Black-and-white moods at the "Galerie im Turm"

Seeing the world through different eyes: Starting June 26, 2026, photographer Andreas Kretzschmar will present his impressive exhibition “Moods in Black and White - Shapes, Lines, and Contrasts” at the Galerie im Turm in Wuppertal-Elberfeld.

Those seeking the perfect symbiosis of light and shadow need not travel far this summer. Right here in Wuppertal, the Galerie im Turm in the Christuskirche is opening its doors for a visual highlight. Photographer Andreas Kretzschmar presents an exclusive selection of his most expressive works.

From the SPC Photo Award straight to the gallery

Andreas Kretzschmar recently celebrated an impressive achievement: at the prestigious SPC Photo Award in Cologne, his work won first place from the expert jury. His winning photo, “Way Down,” stood out among hundreds of submissions.

As we previously reported in our background article on the award, this image perfectly showcases Kretzschmar’s eye for urban geometry and extreme contrasts.

At the exhibition in Wuppertal, you now have the chance to view this award-winning eye-catcher and many other works up close.

Reducing to the Essentials

In a world inundated with color, the artist deliberately embraces the timeless elegance of monochrome. His architectural photographs captivate with their clean lines, strong contrasts, and a wonderfully minimalist visual language. In addition to architectural masterpieces, the Fotoforum Wuppertal also features high-contrast portraits and gripping street photography from Kretzschmar’s personal portfolio.

Take this opportunity to support the local cultural scene in Wuppertal and find inspiration for your next interior design project right here!

Exhibition details:

Christuskirche - Galerie im Turm, Unterer Grifflenberg 65, 42119 Wuppertal
Opening reception: Friday, June 26, 2026, starting at 7:00 p.m.

Additional dates: Wednesdays, July 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Cover image: Andreas Kretzschmar
Featured image: Andreas Kretzschmar
Text: Dirk Eichler

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