Afternoon for all: Ruth Erdt

Zurich-based photographer Ruth Erdt is a master of the artful wink. In her work, she captures the soul of the unique district of Schwamendingen with humour and an eagle eye. Schwamendingen is a suburb and Zürich’s twelfth district (K12). The residents are proud of their neighbourhood, as is Erdt: ‘K12 is special. The others live here, the outsiders, I'm one of them and this is my declaration of love for Schwamendingen.’

Erdt has always combined autobiography and everyday life in her practice. She has been recording the development of her neighbourhood since 2006. In addition to far-reaching structural interventions, the lively Schwamendingerplatz square, the local fair and gardens, Erdt shows the ever-changing quotidian of students, workers and residents of Schwamendingen.

Come with family, friends or alone. Afternoons for all offer an opportunity to experience Ruth Erdt's exhibition in a playful way. We will introduce you to the artist and her work in a way that makes sense for young and old. Together we will exchange impressions, which we will then, subsequently, put into form. Using colours, pens and a photocopier, you can creatively form your own image of Schwamendingen and take it home with you as a souvenir of the afternoon.

All workshop dates: 20.10.2024, 17.11.2024, 8.12.2024, 19.01.2025, 3–5 pm

Open to all from 4 years old (children up to 16 years old require an adult companion)

Register by email to: fuelscher@kunsthallezurich.ch