The Academy of Visual Arts (HGB), one of the oldest art academies in Germany, is based in Leipzig. It has a history stretching back more than 200 years, which was also shaped by Goethe, who was taught at the academy during his time. Between 1887 and 1890, it was given a stately new building, and since 1950 the institution has borne its current name "Leipzig Academy of Visual Arts". Around 600 students study photography, painting/graphics, book art/graphic design and media art. In 2009, the Master's degree course "Cultures of the Curatorial" was introduced, which represents a unique combination of application-oriented research practice and academic reflection. The teaching staff at the HGB have an international reputation and a proven artistic oeuvre. In addition to masters of the New Leipzig School such as Neo Rauch, the university in Leipzig's music district has produced countless other talents.
Openings
Lecture period:
Monday to Friday: 8:00-00:30
Saturday and Sunday: 10:00-17:00
During the lecture-free weeks:
Monday to Friday: 8:00-22:00
Saturday: 12:00-17:00Directions & Parking facilities
- Public transportation: The nearest stop is Leipzig, Wächterstr. (Ferdinand-Rhode-Str.) (line 89). The destination is about 161 m on foot from there. Other stops in the immediate vicinity: Neues Rathaus (450 m away), Münzgasse/LVZ (550 m away).
By car: The Hochschule für Grafik und Buchkunst is located in the southern center of Leipzig and can be reached via Martin-Luther-Ring and Karl-Tauchnitz-Straße. Organization
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License (master data)
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