When can the exhibition be seen?

The exhibition can be seen from October 24 to November 28, 2026, at the Freising City Library.

What is the entrance fee?

Admission to the exhibition is free.

When is the City Library open?

The City Library is open on Tuesdays from 10 AM to 7 PM, Wednesdays to Fridays from 10 AM to 6 PM, and Saturdays from 10 AM to 2 PM.

Where does the exhibition take place?

The exhibition takes place at the Freising City Library at Weizengasse 3, 85354 Freising.

What works does Lars Herrmann show?

A cross-section of Lars Herrmann's work from 2008 to 2026 will be displayed. The focus is on ballpoint pen drawings with surreal, realistic, and fantastic imagery.

Is there an opening event?

The opening event will take place on October 23, 2026, at 6:30 PM at the Freising City Library. The exhibition will be inaugurated by art historian Dr. Veronika Winkler.

Shards and Splinters: Discover Lars Herrmann's Mysterious Drawings

Name: Lars Herrmann "Shards and Splinters"
Start: 2026-11-10T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-28T18:00:00+01:00
Location: Stadtbibliothek Freising

Shards and Splinters: Lars Herrmann's Enigmatic Imagery in Freising

From October 24 to November 28, 2026, the Freising City Library presents "Shards and Splinters," showcasing a cross-section of the long-term work of Freising artist Lars Herrmann. Admission is free. The exhibition combines contemporary drawing with surreal, realistic, and fantastic imagery, inviting concentrated engagement with the works.

The Ballpoint Pen as an Artistic Tool

At the center of Herrmann's art is the drawing with a ballpoint pen. From an everyday writing instrument, the artist develops an extraordinarily nuanced visual language. Different pressure and stroke techniques create depth, density, and intensity. Every line contributes to the atmosphere of the works and makes visible how enduring drawing precision transitions into painterly effect.

Between Reality, Fantasy, and Surrealism

The exhibition leads through picture spaces where the familiar and the unreal merge. Herrmann connects elements of realism, surrealism, and fantasy into compositions that evade definitive interpretation. Dreamlike scenes, literary allusions, and enigmatic figures create an aesthetic experience that encourages reflection and immersion.

A Cross-Section from Almost Two Decades

A selection from the period of 2008 to 2026 will be on display. Some works will be presented in Freising for the first time. Lars Herrmann draws thematic impulses from literature, music, walks along the Isar, and the intensive observation of human inner worlds. Memories of H. P. Lovecraft and J. R. R. Tolkien, as well as motifs related to the cathedral city, also find their way into his poetic imagery.

Artistic Classification and Biography

Lars Herrmann was born in 1968 in the Ore Mountains, attended the Drawing Academy of the Marienberg district from 1980 to 1987, and studied art history. Since 2003, he has worked as a freelance artist. His works have been exhibited both domestically and abroad and are in public and private collections. He has received several awards for his works, including the Art Prize of the City of Ansbach, the Franconian Art Prize, and the Artist Prize of Sparkasse Nürnberg.

Art Experience in the City Library

The City Library provides a special setting for this exhibition: among books, reading rooms, and cultural education, visitors encounter art that demands slowness and exact attention. The exhibition atmosphere supports the shift between concentrated detail observation and open, imaginative picture spaces. This creates an art experience that makes drawing perceivable as an independent and expressive art form.

Conclusion: An Exhibition for Curious Eyes

"Shards and Splinters" showcases the multifaceted nature of ballpoint pen drawings. Lars Herrmann's works lead from observable reality into poetic, fantastic, and sometimes eerie inner worlds. Art enthusiasts, friends of contemporary drawing, and anyone wishing to rediscover regional art will find an inspiring exhibition at the Freising City Library. Free admission makes this art experience particularly accessible – a visit is definitely worthwhile.