Youth Exploring Aquatic Depths: Young Men Immersed in, above, and below Water at The Ballery
Marco Habrik, a Swiss lawyer and collector of photography, is the driving force behind the "We Met in Summer" exhibition at The Ballery gallery in Berlin. The exhibition, running from June 27th to August 16th, showcases a collection of works that evoke a dreamlike connection between the human figure and nature, reflecting a poetic and emotional narrative tied to summer experiences[1][3].
Habrik's passion for photography and collecting has been a lifelong pursuit, beginning in 2000[4]. In this exhibition, he has carefully curated a diverse selection of works by artists such as Wolfgang Tillmans, Herbert List, Bruce Weber, and others[5]. The Ballery gallery, run by Simon Williams, specializes in queer artistic positions[6].
One of the highlights of the exhibition is a self-portrait of Tillmans in a red Adidas swimsuit, which is a direct reference to Marco Habrik's youth[2]. The theme of water also runs through the works of Arthur Heck, whose pieces are included in the exhibition under the title "I Might Have Burned Myself"[1]. However, Heck himself is not fond of being in the water and does not go into the sea[7].
The exhibition is significant for Habrik as it marks the first time he is bringing his name and collection into the public eye[8]. Habrik agreed to the exhibition at The Ballery on the condition that new works by Heck would be included[1]. The location of the exhibition is Nollendorfstr. 11, Schoenberg[9].
Despite the personal connection Habrik has with his collection, specific anecdotes related to the exhibition are not detailed in the available sources. However, it is clear that for Habrik, collecting is more than just a hobby – it's his outlet and a means to prevent losing it[10]. The exhibition at The Ballery is open Monday through Saturday, 13-17 Uhr.
The "We Met in Summer" exhibition, a culmination of Marco Habrik's passion for photography, showcases his vast collection at The Ballery gallery, partly highlighting home-and-garden themed artworks within the queer artistic positions specialty. By incorporating works like Arthur Heck's "I Might Have Burned Myself," Habrik's lifestyle as a collector finds a platform, offering a unique blend of artistry reflective of his personal experiences.
