Colorful winter passion: Red Thread” exhibition in Osterburg!
Visit the special exhibition “Red Thread” in the Osterburg District Museum: Paintings and installations by Fabian Freese, November 30th to February 22nd, 2026.

Colorful winter passion: Red Thread” exhibition in Osterburg!
The anticipation of artistic experiences in the Hanseatic city of Osterburg is increasing. From November 30, 2025, the special exhibition “Red Thread – A warm glow in the cold dark“ opens. This exhibition promises more than just creative insights into the works of the artist and gallery ownerFabian Freesefrom Wuppertal, but also a colorful oasis for the gray winter months.
Fabian Freese is not only a name in the art scene, but has already presented his work internationally, from Europe to America to Australia and Asia. Through painting, photography and installations, he invites visitors to re-explore the urban environment and use everyday materials in innovative ways. Particularly noteworthy is the expansive installation in the Church of St. Nicolai, which immerses exhibition visitors in a fascinating world.
Insights into the exhibition
The exhibition runs untilFebruary 22, 2026and opens its doors Tuesday to Friday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. A special plus point: Access to the exhibition rooms and the St. Nicolai Church is barrier-free so that everyone can enjoy the art.
A highlight of the exhibition is theLight painting seriesthat interact with urban spaces. Freese combines different art forms to bring the symbiosis between painting and photography to life. Art lovers can look forward to exploring the aesthetic and social aspects of contemporary art.
Photography in focus
Photography, an art form that has existed since 1839, is an indispensable part of the art exhibition. It interacts closely with other visual artistic media, especially painting. Contemporary photography is complemented by digital technologies that are revolutionizing its production and presentation.
With exciting contributions that deal with the history and aesthetic forms of photography, this exhibition will not only inspire visitors to marvel, but also to think. The role of photography in today's art landscape remains a fascinating topic that stimulates discussion and promotes exchange. Especially Dr. Jule Schaffer, art historian with a focus on photography and media theory, will contribute significantly to the topic.
The connection between artistic expression and everyday reality is once again impressively demonstrated in this exhibition. Anyone who has the opportunity should not miss this opportunity. As always, art enriches life and opens doors to new worlds.
For further information about the exhibition and opening times, please visit the [Landkreis Stendal] website (https://www.landkreis-stendal.de/de/news/unter-dem-title-red-thread-ein-warmes-leuchte-im-kalten-dunklen.html). And if you want to find out more about photography in general, check out Heidelberg University.