Encountering art opens up a special space for experience—a space in which meaning can reveal itself and be discovered in a unique way. For the meaning of a work of art does not simply lie ready before us; it first emerges and unfolds in the encounter, through individual and ever-renewed acts of viewing. In this sense, perception is an active, creative act in which sensory experience and thought come together.
We would like to cordially invite you to join us in a conversation about this creative power of conscious perception: What does it mean to truly see? What happens when the world feels that we are seeing it? And can such perception contribute something to the challenges of our time?
This day is also a special occasion for us to celebrate and give thanks. With the completion of the publication of Michael Bockemühl’s lecture series *KUNST SEHEN* (*Seeing Art*), a journey that has accompanied us for many years—moving us and continually inspiring us to see anew—has reached its provisional conclusion. We would like to celebrate this conclusion together with you.
Those interested in preparing in advance for our afternoon together can find more information on the WDR’s “KUNST SEHEN” series or listen to the episode of Jürgen Wiebicke’s “Philosophisches Radio” featuring the UW/H.
To register, please send an email by October 15, 2026, to david.hornemannvonlaer@uni-wh.de, stating your name and the number of people who will be attending.
The event is free of charge.