urs raussmüller – Raussmüller Insights

Statements

by Urs Raussmüller

Nowhere is the creative potential that we humans have at our disposal as undisguised as in art. Works of art are not just exemplary material for creative behavior; instead, if they are sufficiently loaded with energy, they cause creativity. [more]

Space and Time for New Art

The Hallen für Neue Kunst
von Christel Sauer

The Hallen für Neue Kunst – the name, which means “Halls for New Art”, speaks for itself – was born out of a firm belief in an art that is direct and not fictive. The understanding of the works as facts was the premise underpinning the design of the institution. Everything was to be able to be what it is: the art, the space, the light, and not least the visitors. [more]

Ryman Paintings and Ryman Exhibitions

A talk with Urs Raussmüller

Ryman’s paintings do not exert force. Instead they allow things to happen. They do not insist on a theoretical concept and need not be perceived in a specific way. The observer is free to enjoy the painting’s effect on him. [more]

The Museum as Concept and Philosophy

Statement by Urs Raussmüller

When you build a factory, be it a spaghetti factory or a car plant, the first, most important consideration is the philosophy of the company. It is no different with a museum. The philosophy of the institution, its basic understanding of itself, must stand in first place, in other words: how does the museum perceive its function? [more]

InK. Halle für internationale neue Kunst

by Christel Sauer

In 1978, Urs Raussmüller opened “InK. Halle für internationale neue Kunst” in Zurich, realizing a groundbreaking art support concept: artists were invited to create or present new works and were given space, assistance and a remuneration. The gallery was simultaneously a studio and a meeting point, the site of exhibitions and artistic actions. A lively, creative atmosphere prevailed; the artists were inspired and the viewers curious. [more]

Artworks that make a difference

Between 2010 and 2014 the Raussmüller Collection published highlights of the collection under title Artworks that make a difference in their trimester programme for the Hallen für Neue Kunst, Schaffhausen. A large-format illustration of each work was followed by a short text – an introduction to the work as well as food for thought… [more]