Jens Rassmus in Freising: Experience Adventures in the Mind as an Exhibition
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Jens Rassmus opens doors to new visual worlds in Freising
When two children look out the window and encounter an endless rain, an adventure begins that takes place not only outside but especially in the mind. The exhibition Adventures in the Mind presents illustrations by Jens Rassmus and invites visitors to discover the poetic power of the picture book with a keen eye.
Between Rain Clouds and Fantasy
Jens Rassmus is one of the prominent German children's book authors and illustrators. His visual language combines narrative clarity with fine humor, surprising perspectives, and a pronounced sensitivity to children's perception. In his works, children and animals become border crossers between everyday life, dreams, and adventures.
The exhibition at the Old Prison Freising makes visible how literary scenes emerge from initial sketches. Ink strokes, watercolor areas, and widely opened picture spaces give the figures movement and atmosphere. Each illustration not only tells a story but also leaves gaps for personal thoughts and inventions.
A Literary Experience for Young and Adult Picture Readers
Rassmus works at the intersection of literature and fine art. His illustrations do not merely complement texts but develop their own narrative level. This makes the exhibition a sensual tour through the art of language, drawing, and visual storytelling.
Jens Rassmus became known for numerous children's books and illustrations, including Rainy Day, for which he was awarded the German Children's Literature Prize in 2025. He has also received the Austrian Children's and Youth Book Prize multiple times for his works. In 2026, he will once again be present in the context of important awards in children's and youth literature with The Star Lake.
The Old Prison as a Unique Exhibition Venue
In the historic setting of the Old Prison, the concentrated atmosphere of a former prison building meets the open fantasy of the images. The unusual location sharpens the gaze for details and makes the exhibition visit a special author encounter with the world of illustration.
The exhibition will be open on Friday, November 6, 2026, from 3 to 7 PM. It marks the start of the 44th Literary Autumn in Freising, whose program connects literature, illustration, and cultural encounters.
Conclusion: Images that Continue to Draw in the Mind
Visitors can look forward to an inspiring exhibition about imagination, perception, and the art of visual storytelling. Anyone who wants to experience how rain, gazes, and a few lines create entire worlds should discover Jens Rassmus live at the Old Prison Freising.
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