When can the exhibition be visited on October 29, 2026?

The exhibition is open on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 9 AM to 4 PM.

What is the admission fee?

Admission to the exhibition is free.

Where does the exhibition take place?

The exhibition takes place at Peter's Church, Petrusplatz 8, 89231 Neu-Ulm.

What works are shown in the exhibition?

Works by Marlis Schabacker-Bock from the work group Fragments of a Dance of Death are shown.

What material does Marlis Schabacker-Bock use?

The artist uses Styrofoam as the material for her works.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Access to Peter's Church is wheelchair accessible.

In the Light of Shadows: Fragile Art Reminds of the Preciousness of Life

Name: In the Light of Shadows
Start: 2026-10-29T09:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-29T16:00:00+01:00
Location: Petruskirche

In the Light of Shadows: A Dance of Death from Fragile Forms

At the Peter's Church in Neu-Ulm, the exhibition In the Light of Shadows invites you to a concentrated exploration of finiteness, transience, and the conscious shaping of life. The artist Marlis Schabacker-Bock addresses the classic thought of the Dance of Death in her works and translates it into a contemporary visual language.

Death as a Cloudlike Figure

The centerpiece of the presentation is the work Fragments of a Dance of Death. Death appears in it as a diffuse, cloud-like figure, hovering above everything and remaining omnipresent. This artistic setting creates a special exhibition atmosphere: not dramatic and superficial, but silent, penetrating, and open to personal interpretations.

Material between Fragility and Meaningfulness

For her works, Marlis Schabacker-Bock uses Styrofoam – a material that, due to its light, fragile nature, forms a strong contrast to the weighty theme of the Dance of Death. In the contemplation of the works, the material fragility connects with the art historical idea of transience. Forms, surfaces, and spatial effects lead to an aesthetic experience that sharpens the view of the finite.

Art in the Sacred Space

The Peter's Church provides a concentrated framework for the exhibition. The church space enhances the contemplative effect of the installation and opens a space for thought between contemporary art, religious image tradition, and cultural education. Visitors encounter an art direction that does not aim for quick effects, but for perception, inner resonance, and sustainable reflection.

A Silent Impulse for One's Own Life

The Dance of Death traditionally reminds us of the equality of all people in the face of death. Schabacker-Bock's interpretation shifts the emphasis to the present: Death becomes a reminder and calls for a more conscious, intense, and meaningful shaping of life. Thus, a visit to the exhibition develops into a personal art experience between contemplation and affirmation of life.

Conclusion: An Exhibition that Resonates

In the Light of Shadows connects art historical motifs, unusual materials, and sacred spatial effects into a compelling exhibition experience. Art enthusiasts experience a silent, imagery-rich engagement with transience and life intensity. A visit to Peter's Church is particularly worthwhile for all who wish to discover contemporary art in an atmospheric space and engage in a deepened aesthetic experience.