When is the exhibition Paws, Hooves, Feathers open?

The exhibition is open on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 2 PM to 6 PM.

Where is the exhibition taking place?

The exhibition takes place at Heimatfreunde Grötzingen e.V. at Schultheiß-Kiefer-Straße 8, 76229 Karlsruhe.

What is the entry fee?

Entry to the exhibition is free.

What artworks will be on display?

Paintings, drawings, graphics, and sculptural works around animals, landscapes, and village life will be shown.

Are there guided tours or workshops?

No guided tours or workshops are indicated for the exhibition date.

How long does a visit to the exhibition last?

The duration of the visit depends on individual interest in the artworks. The entire time window from 2 PM to 6 PM is suitable for concentrated appreciation of the works.

Paws, Hooves, Feathers: Discover Animal Art and Grötzingen's Cultural History

Name: Paws, Hooves, Feathers
Start: 2026-11-01T14:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-01T18:00:00+01:00
Location: Heimatfreunde Grötzingen e.V.

Paws, Hooves, Feathers: Discover Animal Worlds of Grötzingen Art

Deer at the edge of the forest, cows in the meadow, and ducks on a quiet pond: The exhibition Paws, Hooves, Feathers is dedicated to the artistic depiction of animal habitats and village life in Grötzingen. The Heimatfreunde Grötzingen presents paintings, drawings, graphics, and sculptural works that combine nature observation, regional memory, and art historical tradition.

Between Artist Colony and Present

The exhibition leads into an image world that is closely tied to the history of Grötzingen. As early as the end of the 19th century, members of the local artist colony were wandering the streets, fields, and landscapes of the surroundings with brush and easel. Animals do not merely appear as background elements but as independent motifs: They structure the image space, lend narratives to landscapes, and reflect the immediate connection between humans, village, and nature.

Painting, Drawing, Graphics and Sculpture

The various artistic techniques open up different forms of work observation. In painting, colors, light, and atmospheric landscapes unfold; drawing and graphics sharpen the view for contours, movement, and characteristic body shapes. Sculptural works complement the presentation with a physical-spatial dimension. This creates a diverse art experience that makes the variety of artistic animal representations visible.

Aesthetic Experience and Cultural Education

The exhibition invites a decelerated observation of familiar living spaces. Fur, feathers, hooves, and paws become starting points for questions about observation, memory, and the relationship of humans to nature. In the exhibition atmosphere, art historical references to the Grötzingen artist colony connect with an immediate, sensory experience of color, form, material, and spatial effect.

A Quiet, Versatile Art Experience

Those who want to experience Grötzingen, its art history, and the beauty of familiar animals with new eyes will find in Paws, Hooves, Feathers a concentrated exhibition of regional art. The presentation connects local history, nature observation, and aesthetic experience. A visit at the end of the exhibition offers the opportunity to discover this special image world once again live.