Andreas Bromba
Andreas Bromba
Andreas Bromba’s artistic journey is an exploration of life’s inscrutability, captured through the lens of his sophisticated photography. As a versatile artist working in both photography and installation art, Bromba has cultivated a distinct style, marked by a modern and expressive aesthetic that transcends fleeting trends.
His extensive body of work encompasses documentary and street photography, elaborate portraits, and concept series such as “Andere Welten/TERRA Total,” where staged photography playfully intertwines with the enigmatic essence of existence. The “Mystical Series” stands out with its silent force, bathing the viewer in an almost religious blue, reminiscent of Yves Klein’s iconic paintings.
Bromba’s distinctive signature, including the notable “berlin minimal,” has garnered him a substantial following of enthusiasts and collectors. His success is underscored by numerous solo exhibitions, such as “berlin hamburg münchen minimal” at Show Room Labor Pixel Grain in Berlin and the captivating “Mystische Serie” at Galerie ArtVorota in Kaliningrad/Königsberg, Russia.
Beyond solo exhibitions, Bromba’s work has been featured in prestigious group exhibitions and art fairs worldwide, reinforcing his position in the contemporary art scene. Notably, his participation in events like “Clarity in the confusion of the world” at Neustein Castle, Austria, and “Favourites III” at Visulex-Gallery for Photography in Hamburg speaks to the international resonance of his art.
Bromba’s commitment to the art community extends beyond his personal practice. His involvement in foundations, such as the Morgenstern Foundation for Artists in Need, reflects a dedication to supporting fellow artists. Furthermore, his accolades, including the Art Prize 2021 in the “Photography” category from Kunstverein KUNST Stuttgart International, testify to the recognition and impact of his work.
In the realm of academia, Bromba’s artistic journey is complemented by a solid foundation, with studies in art history at the University of Hamburg and specialized training in fashion graphics. This academic background adds depth to his artistic vision and contributes to the timelessness of his oeuvre.
Andreas Bromba’s photography is a testament to the power of visual storytelling, capturing the essence of life in its myriad forms. His ability to balance modernity with a touch of classic elegance establishes him as a noteworthy figure in the contemporary art scene, with each exhibition and publication adding new layers to his rich artistic tapestry.
Artistic career
1992-95|Studies art history, University of Hamburg
1990/91|Trained in fashion graphics, “Frankfurt School for Fashion, Graphics & Design”
1989/90|Start of art education studies, specialising in photography, Frankfurt/M,
Solo Shows
2024|”berlinhamburgmünchen.minimal“, Show Room Labor Pixel Grain, Berlin
2019| “Mystische Serie”; Galerie ArtVorota, Kaliningrad/Königsberg, Russland
2018| “DEUTSCHE INDUSTRIE -ROMANTIK”; Morgenstern-Galerie, Berlin
2015| “Stadt von unten“; Galerie Einstellungsraum e.V./Triennale der Photographie, Hamburg
2012|“berlin minimal”; Neujahrsempfang der Preußischen Gesellschaft, Berlin
2012| “Mystische Serie”; Morgenstern-Galerie, Berlin
2007| “Die Stadt K. – Königsberg/Kaliningrad“, Kunststiftung Galerie Poll, Berlin
2005|“Mystische Serie”; Deutsch-Russisches Haus, Kaliningrad/Königsberg, Russland
2004|“berlin minimal”; Marken- und Komm.zentrum der Adam Opel AG, Berlin
2003|“Von Königsberg nach Kaliningrad”, Deutsch-Russ. Haus, Kaliningrad/Königsberg, Russland
2000|“Andere Welten” + DEUTSCHE INDUSTRIE -ROMANTIK; Galerie Art Concept
2000| “berlin minimal” + INDUSTRIE -ROMANTIK; Galerie Forum Amalienpark, Berlin
Group exhibitions and trade fairs (selection)
2023|”Clarity in the confusion of the world”, Neustein Castle, Austria
2023|”Favourites III”, Visulex-Gallery for Photograpy, Hamburg
2022|Kunstverein KUNST Stuttgart, Red Dot Art Basel Miami, USA
2022|”Art in Transition”, Kunstverein KUNST Stuttgart, Stuttgart/Leonberg
2021|Favourites II, Visulex-Gallery for Photograpy, Hamburg
2021|AFFORDABLE ART FAIR, Hamburg, Visulex-Gallery for Photograpy
2021|ARTe Wiesbaden, as part of the award ceremony of the art prizes of the Kunstverein Stuttgart
2021|”The New Ones”, positions of contemporary art, Kunstverein KUNST Stuttgart
2020|Fair participation ART MUC re:start, Munich
2019|Fair participations ART MUC, Munich and NEUE ArT, Dresden
2016/17|“Aufbruch””; International School of the Golden Rose Cross, Bad Münder
2014|”Blaue Strömung”, New Saxon Art Association, Dresden
2013|”quadriART”, EAGL Gallery, Berlin, Germany
2008|”Postionen aktueller Kunst”; Poll Art Foundation Gallery
2004|moq – ART NOW GALLERY, Berlin [Installations/DEUTSCHE INDUSTRIE-ROMANTIK]
2004|”German Architectural Photography Prize”; Goethe Institute, Budapest, Hungary
2002|”German Architectural Photography Prize”; Bundeskunsthalle, Bonn
2002|”German Architectural Photography Prize”; vhs-photogalerie, Stuttgart
2001|”Other Worlds/TERRRA TOTAL”; Loft36, Berlin
2001|”German Architectural Photography Prize”; Architecture Centre at the Kulturbahnhof, Kassel
Publications
2019 |“Awakening – Art + Spirituality”, Athena-Verlag; ISBN 978-3-7455-1075-1
2016 | “TANGERINE DREAM: FORCE MAJEURE – 1967 – 2014, written and compiled by EDGAR FROESE”; ISBN 978-3-00-056524-3
2015 |“Wo Lärm auf der Gassen ist, da gehe fürbaß.”, 13 positions by artists, Galerie Einstellungsraum e.V., Hamburg; ISBN 978-3-938218-82-2
2015 |Über die Verhältnisse, Hamburg Architecture Summer 2015
2014 | Blaue Strömung, Neuer Sächsischer Kunstverein e.V., Dresden; ISBN 978-3-941209-33-6
2007 | „The City of K. – a city awakens“, exhibition catalogue Kunststiftung Poll, Berlin
2005 |berlin minimal, exhibition catalogue and part of the PR campaign, Adam Opel AG
2001 |Visions in Architecture, European Architecture Photography Prize, db arch.bild; ISBN 3-421-03370-6
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Further highlights
2021 | Art Prize 2021 category “Photography” of the Kunstverein KUNST Stuttgart International
2019 | Admission as an artist to the Kunstverein KUNST Stuttgart International
2009 | Foundation of the Morgenstern Foundation for Artists in Need, Berlin
2004 | Realisation of the photo project berlin minimal with PR campaign by Opel AG
2001 | European Architecture Photography Prize, “Recognition” [berlin minimal]
2000 | Project sponsorship by Prof. Würth, Würth Art Foundation, Künzelsau
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- December 29, 2023
