The main prize of Kunstkubus 2025 was awarded to Frank Homeyer. His performance “Der Schmerz zu existieren” (The Pain of Existing) impressed the jury with its powerful combination of body, space, and material. Homeyer, who has been working at the intersection of performance, sound, and visual art for years, repeatedly makes the existential questions of our time tangible in his projects.
Two finalists also received recognition: Ulli Heinlein wrote the word “freedom” in sand and ash in the room – fragile, transient, and yet a powerful image for our present. Albrecht Fersch irritated and amused with his action “Schreibtischtäter” (Desk Perpetrator), in which he opened an office on the beach, thus highlighting the tension between work and leisure.
Another highlight was the special award for the political posters created by THWS students. Under the direction of Prof. Gertrud Nolte, over 100 works were created as part of the #endlichankommen project, artistically condensing current topics such as democracy, freedom, and solidarity. Twelve selected posters were presented in large format—an impressive statement against indifference and for an open society. The award means that the political posters will continue! As a prize, the students were given the opportunity to use the art-free space again next year.

The 2025 award ceremony made it clear that art is not only an aesthetic expression, but also a reflection of social debates and a catalyst for new perspectives. Whether in the award winner's performative works or in the clear messages of the students, art opens up spaces for pain, hope, criticism, and vision.

More about #endlichankommen and the contributions at: www.endlichankommen.info