"We – Togetherness": The KunGus Berlin at the Youth[Resistance]Museum in the Galiläa Church

Almost out of nowhere, they appeared: The KunGus Berlin left individually painted stones, accompanied by the invitation to pick up and take these small artworks. A friendly way to introduce themselves and invite everyone to get to know the group.

In the summer of 2020, the idea took the next step into the public. "We – Togetherness" was the name of the first exhibition, deliberately bilingual. The community project aimed to bring people together in a relaxed and very real way.

The Essentials at a Glance

• The exhibition "We – Togetherness" ran from July 4 to August 30, 2020.
• The venue was the Youth[Resistance]Museum in the Galiläakirche in Berlin-Friedrichshain.
• 17 artists and guests showcased painting, sculpture, collage, textile art, photography, and video.
• Included was the painter Diana Achtzig with ink drawings.

The KunGus originated from a heartfelt wish of Manuela Kellermann, with the help of social networks. On their flyer, they call themselves Kunst Guerillitas Berlin. The group consists exclusively of women engaged in artistic activities. Men are not excluded: they are welcome as guest exhibitors, helpers, or friends.

"We" also stands for the diversity of materials, which are as multifaceted as the artists themselves: paper, collages and installations, sculpture and textile works, various painting techniques, photography and video projects.

From July 4 to August 30, 2020, the KunGus showcased works by 17 artists and guests at the Youth[Resistance]Museum in the Galiläakirche, Rigaer Straße 9, in Berlin-Friedrichshain. Admission to the opening on July 4 was from 5:30 PM, with the program starting at 6 PM featuring live music and performances, under the then-applicable Corona regulations. According to the flyer, more evenings with music followed in July and August.

Among the exhibitors was the Berlin painter Diana Achtzig. She showcased, among other things, the ink drawings “#Anti-Racism” and “Happiness.” You can read more about her commitment in the article Diana Achtzig paints against racism and xenophobia.