Johanna Ehmke: Marble, Stone and Iron at Villa Concordia Bamberg

Marble, Stone and Iron: Johanna Ehmke brings Bamberg to resonate

With "Marble, Stone and Iron", the International Artist House Villa Concordia opens an exhibition that puts drawing, painting, and poetic observation into a fine dialogue. Johanna Ehmke works during her scholarship 2026/27 in Bamberg and develops works from light, space, and movement that oscillate between ambiguity, pop reference, and painterly reflection. Admission is free. ([villa-concordia.de](https://www.villa-concordia.de/aktuelles/veranstaltungen/detail/marble-stone-and-iron-ausstellungseroeffnung-mit-werken-von-johanna-ehmke-stipendium-202627))

Between Studio and Exhibition Space

Ehmke's working time in Bamberg visibly shapes the exhibition: page by page, portraits, still scenes, and moments of reflection emerge, where hard gesture meets resilient soft response. The exhibition uses the spatial situation of Villa Concordia as a resonance space for a precise, almost chamber music-like consideration of the works. ([villa-concordia.de](https://www.villa-concordia.de/aktuelles/veranstaltungen/detail/marble-stone-and-iron-ausstellungseroeffnung-mit-werken-von-johanna-ehmke-stipendium-202627))

Pop Culture as Echo, Painting as Presence

The title references a well-known German hit and opens the view for Ehmke's interest in reception, song culture, and critical reflection on painting. Exactly from this, the presentation gains its tension: it combines art historical sensitivity with a contemporary aesthetic that makes seeing itself a topic. ([villa-concordia.de](https://www.villa-concordia.de/aktuelles/veranstaltungen/detail/marble-stone-and-iron-ausstellungseroeffnung-mit-werken-von-johanna-ehmke-stipendium-202627))

A Place with Aura: Villa Concordia

Villa Concordia is located on the banks of the Regnitz and is among the Baroque buildings of Bamberg. Since 1998, the house has been a place for literature, visual arts, and music; the exhibition space is open during events and exhibitions, entry is generally free, and guided tours are also offered through the VHS Bamberg. ([villa-concordia.de](https://www.villa-concordia.de/haus))

Visit, Access, and Atmosphere

The exhibition will be on view from September 25 to October 25, 2026. It is open Saturdays and Sundays from 11 am to 4 pm, as well as Mondays to Thursdays from 10 am to 3 pm and Fridays from 10 am to 1 pm. For arrival, the house recommends the Geyerswörth underground parking; there is no parking directly in front of the villa. However, the exhibition space is considered not barrier-free. ([villa-concordia.de](https://www.villa-concordia.de/aktuelles/veranstaltungen/detail/marble-stone-and-iron-ausstellungseroeffnung-mit-werken-von-johanna-ehmke-stipendium-202627))

Conclusion

"Marble, Stone and Iron" promises a concentrated art experience between drawing, painting, and spatial perception. Those who appreciate artistic condensation, sensitive imagery, and a free exhibition experience in special architecture should mark this date in Bamberg and experience the exhibition live. ([villa-concordia.de](https://www.villa-concordia.de/aktuelles/veranstaltungen/detail/marble-stone-and-iron-ausstellungseroeffnung-mit-werken-von-johanna-ehmke-stipendium-202627))

Official Channels of Johanna Ehmke:

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• Website: no official profile found

Sources:

• Villa Concordia - Exhibition Opening Marble, Stone and Iron
• Villa Concordia - Artist Johanna Ehmke
• Villa Concordia - Contact and Opening Hours
• Villa Concordia - Frequently Asked Questions
• Villa Concordia - House and History
• Villa Concordia - Directions
• art-in - Johanna Ehmke. ONS - stay for a night
• Artforum Artguide - Johanna Ehmke press release