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EXHIBITION - On View

JESSICA BACKHAUS. SHADOWS MIGHT DANCE

Jessica Backhaus: Cut Out 46, aus der Serie »Cut Outs«, 2020 © Jessica Backhaus, 2026, courtesy of Robert Morat Galerie

Duration: January 31–April 26, 2026​​​​​​​


Form, colour, and light are the defining elements of the visual cosmos of the internationally acclaimed photographer Jessica Backhaus. This comprehensive exhibition brings together works from the past twenty-five years, offering an exceptional insight into Backhaus’s artistic evolution.

Spanning her early documentary practice, the gradual shift toward abstraction, and culminating in her latest series, “Papyrus,” presented here for the first time, the selection traces the breadth and nuance of her œuvre. read more

NO PRIOR REGISTRATION

Public guided tours


throught the exhibition

JESSICA BACKHAUS. SHADOWS MIGHT DANCE


every Wednesday, 5 pm 


[IN GERMAN]

+++Please Note: Lecture must be re-schedulded+++
FFF ACADEMY: Lecture

“DEUTSCHLAND, WARUM BIST DU SO?”

Paula Markert


Friday, March 20, 2026, 6 pm


Photographer and professor Paula Markert offers insight into her artistic-documentary practice, which she understands both as a process of self-inquiry and as an active engagement with social and political discourses. read more 

Paula Markert, aus der Serie „Ring/Halqa", 2018, © Paula Markert, 2026
FFF Akademie: UNTERWEGS

»URSULA EDELMANN 100 – EINE FOTOGRAFISCHE RETROSPEKTIVE«


Dienstag, 24.03.2026, 6 pm

Ursula Edelmann: Römerberg, Frankfurt am Main, 1961, © Ursula Edelmann/ Thomas Edelmann, VG Bild Kunst, Bonn
FFF ACademY: ON THE ROAD

“URSULA EDELMANN 100 – EINE FOTOGRAFISCHE RETROSPEKTIVE”


Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 6 pm


Do not miss the chance to get a tour by Rudi Feuser through the exhibition with works by German photographer Ursula Edelmann.


Meeting point:

PAN Gallery, Bernusstraße 18, 60487 Frankfurt 

News
 

Are you a student of photography, design, art, curatorial studies, or a related field? 

Then apply for a scholarship for FFF ACADEMY workshops with international photographers and experts!

The participation fees will be fully covered by the scholarship.

Supported by Heinz und Gisela Friederichs Stiftung.


This year's FFF Academy programme includes workshops with Jessica Backhaus, Nina Berman, Alessandra Capodacqua, Paula Markert, Max Pinckers and Christian Schön. see all workshops and dates


Send your application in one pdf-filde to akademie(a)fffrankfurt.org, including:

  • Desired workshop with a short statement about you and your work

  • Portfolio (incl. 10–20 JPGs)

  • Proof of current enrollment

Exhibitions

Until today the Fotografie Forum Frankfurt has shown more than 290 exhibitions with Susan Meiselas, Jacques-Henri Lartigue, Helmut Newton, Tina Modotti, Barbara Klemm, Carlos Pérez Siquier, Robert Frank, Imogen Cunningham, Sebastião Salgado, Dorothea Lange, Roger Ballen, Sarah Moon, Atta Kim, Andy Warhol, Nhu Xuan Hua, Alberto Garcia Alix, Graciela Iturbide, Walker Evans, Elina Brotherus, Martin Parr, Elinor Carucci, Hans van der Meer, Gisèle Freund and David Maisel. see the archive

Searching for Traces in Frankfurt, 2024, © Markus Seibel, 2025
FFF ACademY: WORKSHOP

»EYES ON FRANKFURT - Searching for Traces«

Markus Seibel


Saturday, April 11, 2026, 2–5:30 pm


Join us for "EYES ON FRANKUFRT - Searching for Traces," a captivating photography workshop led by acclaimed photographer Markus Seibel. Dive into the vibrant cityscape of Frankfurt as you learn to capture its essence through your lens. Discover hidden stories and uncover unique perspectives while honing your skills in composition and visual storytelling. MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION 

Jessica Backhaus: Violetta by the lake, 2003, aus der Serie »Jesus and the Cherries«, © Jessica Backhaus, 2026, courtesy of Robert Morat Galerie
TALK

JESSICA BACKHAUS and SOPHIE-CHARLOTTE OPITZ 


Friday, April 17, 2026, 6 pm


On the occasion of her solo exhibition “Shadows might Dance” (on view until April 26, 2026 at the FFF), Jessica Backhaus will be in conversation with Professor of Media Studies and independent curator Prof. Dr. Sophie-Charlotte Opitz about Backhaus’ work, her artistic trajectory, and future projects. read more

FFF ACADEMY: Workshop

“ABSTRAKTE DIMENSIONEN”

Jessica Backhaus


Saturday/Sunday, April 18/19, 2026, 10 am–5 pm


For anyone wishing to further develop their visual language and draw inspiration from light, form and colour, the workshop with internationally renowned photographer Jessica Backhaus is the perfect choice.

With a focus on still life, colour, intuition and composition, the group will create their own works under her guidance — whether through collage, photography, drawing or mixed media. The creative exchange also offers the opportunity to discuss individual projects and gain fresh inspiration. read more 

Jessica Backhaus: Timeless, from the series »Once, Still and Forever«, 2012 © Jessica Backhaus, 2026, courtesy of Robert Morat Galerie
Jessica Backhaus: Memories in a bottle, aus der Serie »Once, still and forever«, 2011, © Jessica Backhaus, 2026, courtesy of Robert Morat Galerie
Curator’s Tour

“JESSICA BACKHAUS. SHADOWS MIGHT DANCE”


Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 3 pm 


During her guided tour through the current exhibition, Celina Lunsford – Artistic Director of the FFF and co-curator of this show will focus on Jessica Backhaus artistic evolution.
read more about the exbition

Paula Markert: aus der Serie „Sieben Tage Warten“, 2015, © Paula Markert, 2026
NEWS

FFF ACADEMY 2026


Inspiring talks and dialogues on abstraction, materiality, and how AI images are reshaping visual perception — experience the programme highlights, live and up close – with Jessica Backhaus, Nina Berman, Kaya & Blank, Alessandra Capodacqua, Ferran Ferrando Melià, Alexandra Lechner, Paula Markert, Max Pinckers, Christian Schön and Markus Seibel. Overview of all dates 

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FOTOGRAFIE FORUM FRANKFURT

The Fotografie Forum Frankfurt (FFF) is one of the leading centres of photography in Europe. As an exhibition space, institution and event forum the FFF deals with all types and aspects of photography. Since its founding in 1984 it has presented more than 300 exhibitions with historic and contemporary artists. Additionally, the programme of the FFF comprises of regular workshops, talks and discussions with internationally renowned photographers, artists and experts.

Fotografie Forum Frankfurt
Braubachstraße 30-32, 60311 Frankfurt am Main
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