Videos and articles on art, culture and social topics

Culture emerges where ideas are given space – as works of art, performances, or statements. Sometimes casual, sometimes pointed, but never arbitrary.

Artists, galleries and exhibitions in the spotlight of our coverage

Art as an expression of social issues

Art fairs are not only places of aesthetics, but also of debate. Many contributions on Messe.TV take up cultural discourses that go far beyond arts and crafts. In interviews and trade fair reports, people talk about their personal experiences, social developments, or historical perspectives—whether through sculptures, photography, or interactive installations. The content ranges from socially relevant issues to individual forms of expression:

• contemporary artworks with political references
• socially critical statements in design and object art
• cultural reflections through classical sculpture

Cultural diversity between design and memory

Numerous contributions on Messe.TV deal with cultural heritage and personal memory culture. Both traditional design techniques and modern digital forms of expression come to the fore. The examination of history, identity, and social change is a connecting theme that runs through many trade fair formats in the field of culture. A wide range of creative means are also integrated:

• visual narratives with symbolic meaning
• designs that make cultural origins visible
• narrative forms between documentation and staging

Personalities and perspectives in direct conversation

The “Culture” section regularly features encounters with personalities who shape cultural life – from the arts, media, or society. Messe.TV takes the opportunity to ask specific questions at trade fairs: What motivates artists today? What social developments influence their work? What role do trade fairs play as platforms for cultural visibility? Content of this kind provides personal insights and creates closeness:

• open discussions with players in the cultural scene
• artistic reflection on social developments
• individual perspectives on artistic practice

Cultural education as an interface between art, society, and the public

Cultural education creates access to culture that goes beyond mere observation. It conveys connections, makes backgrounds understandable, and promotes the ability to classify and critically reflect on artistic forms of expression. Especially in the context of exhibitions, art fairs, and public presentations, it becomes clear how closely cultural education is linked to social participation. Here, art is not only shown, but also explained, discussed, and embedded in larger contexts. Education plays a dual role here: on the one hand, as an individual process that strengthens knowledge, perception, and judgment; on the other hand, as a social task. Museums, galleries, and trade fair formats are increasingly taking on educational functions by creating educational opportunities, facilitating discussions, and addressing new target groups. Culture, politics, and the public sphere intersect in this area of tension—for example, when issues of identity, memory, or social change are addressed artistically. Last but not least, funding is a key factor in sustainable cultural education. Public programs, private initiatives, and institutional support determine which projects can be realized and how broad access to culture and education actually is. Trade fair formats and media coverage help to make these processes visible and bring cultural content beyond specialist circles into society. In this way, cultural education becomes a connecting element between art, discourse, and social responsibility.