"It's not only those lacking clothing" - Event showcases Newton's perspective on Berlin.
Helmut Newton, a well-known photographer, had a strong connection to Berlin throughout his life. After escaping the Nazis, he rose to fame internationally and often returned to his home city for photoshoots. He never fully missed Germany, but he always had a homesickness for Berlin. In 2003, he donated his work to the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation in Berlin, which then created the Newton Foundation in 2004. This organization now houses the Museum of Photography. Newton expressed his pride and happiness that his photos would return to his hometown, not just the nudes but all the other works as well.
From January 27 to February 16, the foundation is marking its 20th anniversary with the group exhibition "Berlin, Berlin." This show not only highlights Newton's relationship with and in Berlin but also displays works by other artists such as Yva, his mentor, Else Ernestine Neuländer-Simon, Barbara Klemm, Jewgeni Chaldej, Hein Gorny, Adolph C. Byers, Arno Fischer, F.C. Gundlach, Günter Zint, Fritz Tiedemann, Arwed Messmer, Annett Gröschner, Maria Sewcz, Michael Schmidt, Wim Wenders, Ulrich Wüst, Thomas Florschuetz, and Harf Zimmermann.
For more information on the museum and exhibition, please visit https://www.museum-fuer-fotografie.de/en/.
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The Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation, situated in Berlin, is responsible for preserving and showcasing Helmut Newton's donated works. His strong connection to Berlin led him to return the Museum of Photography, established by the Newton Foundation in 2004, with his esteemed photography collection. The foundation is celebrating its 20th anniversary with an exhibition titled "Berlin, Berlin," featuring not only Newton's works but also those of artists like Yva and others, highlighting Berlin's influence on their art.
Helmut Newton's career as a renowned photographer began after his escape from Germany, reaching international fame and maintaining a deep affection for his hometown, Berlin. In 2003, he chose to donate his vast collection to the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation in Berlin, ensuring that his photographs would continue to represent Berlin's cultural heritage.
The Berlin-based Museum of Photography, a fruit of Helmut Newton's generosity and the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation's dedication, offers an impressive selection of photography exhibitions that showcase the rich diversity of German cultural heritage.
