Herbarium

With Herbarium, Alexander Raczka is developing a series of paintings for the 2026 Urban Art Biennale, based on an artistic exploration of the territory between the rivers Meuse and Saar. Following a journey lasting several weeks between the Völklinger Hütte and his studio in Dompcevrin in the Meuse department of north-eastern France, the artist collected materials, images and impressions that have been incorporated into his works. Drawing on the principle of a herbarium or atlas, the canvases function as sites of contemplation: they map and document not only geographical spaces, but also mental and intimate spheres – ranging from industrial sites to personal retreats such as the studio.

From left to right:

Völklinger Hütte
Natural pigments and acrylic on canvas, wood

Evening Reflections
Mixed media, collage on canvas, wood

Black Widow
Natural pigments, oil and acrylic on canvas, wood

Toxic Patterns (Leopard)
Natural pigments and acrylic on canvas, wood

Karma Wash
PVC advertising banner, wood
170 cm x 350 cm
2026