Leipzig Art Power Plant - Dream Factory
Anyone who wants to be enveloped in the magic of art should definitely visit the current exhibition"Dream Factory" im art powerhouse Here you can immerse yourself in the works of art in the truest sense of the word and become part of the exhibition.
You can expect a multisensory journey Cutting-edge technology, breathtaking digital art, captivating soundscapes, and special effects: a place where light becomes magic and dreams take shape. As a visitor, you wander through luminous dreamscapes, create your own worlds, and experience winter poetry in motion.
The exhibition is much more than a walk through light – it's a creative escape for young and old, inviting visitors to marvel and participate. A particular highlight: the VR film. "The Little Mouse", which was shown at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival (2025) and is now in Kunstkraftwerk Leipzig celebrates its immersive German premiere.
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Art Loves Courage
The gallery Art Loves Courage in Leipzig's trendy Schleußig district offers a stage for art that inspires and radiates positive energy. Up-and-coming artists and renowned artists present their works in an inviting atmosphere. Discover art that is alive and inspiring - as individual as you are. Here you will find truly unique pieces: original paintings, limited edition art prints and sculptures. Whether you have been at home in the art scene for a long time or are just discovering your love of art, this gallery welcomes you with open arms. And who knows, maybe you will discover your next favorite work here!
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Galerie EIGEN+ART
The Spinnerei We have already introduced you to it a few times. Here you will also find the Galerie EIGEN+ART in Hall 5 D, which mainly against the current The history of the gallery begins in 1983, when Gerd Harry Lybke began to exhibit the art of his friends in his apartment on Körnerplatz. Until 1989, the gallery was run as an illegal business, but over time it established itself as Center for young, non-conformist art. In the same year, the plan was also born to travel to the art capitals of the world with temporary exhibitions. Exhibitions followed in Tokyo, Paris, New York and London. From 2005 onwards, the gallery moved to the Spinnereigrounds. Today you can see modern art here, expressed in photographs, film/video, installations or paintings. A look inside the rooms is worth it!
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Quarter 5 – Studio & Gallery
Since the end of 2024, Atelier Quartier 5 (Q5) has been located at Karl-Heine-Straße 85-93 in the Westwerk building – a studio collective of five artists. Among others, the versatile and experienced artist Michael exhibits here. Schreckenberger his works.
In his dynamic works using acrylic, oil, and aerosol paints, he combines traditional techniques with modern ideas, addressing current social issues. His trademark is the matchstick, which appears in many of his surreal compositions. With its intense colors and symbolic depth, his art invites reflection and the discovery of new perspectives – making him an important voice in the art world.
Galerie KUB
The Galerie KUB is located in the southern suburbs of Leipzig and was opened in 2004 by arpta eV with the exhibition “nullpunkt”. young contemporary art which is characterized by an intermedial presentation. The mix between the many different forms of design is particularly exciting - for example, painterly, graphic and sculptural forms are combined with textual, visual and acoustic elements. This creates experimental and multidimensional complexesthat combine traditional media with new media.
By the way: The gallery also has a café and a barPerfect for philosophizing about the exhibition with friends after your visit or for toasting with the artists over a cocktail in the evening.
Leipzig's Street Art – a huge gallery
Not only in galleries, but also on the streets of Leipzig There is art as far as the eye can see. Especially in the western Plagwitz industrial district regularly romp around street artists A special eye-catcher is an old Persil advertisement from the 1920s, which is located directly on the Karl-Heine Canal But also the well-known Wall of Fame always attracts onlookers and, of course, artists. Here, art can actually be created legally.
In other parts of the city - such as the Leipzig's southern suburbs - there is a lot of street art to discover. There is a beautiful story behind the "Madonna and Child" by the French artist Blek Le Rat. In 1991, the "Godfather of Street Stencil" sprayed this declaration of love to his future wife Sybille on the wall at Karl-Liebknecht Strasse 7. Since 2012, the work of art has even been protected by a pane of glass.
But also that Leipzig East has a lot to offer in terms of street art: The Pöge Haus and Café Analog shine in the Neuschönefeld district with a colorful facade to the bet.
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As you can see, Leipzig has a very vibrant art scene – even far away from the well-known paths. If you are now interested in more, you are welcome to visit our Tips Here you can find out everything about the city's creative hotspots as well as museums and art complexes that you should not miss. You can also get a first insight into the alternative art festivals and upcoming design and fashion fairs.
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