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Frank Ockenfels 3

Introspection

A mirrored portrait of the bottom half of a person's face.
© Frank Ockenfels 3, i phone split 2020, Courtesy Fahey_Klein Gallery

Frank Ockenfels 3: Introspection invites you to break with convention and explore your inner world through creativity.

At the heart of the exhibition is Ockenfels’ journal – the foundation of his distinctive artistic style. His journaling habit, initially a tool to manage anxiety, has become central to his creative process. Using scissors, ink and charcoal, he transforms portraits into reflections of his thoughts, ideas and emotions.

A collage of George Clooney.
© Frank Ockenfels 3, GEORGE CLOONEY 2005, Courtesy Fahey_Klein Gallery
A picture of David Bowie from behind.
© Frank Ockenfels 3, I AM AFRAID 2020, Courtesy Fahey_Klein Gallery
"My favorite thing that ever happens is when people tell me, ‘I had no idea about your work, I don’t really know your work, I’m not sure I even like your work – but it inspired me to go get a journal and start doing something.’ With that, for me, I’m done."
– Frank Ockenfels 3

Known for portraits of icons like Angelina Jolie, David Lynch, Nirvana and David Bowie, Frank Ockenfels breaks convention by blending photography, collage, drawing and journaling in a layered, deeply personal style.

Find inspiration in Ockenfels’ playful, spontaneous approach and explore your own world through art and self-expression. 

This exhibition is part of EMOP Berlin - European Month of Photography.

A collage featuring a man's picture.
© Frank Ockenfels 3, what do they see 2019, Courtesy Fahey_Klein Gallery
A portrait of Nirvana.
© Frank Ockenfels 3, NIRVANA 1993, Courtesy Fahey_Klein Gallery

CREDITS

This exhibition is curated by Jessica Jarl (Global Director of Exhibitions at Fotografiska) in collaboration with Frank Ockenfels 3.

Coordinated by Thomas Schaefer (Exhibitions Manager at Fotografiska Berlin).

30 Jan 2025 - 19:30

Opening: Frank Ockenfels 3

Join us for a talk with Frank Ockenfels, Balbina & Jonny Tiernan, plus after party & live punk concert.

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A picture of a journal with blank pages on the left and a picture of a person wearing a bunny mask on the right.

1 Feb 2025 - 14:00

INSPIRATION - Lecture with Frank Ockenfels 3

Step into a world of creativity with an intimate lecture and Introspection exhibition tour by the artist Frank Ockenfels 3 himself. Learn how Frank’s experiences have shaped his distinct creative process, from traditional photography to innovative, large-scale collages, rooted in a practice of journaling.

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A collage of pictures by Frank Ockenfels.