One Artist, Many Exhibitors!

TUFA Trier invites citizens to participate in a collaborative exhibition

In 2022, TUFA Trier launched an exhibition project for the first time, inviting local residents to contribute their private artworks to a public exhibition. The occasion was the 20th anniversary of the passing of the Trier artist Jakob Schwarzkopf, a well-known figure in the city’s collective memory whose works still shape many public buildings today.

The project was a great success, with over 200 artworks submitted and publicly displayed for the first time. However, it was not just about the artworks themselves, but also about the stories behind them and the shared remembrance of the artist and the person behind the work.

40 Years of TUFA – A Tribute to Klaus Swoboda

To mark its 40th anniversary, TUFA Trier will once again call for participation in 2025, inviting the city's citizens to co-curate an interactive exhibition.

This time, the focus is on another influential artist of the Trier cultural scene: Klaus Swoboda. A former chairman of the Society for Fine Arts and Ramboux Prize winner, Swoboda played a key role in shaping the local art world. The newspaper Trierischer Volksfreund even referred to him as a "VIP of the Trier art scene". His regular exhibitions and dedication to art education earned him widespread recognition, making him one of the city's most renowned artists.

His daughter, Hannah Swoboda, also has a special connection to TUFA. She has been actively involved in various projects for years, including the spontat e.V. association, performances in the TUFA musical, and other productions at the cultural center.

Join "Bring Your Own Swoboda"

In 2025, the 20th anniversary of Klaus Swoboda’s passing will be commemorated with this special exhibition concept.

Citizens are invited to contribute their Swoboda artworks to be featured in a comprehensive exhibition on the 2nd floor of TUFA.

How to participate:

📅 Submission period: March 29 – April 13, 2025
📍 Location: Artothek at TUFA Trier (during regular opening hours)

🖼 All submitted artworks are insured upon drop-off and will be incorporated into a curated exhibition after the submission deadline.

🎨 Exhibition period: April 25 – May 25, 2025
Title: Bring Your Own Swoboda

A Collective Memory and Artistic Dialogue

TUFA Trier hopes for broad participation, as the more works are submitted, the more diverse and extensive the presentation of Klaus Swoboda’s artistic legacy can be.

The active involvement of citizens is particularly important to TUFA, as it encourages deeper engagement with the artist and his work.

💬 Who knew Klaus Swoboda personally?
🖌 How did you acquire a Swoboda artwork?
📖 Is there a unique story behind your piece?

This exhibition aims to showcase both the artist’s vast body of work and his strong presence in households across the region. Many pieces may be exhibited publicly for the first time.

The concept also strengthens visitors' connection to the exhibition and creates an entirely new, accessible approach to experiencing art.