Life in a 24-Hour Rhythm For billions of years, life on Earth has followed a stable rhythm: a day lasts 24 hours, with light during the day and darkness at night. Almost all organisms—from bacteria …
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When Bodies Become Data: Why Feminism Still Matters in the Age of AI
A photograph that was never meant to exist. There is a photograph that was never supposed to survive. A tintype from 1913, smuggled out of a British prison. It shows a woman strapped to a …
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The SELF in the Image – A Play of Perception
Text by Corinna Heumann and photography by vanderGracht Artists and their artistic portraits usually respond to the flood of images in the digital present with critical distance and playful irony. Countless inexpensive ways to produce …
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The Telling Eye – The Retina as a Window to Whole-Body Health
“Bring beer and chips. Tonight we’re going to crush them,” his friend texts as he’s already on his way to watch the game. So he makes a quick stop at the supermarket—he’s out of cigarettes …
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Between Precision and Poetry: Who Is Vera Schmit-Eilenberger?
Some people find their calling by taking the long way around — Vera Schmit-Eilenberger is one of them. It was not until the final semester of her medical studies in Heidelberg and Lyon that she …
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The Architecture of Memory – The Memory of Machines
AI as Collective Memory and Architecture of Remembrance When Carl Gustav Jung developed his concept of the collective unconscious in the early 20th century, he described a kind of psychic inheritance of humanity — a …
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When Artists Meet: Between the Gaze and the Gesture — The Portrait as a Shared Space
Interview by Corinna Heumann, Illustration by Kim Kluge — Corinna on the Move Kim Kluge and Corinna Heumann talk about closeness, perception, and the special dynamic between two creative personalities. CH: When I portrayed you, …
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Parallel Universes: Between Quantum Physics, Algorithms, and the End of the Self
Are there infinite versions of you? A journey through physics, computer science, and philosophy Imagine that right now, you’re making a decision. Coffee or tea? Left or right? Call or stay silent? But what if …
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The Paradox of Water Worlds – Why Life Needs Balance
When astronomers speak today of distant exoplanets, one term appears with growing frequency: water worlds. Planets whose mass is made up largely of water, cloaked in endless oceans, shrouded in towering clouds, pierced by unimaginable …
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The Neo-Fluxus Artist H.O. Schmidt Symbolically Connects Germany and New Zealnd through his Artistic Action
Photo by Peter Köster One part of the four-meter-high sculpture stands in the medieval town of Lennep. Its antipode will be immersed into the South Pacific Sea. To realize this, H.O. Schmidt brought the heart …
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The Epic of Gilgamesh: Why Humanity’s Oldest Story Speaks to Us More Than Ever
Rebirth from Clay and Time In 1872, something extraordinary happened. British Assyriologist George Smith was hunched over a pile of broken clay tablets in his dusty London office when he suddenly froze. The cuneiform signs …
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The Other Me in the Machine’s Mirror: How Deepfakes Are Redefining Our Understanding of Identity
Once upon a time, our face belonged to us alone. A strangely naive idea, in hindsight. Because what does “ownership” mean when something can be seen, photographed — and now perfectly imitated — by anyone? …
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The Woman Who Turns Crises into Careers: Who is Shaleenah Marie?
When mentoring becomes a superpower Every evening, a family of chess players gathers around the chessboard—Shaleenah, her husband, and their son versing each other. It’s here, between queens and knights, that Shaleenah Marie recharges for …
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The Human Soul in Metamorphosis – Who ist Georg Schnitzler?
Interview and Image by Corinna Heumann What drives you, Georg Schnitzler? The human being. The human being has always been at the center of my work. In my paintings, I portray the figure deliberately alone …
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Twins in the Digital Dimension: A Journey Through Two Mirror Worlds
Imagine two parallel universes: one where virtual worlds are created for spectacular experiences, and another where digital twins are used to optimize manufacturing industries. Both emerged from the same technological revolution—yet while the consumer mirror …
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Visual Explorations of Power, the Body and the Fragility of Humanity
In the current exhibition Heroines at the world’s first Women’s Museum in Bonn, not only do outstanding historical female figures meet, but also contemporary women who continue to rethink the present. Here, literature meets visual …
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Conquering the UX World with a Ukrainian Fairy Tale and a Global Perspective – Who is Maryna Zabigailo?
“The Turnip” is more than just a children’s story. For Maryna Zabigailo, this old Ukrainian tale is a guiding principle in life: A giant turnip can only be pulled from the ground when everyone works …
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Easter UtopEgg
An Easter UtopEgg inspired by Salvador Dalí and ChatGTP by Corinna Heumann In a molten moment, when the sun’s rays dripped from the sky like viscous toothpaste, Chlormornis opened the gate to her realm of …
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Atwoodian Utopias – World Literature Meets Pop Culture
Text and image by Corinna Heumann In Margaret Atwood‘s work, the major questions of our time meet unsettling answers. They belong to the great utopian literature of the world and are now ranked third after …
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Psychology Meets the Future: Who is Birgit Eckart?
As an experienced expert in psychology and transformation processes, Birgit brings more than just business acumen to the table—she is responsible for global self-reflection initiatives at Siemens AG and leads two coaching programs. But beyond …
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Cybercrime: Who Falls Victim and Why?
Cybercrime: Who Falls Victim and Why? Cybercrime is the invisible threat of the digital age. It doesn’t just target companies and government agencies; increasingly, private individuals are also in the crosshairs. In 2023, police in …
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Artificial Empathy and Digital Agents: Hope or Illusion?
A digital companion detects fatigue in its user’s face, suggests relaxing music, and offers encouraging feedback during a presentation rehearsal. What once seemed like science fiction has become reality: digital agents are evolving into empathetic, …
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Fifty-Fifty
Text and image by Corinna Heumann Diverse artistic positions unite art and philosophy, questioning themes such as freedom and rules while emphasizing balance as a central principle. They call for creative solutions and harmony between …
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Questionable Art Upside Down
Text by Corinna Heumann/ Image by Frank Fremerey Bonn-based photographer Frank Fremerey and artist Corinna Heumann pose the question in a new series of photomontages. How can people be inspired to engage with questionable art …
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A History of Design and Fusion: From Tools to Human-Machine Interaction
Historically, the connection between humans and tools was straightforward: a hammer felt heavy, a saw demanded skill. The design of a tool was crucial to facilitate easier work. During this period, where tools served as …
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Prejudices: A Double-Edged Sword of Human Perception
Prejudices are deeply rooted in the human psyche and play a complex role in our societal interactions. They help us process the vast amounts of information that flood us daily and make quick decisions. However, …
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An Artistic Journey in Harmony with Nature: Who is Frank Fischer?
How Frank Fischer’s Art Inspires a Deeper Understanding of Our Relationship with Nature In the heart of Munich, amidst the bustling city dwellers and historic facades, Frank Fischer unveiled an unexpected masterpiece in 2021. A …
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Humanity, Technology, and Nature in Perfect Symbiosis – The World in a Hundred Years
Illustration by Susanne Gold and her personal assistant Mr. DAll-E In the year 2123, the world has undergone dramatic changes. The dwindling population now thrives in an era where technology and humanity are in a …
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The Fusion of Art, Science, and the Business World – Who is Chris Tille?
Chris Tille is an artist with a creative and innovative project named “MindSculpt”. This project’s inception was sparked by the captivating idea of converting thoughts and emotions into physical art pieces. This unique form of …
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Leaving a positive footprint – who is Silke Popp?
Silke Popp, born in 1971, has built an impressive professional trajectory, skillfully blending her deep legal acumen with broad human resources knowledge. After earning her law degree, with emphases in European and international law as …
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An Artist in the Sign of Transformation – Who is Celeste Delilah Husinec?
A Journey Through Self-Discovery and Art Celeste Delilah Husinec, a young artist from the International Munich Art Lab (IMAl), explores her identity and artistic expression through the poetry of transformation, viewing art not just as …
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Cosmology, Complexity, and the Art of Risk Research: Who Is Rainer Sachs?
In a world increasingly defined by global-scale uncertainties, many people crave clarity and foresight. Assessing risks and safeguarding against the myriad dangers within a tightly interconnected global network presents a nearly Herculean task against the …
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Crazy Museum: The Intersection of Art and Observation – who is Marisa Prete
In the emerging light of AI-generated imagery, the story of Italian digital artist Marisa Prete emerges. She is a trained philosopher who works in public administration by day and dedicates her free time to the …
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Art as a Reflection of the Soul – Who is Melina Gold?
Melina Gold, a versatile artist from Munich, works hidden behind lively streets and historic buildings, in a place that breathes creativity and inspiration – the International Munich Art Lab (IMAL). In this workshop, Melina blurs …
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Freedom through Renewable Energies – The World in 100 Years
What will the world look like in 100 years? Schoolchildren from Benin will go on their class trip to Berlin and shiver comfortably at the thought that there was once a time when people from …
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Claw – Awaken your Inner Beast
Titel Design by Tarek Shuieb Projekt by Ralf Gawel In an era where the digital revolution continually redefines the bounds of possibility, Ralf Gawel offers a visionary tale that penetrates the essence of our digital …
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How a private crisis became a brilliant invention that could change the world – Who is Rebecca Johnson?
In Scotland, where belief in fairies, giants, and leprechauns still prevails, begins the story of Rebecca Johnson, in the 1980s, affectionately called “Becci” by her friends. The story I am about to tell is marked …
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Reinventing Art in the Age of AI: A Societal Challenge
In a world where algorithms tend to replicate the familiar and amplify the predictable, a similar trend is reflected in art. We see reproductions that mimic what already exists, instead of breaking new ground. If …
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From Medicine to Innovation: Alawi Swabury and the Vision of the Africa Battery Initiative
In the realm of science and development, ideas sometimes emerge that appear so utopian one might almost doubt their realization. Yet, the actualization of such ideas carries the potential to profoundly and transformatively change our …
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The Canvas in Flux: How Entertainment Moves the World
The fusion of pleasure and responsibility in new entertainment In a world dominated by technological advancements, entertainment has evolved to play a crucial role. It has the potential to be more than just an escape …