We are proud and excited to announce that the award-winning star photographer Wolfgang Gangl was once again able to exhibit at the legendary photo festival Les Rencontres d'Arles 2024 in collaboration with the great magazine ProfiFoto ! 📸🎉

Here are some impressions of his fascinating works presented in Arles.

Everyone knows the legendary Almdudler couple in traditional costumes in dirndls and lederhosen. The queer version of the iconic red-white-red cult drink has already achieved cult status. But now there is an exciting new interpretation of the couple!

For the brand's 66th birthday, artist Julia Hanzl created a unique, armless and legless sculpture. This version of "Marianne & Jakob" was greeted with great enthusiasm by managing director Gerhard Schilling and owner Thomas Klein. The impressive sculpture combination is on display in Vienna's Almdudler House at Grinzinger Allee 16 in the 19th district.

"My sister Michaela and I have long been fans of Julia Hanzl's artwork. It is a special honor for us to be able to present her version of our traditional costume couple 'Marianne & Jakob' in the Almdudler House," said Klein enthusiastically at the ceremonial handover.

We are delighted to announce that renowned photographer Wolfgang Gangl has been awarded two platinum awards at the London Photography Awards 2024. His exceptional images “Theia” and “Eleonore” impressed and received the highest honors in their respective categories.

“Theia” – Platinum in the Fine Art Fashion category
The painting “Theia” by Wolfgang Gangl won first place in the Fine Art Fashion category. This award recognizes the impressive combination of artistic vision and technical excellence that characterizes “Theia”. With its elegant staging and profound aesthetics, this work made a lasting impression on the jury.

“Eleonore” – Platinum in the Fine Art Portrait category
In the Fine Art Portrait category, the picture "Eleonore" was also awarded platinum. This portrait shows Wolfgang Gangl's extraordinary ability to capture the essence and depth of human emotions. "Eleonore" impresses with its expressiveness and subtle depiction, which the jury particularly appreciated this year.

Thanks to supporters and the team
These outstanding achievements would not have been possible without the support and commitment of many people. Wolfgang Gangl would like to thank his entire team, his supporters and everyone who believes in him. These recognitions motivate him to continue creating innovative and inspiring works and to celebrate the art of photography at the highest level.

The Weißenburg Art Prize 2024 was an inspiring and artistically demanding event that captivated both artists and art enthusiasts from across Europe. With a total of 647 applicants, the competition demonstrated its wide appeal and high standard.

The exhibition showcased the works of the top 30 artists from all over Europe, offering visitors an impressive variety of artistic expressions. The exhibition opening took place on May 25, 2024, accompanied by an impressive presentation of the works. Visitors had the opportunity to visit the Kunstschranne until June 15, 2024, to explore the diverse artistic creations.

The highlight of the event was the festive award ceremony on June 15, 2024, where a distinguished jury selected the winners of the Weißenburg Art Prize 2024. It was particularly gratifying that our artist, Koloman Wagner, won third prize among so many talented artists.

A special highlight of the exhibition was the tour with Prof. Günther Köppel from Eichstätt on June 6, 2024. This tour offered participants valuable insights and background information on the exhibited works, significantly enriching the visitors' experience.

Irina Biatturi, a prominent artist at the Bakerhouse Gallery in Graz, recently received great recognition at the World Art Dubai fair. She was awarded the Best European Artist prize, an honor that confirms her creative talent and innovative approach to art.

Biatturi's unique artworks, which impress with both technical skill and deep emotional resonance, have earned her this prestigious award. This prize not only highlights her individual mastery, but also emphasizes her role as a leading figure in the European art scene.

Winning this award at such a prestigious event as World Art Dubai is a significant milestone in her career and strengthens her reputation on the international stage.

The artist Tom Lohner has created an impressive mural in Graz, which can be found on St. Peter Hauptstrasse near the Schmied'n. This project was realized in cooperation with Styria Tourism and the Zur Schmied'n restaurant. The mural is an artistic representation of Styria and shows well-known landmarks such as the Dachstein, the Kunsthaus, Klapotetz and the Puch G, centered around a large, green heart.

In the coming months, Lohner's work will be presented at internationally renowned platforms such as Art Basel in Miami and the 2025 World Expo in Osaka. In Graz-St. Peter, one of the busiest entrances to the city, visitors can now marvel at this new work of art next to the "Magician" at the Key Museum.

The inspiration for the painting comes from the Graz adventure region, the Gasthaus Zur Schmied'n and Steirische Tourismus und Standortmarketing GmbH (STG). "To celebrate our 40th anniversary, we are particularly pleased to be able to present this artistic creation. It is a real eye-catcher, right in the heart of St. Peter," explain Toni Maier and his daughter Anna-Lisa, hosts at the Gasthaus Zur Schmied'n and pioneers of the Kulinarium Steiermark.

Professional photographer Wolfgang Gangl, known for his outstanding performance and numerous award-winning works, recently added more accolades to his impressive portfolio.

At the prestigious London Photography Award, he won not just one, but two prizes in the Fine Art Photography - Portrait category. These latest awards affirm his deep understanding of the art of photography and his ability to convey narrative depth with each image.

Gangl's impressive career, marked by countless awards, reflects his relentless pursuit of perfection and his status as one of the leading figures in the world of professional photography.

We are pleased that Koloman Wagner has won the art prize "bewegt" (jury prize), sponsored by the Förderkreis Kunst und Kulturraum Erkrath e.V., with his sculpture "Carousel"! The prize is announced nationwide in Germany, there were 388 applications and 30 artists were exhibited in the final. We will present the sculpture at the Art Austria art fair!

At the FEP Awards (Federation of European Professional Photographers) in Norway, Styrian photographer Wolfgang Gangl from Vasoldsberg prevailed against 330 participants.

Awards in two categories

In the "Fine Art" category, Gangl secured the Golden Camera, while in the "Fashion & Beauty" category he was awarded the Silver Camera. By the way, Gangl won this Silver Camera for the second consecutive time.

High recognition and current exhibitions

Gangl's works were not only honored in the main categories but also received twelve individual awards for various images.

This impressive performance confirms him as the second-best photographer in Europe, closely behind Arun Mohanraj from England. Gangl's artistic vision, which he describes as a "play with light and shadow" and his image composition as minimalist, has gained international recognition. "Being among the best photographers in Europe and being recognized as the best Austrian fills me with pride and honor."

His works have already been presented in numerous exhibitions worldwide and enjoy high recognition. Currently, Gangl's images can be seen at the Bakerhouse Gallery in Graz, and from April 25, 2024, they will be presented at the Art Austria art fair in the MuseumsQuartier at booth 24 of the Bakerhouse Gallery.

In the impressive setting of the Palais Metternich, the Italian Embassy in Vienna, the artist Lucia Riccelli received a special honor. The Italian Ambassador Giovanni Pugliese presented her, on behalf of the President of the State Sergio Mattarella, with the honor "Cavaliere dell'Ordine della Stella d'Italia" (Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy).

This award, known as the "Order of the Star of Italy," represents the second highest civilian honor of the country and is awarded to both Italian and foreign citizens who have distinguished themselves abroad in promoting friendly and cooperative relations between Italy and other nations.

It is particularly noteworthy that Lucia Riccelli was also chosen by Federal President Alexander van der Bellen to paint his portrait for the Presidential Gallery at the Vienna Hofburg. Congratulations on this outstanding recognition!