence.

Painting as a snapshot

Nüßlein's works do not tell a linear story but rather in atmospheric densifications. Stars, tears, concerts, and skulls recur as striking symbols, creating an imagery that remains both graphic and surprisingly layered. The exhibition reveals how powerful contemporary painting can open up space, feeling, and memory with just a few motifs.

Punk, subculture, and emotional image spaces

There is a particularly strong connection to the world of music, punk, and subculture. Many titles and motifs recall song lyrics and function like visual lyrics. This creates an exhibition atmosphere where color, contrast, and figure drawing directly engage with the viewer. The works invite contemplation and connect aesthetic experience with cultural education.

A house for contemporary art

The Kunstpalais Erlangen sees itself as a museum for international contemporary art and art education. In the exhibition spaces of the Palais Stutterheim, baroque architecture meets current contemporary art. Tours, group offerings, and museum educational formats expand the visit with informed insights into curation, imagery, and context.

Accompanying program and visitor experience

For the exhibition, there are public tours and educational offerings for families, school classes, and groups. This makes the visit attractive not only for art lovers but also for visitors interested in cultural education, aesthetic experience, and contemporary painting. The direct access to the exhibition supports a focused yet lively observation.

Conclusion

Eva Nüßlein. Dirt Under the Nails promises a penetrating view of painting between scene, symbol, and emotion. Anyone wishing to experience contemporary art with a personal touch should definitely visit this exhibition live in Erlangen.