My artwork “Staub zu Licht” is currently exhibited at the Cologne Cathedral as part of the International Art Competition for the Cologne Cathedral. This prestigious competition was launched to create a permanent artwork that addresses the complex historical relationship between Christianity and Judaism, promoting dialogue and reconciliation. The initiative responds to decades of reflection and dialogue inspired by the Catholic Church’s paradigm shift since the declaration of Nostra Aetate in 1965.

“Staub zu Licht” is a site-specific installation made of 7,500 hexagonal glass vessels infused with dust from the Cathedral’s façade. The artwork represents a continuous process of renewal and dialogue, using materials that evoke the intertwined histories of Christianity and Judaism. It invites visitors to interact with the installation through candle lighting and the leaving of messages, creating a living memorial that evolves over time.

The exhibition, showcasing all competition entries and the final results, will be open to the public from April 3, 2025, following a press conference at 2:00 PM. It will remain on display until April 26, 2025, during the Cathedral’s regular opening hours (except during Mass).

Learn more about the Staub zu Licht project (presentation video).

Click here for more information about the international competition.