About Susanna Hertrich
I work with devices, photography, graphic, sculpture and video. The essence of my work are stories that describe alternative realities. I encourage the viewer to break free from accustomed perspectives on everyday life and take a position beyond valid norms. I build devices and scenarios in which I combine my imagination for the functionality of objects with actual scientific possibilities – thus linking reality with fiction.
Being interested in technology I find myself working with scientists in research labs from time to time. Sometimes I even publish papers at tech conferences, yet I consider myself a complete non-tech person.
Three years ago I returned to the city that – most of all other places – I consider my 'home'. I had partly lived in Norway, studied in the UK and did residencies in research labs in Japan and the US. So currently I find myself in the awkward situation of being a German in Germany. Being on the move again now after three years in Berlin is essential for my work, my stories – and my mental well-being.
After a short stay back home in Berlin, I started my second residency this year which brought me to the people’s republic of China – to Beijing. The program that I was selected for has an »Art & Science« theme … Continue reading …
The milestone of a residency at TWS is the official Open Studio end of August, about two thirds through the residency period. This event is organized by Tokyo Wonder Site and scheduled on a Saturday. It is followed by a … Continue reading …
It’s been almost two weeks since I arrived in Tokyo for a 7-weeks residency at Tokyo Wonder Site (TWS). I know the city really well, since this is my 6th visit. Three years ago I had stayed for about half … Continue reading …
