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Join us for engaging conversations with gallerists, curators, and artists featured in this year's curated by Festival. Celebrating its seventeenth year, the festival underscores Vienna's significance as a dynamic hub for contemporary art in Europe.

Tune in as we discuss the festival's exhibitions, the creative process behind them, and the powerful stories they tell. Whether you're an art aficionado or just curious, the "curated by Podcast" offers a deep dive into the rich program of Austria’s leading gallery festival.

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  • S3 · E3
    August 19 · 40 min

    Episode 3: on curating as a process of exchange and trust, long-term artist relationships, and the evolving role of curated by — Kathrin Bentele, Kristian Vistrup Madsen & Vanessa Joan Müller

    In the third episode of the curated by podcast, festival directors Attilia Fattori Franchini and Christina Linher are joined by Kathrin Bentele, Artistic Director of Kunsthalle Friart Fribourg, Kristian Vistrup Madsen, Berlin-based writer and art critic, and Vanessa Joan Müller, Vienna-based curator and writer. Drawing on their respective experiences as curators at the festival, they reflect on how the Viennese art scene and the festival have evolved over the past decade, the role of curated by as a catalyst for long-term relationships, and what it means to practice curating today — as a process of understanding, trust, and care.

  • S3 · E2
    July 7 · 38 min

    Episode 2: reflecting on the festival’s theme of “LOVE,” poetry as a compass, and exhibition-making as world-building — Fatima Hellberg and Ariana Reines.

    In the second episode of the curated by podcast, festival directors Attilia Fattori Franchini and Christina Linher are in conversation with Fatima Hellberg (director of mumok – Museum Moderner Kunst Stiftung Ludwig, Vienna) and Ariana Reines (writer and poet, New York). Together, they discuss what it means to approach love as an orientation, Ariana’s brilliant essay accompanying this year’s festival, Kate Millett’s installation Terminal Piece (1972), currently exhibited at mumok, and its role in re-envisioning the museum’s collection, as well as the profound power of exhibition-making and poetry to reorient the soul.

  • S3 · E1
    May 27 · 31 min

    Episode 1: different generations of Viennese gallerists reflect upon collaboration, curated by and its impact locally and internationally – Miryam Charim, Henrikke Nielsen and Antonia Lia Orsi

    In the first episode of the curated by Podcast, festival directors Attilia Fattori Franchini and Christina Linher speak with three gallerists: Miryam Charim (Charim Galerie, Vienna), Antonia Lia Orsi (City Galerie Wien), and Henrikke Nielsen (Croy Nielsen, Vienna/Berlin). They discuss what brought each of them to open a gallery, how Vienna's art scene has evolved over the past decades, and the impact of curated by on the city's broader cultural life.

  • S2 · E13
    Aug 26, 2025 · 17 min

    Otto Bonnen on process-based artworks and the upcoming exhibition at Shore

    In this conversation, Otto Bonnen discusses his curatorial concept for the upcoming exhibition at Shore gallery, part of the curated by festival in Vienna. He explores the theme of 'Fragmented Subjectivity' and how it influences his approach to curating, emphasizing the importance of process-based art and collaboration within the art community. Bonnen reflects on the role of offspaces in contemporary art and the significance of creating immersive experiences for audiences. He shares insights on the artists involved in his exhibition and the unique characteristics of the Vienna art scene.

  • S3 · E12
    Aug 21, 2025 · 11 min

    DJ Hellerman on wholeness and the illusion of fragmentation

    In this conversation, DJ Hellerman discusses his curatorial practice, emphasizing its personal and collaborative nature. He explores the theme of fragmented subjectivity, proposing that fragmentation is an illusion and focusing instead on the concept of wholeness. Hellerman shares insights into his first project in Vienna, the local context that inspires him, and the influences that have shaped his views on curating. He elaborates on the exhibition concept, which features seven artists and addresses themes of reconstruction and the significance of personal and communal experiences in art.

  • S3 · E11
    Aug 19, 2025 · 20 min

    Karen Archey on the upcoming exhibition »The Shed« at Croy Nielsen

    In this conversation, Karen Archey discusses her curatorial practice and the upcoming exhibition 'The Shed' as part of the curated by festival in Vienna. She reflects on the collaborative nature of her work, the theme of fragmented subjectivity, and the influence of various exhibitions on her approach to curation. Archey shares insights into the artists and artworks featured in 'The Shed', emphasizing the importance of intuitive curation and the exploration of themes related to identity and environment. Karen Archey is Head of the Curatorial Department at Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, Düsseldorf. There, she manages the program and curatorial teams of K20 and K21. From 2016 to 2025, she was Curator of Contemporary Art at Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam. Her book 'After Institutions' was published by Floating Opera Press in 2022.

  • S3 · E10
    Aug 14, 2025 · 20 min

    Oliver Koerner von Gustorf on S.M. van der Linden and »The DEPRESSIVA Revolutions« at E X I L E, Vienna

    The conversation delves into the theme of fragmented subjectivity in contemporary art, exploring curatorial practices, the intersection of class and identity, and the influences of modernism and enlightenment. Oliver Koerner von Gustorf discusses the role of artists and their narratives, highlighting unique artistic expressions and the challenges faced in the current art scene. Oliver Koerner von Gustorf lives and works as a freelance author and art critic in Berlin-Schlachtensee. He writes for newspapers and magazines such as Monopol, Weltkunst, 032c, taz, Tip, Tagespiegel, Freitag. From 2007 to 2014 he ran the gallery SEPTEMBER, where he showed artists such as Dorothy Iannone, Johannes Paul Raether, Marc Brandenburg and also published catalogs. He has a column on Monopol Online, “Form & Haltung”, in which he writes endless essays on art, politics, culture and exhibition reviews. 2023 he received the ADKV Prize for Art Criticism. Recent catalog publications include: Sonja Yakovleva: Soaplands, March 2024, “The Talented Mister Helion”, contribution to the catalog Retrospective Jean Hélion, Musée d'Art Moderne de la. Ville de Paris, March 2024, La Chola Poblete - Gumayllén, PalaisPoulaire, Berlin, April 2024, Angelika Platen, artist portraits, December 2024.

  • S3 · E9
    Aug 12, 2025 · 15 min

    Tessa Praun on self-image and identity in flood of content

    In this conversation, Tessa Praun discusses their curatorial practice, emphasizing a deep interest in the artistic process and collaboration with artists. She explores the theme of fragmented subjectivity in contemporary art, reflecting on how individuals navigate the overwhelming flood of content in today's society. Tessa Praun shares insights about their personal connection to the Vienna art scene and outlines their curatorial concept for the upcoming exhibition »And tell us how to save us from ourselves« at Galerie Martin Janda, highlighting the works of Anna K.E., Sally von Rosen and Linnéa Sjöberg who address self-image and identity in innovative ways. Tessa Praun is a curator, educator, and writer based in Stockholm. Praun served as director and chief curator of Magasin III Museum for Contemporary Art until 2024. Her deep interest in the visual arts has manifested itself in a commitment to the artistic process and nurturing in-depth encounters with it. She is currently establishing The Wanderlust Institute of Art, a platform for independent projects.

  • S3 · E8
    Aug 7, 2025 · 20 min

    Camille Regli on performativity in art, the importance of collaboration and community, and the impact of technology on identity.

    In this conversation, Camille Regli discusses her curatorial practice and the upcoming exhibition at Zeller van Almsick, focusing on the theme of 'Fragmented Subjectivity.' She explores the role of performativity in art, the importance of collaboration and community, and the impact of technology on identity. Regli reflects on historical contexts and contemporary challenges, emphasizing the need for experimentation and political discourse in art. The discussion also highlights her personal experiences and the unique cultural landscape of Vienna. Camille Regli is an independent curator based in Zurich and Biel/Bienne, Switzerland. During her London years, she worked with galleries such as Lisson Gallery, Richard Saltoun, and Luxembourg & Dayan, as well as institutions including the Swiss Pavilion at the Venice Biennale, the Istanbul Biennale, and the Centre d’art contemporain Genève. In 2020, she co-founded contemporary art centre KRONE COURONNE in Biel/Bienne, which she still runs and co-directs. Her curatorial work is shaped by an ongoing interest in the performativity of bodies and spaces, theatricality, and the use of speculative fiction and feminist readings to challenge reflection and foster collective imagination. She has curated exhibitions with the curatorial collective Collectif Détente, and collaborated with institutions including Fondazione Sandretto Re Rebaudengo, Kunsthaus Biel/Centre d’art Bienne, and the City of Geneva. In 2023–24, she was a scientific collaborator in the “Art Fundamentals” class at EPFL’s School of Architecture in Lausanne. Most recently, in 2025, she was invited as section curator at the art fair STAGE Bregenz.

  • S3 · E7
    Aug 5, 2025 · 11 min

    Reilly Davidson on Bergson, her curatorial background and the upcoming exhibition at Galeria Dawid Radziszewski

    In this episode, Rilley Davidson discusses her curatorial concept for the upcoming exhibition at David Radizhevsky, focusing on the theme of 'Fragmented Subjectivity.' She explores the philosophical underpinnings of her curatorial practice, particularly drawing from Bergson's essay on metaphysics, and emphasizes the importance of collaboration with artists. Davidson also shares her excitement about engaging with the local art scene in Vienna and the ongoing processes of creating new works in response to the exhibition's theme. Reilly Davidson is a New York-based, Seattle-born curator and writer. Her curatorial work has been presented at C L E A R I N G (New York and Los Angeles), Shoot the Lobster (New York), Martos Gallery (New York), Lubov (New York), CASTLE (Los Angeles), AS IT STANDS (Los Angeles), amongst others. She has contributed texts to KALEIDOSCOPE, Artforum, Family Style, and The Brooklyn Rail, as well as a host of international galleries.

  • S3 · E6
    Jul 31, 2025 · 13 min

    Julie Boukobza on the upcoming exhibition at Charim Galerie

    In this conversation, Julie Bukowska discusses her curatorial practice, emphasizing its personal and emotional nature. She reflects on the theme of fragmented subjectivity in contemporary art and how it resonates with her own experiences. Bukowska shares her influences, including significant exhibitions that shaped her views on curating. She expresses excitement about her upcoming exhibition 'Reprise' in Vienna, exploring themes of repetition and trauma through various artistic mediums. Julie Boukobza is Head of the Luma Arles residency program since 2017 and an independent curator and art critic based in Paris.

  • S3 · E5
    Jul 29, 2025 · 7 min

    Vanessa Joan Müller on the upcoming exhibtion with Jieun Lim & Willem Oorebeek at Galerie Hubert Winter

    In this conversation, Vanessa John-Müller discusses her curatorial concept for the upcoming exhibition at Galerie Hubert Winter as part of the curated by festival in Vienna. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration with artists and the unique aspects of Vienna's art scene, while exploring the theme of Fragmented Subjectivity. The dialogue highlights her approach to curating, the influence of various exhibitions on her practice, and the significance of the selected artists in her exhibition. Vanessa Joan Müller is an independent curator and writer based in Vienna.

  • S3 · E4
    Jul 24, 2025 · 12 min

    Fritz Emslander on Simon Schubert's artistic practice and upcoming exhibition at Krobath Wien

    This conversation explores the Curated By festival in Vienna, focusing on the curatorial practices of Dr. Fritz Emslander and the featured artist Simon Schubert. The discussion delves into the themes of fragmentation, artistic dialogue, and the role of art in reflecting inner lives. Emslander shares insights into his curatorial approach, the significance of the festival's theme, and the innovative works of Simon Schubert that challenge perceptions and invite viewers into immersive experiences. Fritz Emslander (*1967) studied art history, European cultural history and Romance languages in Regensburg, London and Hamburg. He has been a curator for contemporary art since 2000, until 2009 at the Staatliche Kunsthalle Baden-Baden, and since 2009 as deputy director of the Museum Morsbroich, Leverkusen.

  • S3 · E3
    Jul 22, 2025 · 19 min

    Monika Bayer-Wermuth on fragmented subjectivity and an expanded concept of painting

    Dr. Monika Bayer-Wehrmuth discusses her curatorial approach for the upcoming exhibition at Galerie Elisabeth and Klaus Thoman, focusing on the theme of 'Fragmented Subjectivity'. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration, the role of space in curating, and the significance of the artists' practices in shaping the exhibition. Bayer-Wehrmuth shares insights into her creative process, the artists involved, and how their works challenge traditional notions of authorship and materiality. Dr. Monika Bayer-Wermuth is Chief Curator at Museum Brandhorst in Munich, where she oversees the collection as well as international exhibition and publication projects. Her curatorial practice is centered on an in-depth engagement with artistic production, as well as social and political issues in contemporary art, which she seeks to translate into the institutional context in both accessible and critical ways. Her exhibitions include Alexandra Bircken. A–Z, Nicole Eisenman. What Happened, and most recently, This Is Me, This Is You. The Eva Felten Photography Collection. She is currently working on a major reinstallation of the collection. Before joining Museum Brandhorst, she held positions at Tate Modern in London (2016–2019) and Lenbachhaus in Munich (2014–2016). Her PhD project, Harun Farocki: Arbeit, was published in 2017 by Verlag Silke Schreiber. She is also a board member of Kunstraum München.

  • S3 · E2
    Jul 17, 2025 · 12 min

    Damien Lentini on collaboration, Vienna's art scene and »Fold« at CRONE Wien

    In this conversation, Damian Lentini discusses his curatorial approach to the theme of Fragmented Subjectivity for the upcoming exhibition at CRONE Wien. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration in exhibition making, involving artists and institutions from the outset. Lentini explores how various artistic practices can challenge traditional perceptions and create new forms of knowledge. He also reflects on his experiences in Vienna, highlighting the city's vibrant art scene and the influence of collaborative efforts in shaping his curatorial vision. Dr. Damian Lentini is a curator whose research and work unpacks the imbricated histories of modern and contemporary art from the postwar period up until our present moment. He received his doctoral degree from the University of Melbourne in 2009 and has since worked on various projects in Australia, Germany and Austria. He iscurrently the Deputy Director at the Ludwig Forum in Aachen and prior to that, was Curator at the Vienna Secession. Before moving to Vienna, Lentini worked at the Haus der Kunst in Munich from 2015 to 2023, where he collaborated on the highly acclaimed exhibition project Postwar: Art Between the Pacific and Atlantic, 1945-1965 (2016), alongside Okwui Enwezor, Ulrich Wilmes, and Katy Siegel. His own curatorial projects include exhibitions with Phyllida Barlow, Sung Tieu, Jeremy Shaw, Rochelle Feinstein, Dumb Type, Kapwani Kiwanga and the Karrabing Film Collective.

  • S3 · E1
    Jul 15, 2025 · 10 min

    Marie Griffay on fragments and the upcoming exhibition at VIN VIN Gallery

    Based in France, Marie Griffay has worked for fifteen years for contemporary art collections as curator and director. Working closely with artists allows her to connect artworks from different time frame and focusing on the context for each new exhibition. As an art historian, she writes and teaches. Learn more about the upcoming exhibition for curated by 2025: Fragmented Subjectivity on www.curatedby.at

  • S2 · E9
    Oct 21, 2024 · 1 hr 2 min

    Expert Talks: Mariana Lemos and Marianne Vlaschits on archives and cosmology

    Exploring intersections of bodily experience, the archive as concept, and cosmology, Lisa Moravec (art historian-theorist) talks with Mariana Lemos (curator) and Marianne Vlaschits (artist) about how her paintings performatively function as a living posthumanist archive.

  • S2 · E8
    Oct 7, 2024 · 1 hr

    Expert Talks: Sabine Schaschl, Ana Knifer and Gregor Podnar about the estate of Croatian neo-avantgarde artist Julije Knifer

    Focused on the estate of Croatian neo-avantgarde artist Julije Knifer, Sabine Schaschl (Haus Konstruktiv) talks with Ana Knifer (daughter of Julije Knifer) and Gregor Podnar (gallerist) about the artist’s processual approach to “anti-painting” and the difficulties of retrospectively building and making visible several aspects of an estate. The conversation was moderated by Lisa Moravec.

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