When is the exhibition running?

The exhibition runs from 2026-08-02 10:00:00 to 2026-09-27 18:00:00.

Where does the exhibition take place?

At Kunstpalais, Cultural Office of the City of Erlangen at Marktplatz 1 in 91054 Erlangen.

How much is the admission fee?

The regular admission is 6 euros. On certain action days, there is also free admission.

Are there tours available?

Yes, Kunstpalais offers public tours and educational programs related to the exhibition.

Is the museum accessible?

The exhibition spaces in the basement are accessible via an elevator. Other areas may have limited accessibility.

Can you participate in workshops?

Yes, workshops are planned for the exhibition, including formats with the artist herself.

Eva Nüßlein Connects Punk, Poetry, and Painting into Intense Imagery

Name: Eva Nüßlein. Dirt Under the Nails
Start: 2026-08-02T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-27T20:00:00+02:00
Location: Kunstpalais

Eva Nüßlein in Erlangen: Painting Between Punk, Poetry, and Strong Imagery

With Eva Nüßlein. Dirt Under the Nails, Kunstpalais Erlangen presents an exhibition that connects contemporary painting with immediate imagery, emotional force, and a clear stance. The artist, born in Bamberg in 1991 and now living in Nuremberg, shapes scenes like snapshots from a dream just before waking: open, intense, and full of signs.

A Painting that Acts Like Music

Nüßlein's works thrive on contrasts, clear forms, and a visual world that oscillates between pop, subculture, and autobiographical energy. Stars, Tears, Shows, and Skulls appear as recurring motifs, along with a direct, graphic color palette and an atmosphere reminiscent of a good album: loud, poetic, and memorable. This exhibition makes it tangible how painting functions as an aesthetic experience when it is not distant but immediately touches the viewer.

Visual Spaces Full of Details and Symbolism

Those who look more closely will discover large-format compositions with theatrical tension, glittering stones, bold outlines, and an imagery direction that guides and simultaneously challenges the viewer's gaze. Nüßlein's figures seem approachable yet enigmatic; they tell of emotions like fear, sadness, wonder, and anticipation. This is precisely where the power of her painting lies: in the connection between simplicity and depth, between accessible imagery and historically reflected contemporary art.

Curation and Educational Value

Kunstpalais Erlangen sees itself as a house for international contemporary art and focuses on mediation that connects knowledge and perception. The exhibition includes public tours, workshops, and an ArtLab with the artist. This transforms the museum visit into an art experience that is not only viewed but actively explored. Especially appealing is the connection between imagery and songwriting, which makes Nüßlein's dual role as a painter and singer of the post-punk band Ambiviolenz visible.

The Venue: Art in Palais Stutterheim

Kunstpalais is centrally located at the marketplace in Erlangen, in the Baroque Palais Stutterheim. The exhibition spaces are characterized by a clear spatial impact and the special atmosphere of a historic building that connects contemporary art with an open educational mandate. Access from the train station is short, the location is urban and easily reachable.

Conclusion

Eva Nüßlein. Dirt Under the Nails promises an exhibition full of color, rhythm, and visual tension. Anyone wishing to experience painting as an immediate, sensual, and also reflective form of contemporary art should visit this exhibition live in Erlangen.