I moved from Munich to Leipzig many years ago, and my artistic exploration of gentrification has a lot to do with the changes in my places of residence. The difference between the two cities made it clear once again: accessible, affordable space is closely linked to a vibrant art scene. Affordable studios, art venues, interstitial spaces, and brownfields offer room for artistic interventions. Art needs space to emerge and space to be displayed. Therefore, the topics of gentrification and the handling of places of artistic work are inherent. In the following works, I have dealt specifically with the topic of gentrification.
