Germany
Dusseldorf
2020
24
German
English
In a nutshell
Can anger and rage be justified in a world riddled with oppression and inequality? Are these emotions destructive forces or vital catalysts for social change? As democracy faces crises and populism gains ground globally, these questions have sparked renewed debate. Contemporary artists have responded, using their work to navigate and challenge the pressing issues of our time.
The exhibition ‘Time for Outrage!’ in Düsseldorf explores these questions through six thematic blocks: Right-wing Shift, Trumpism, Protest, Postcolonialism, Feminism, and Discrimination. Across a diverse range of mediums — including installations, drawings, paintings, sculptures, photography, and video art — 40 international artists immerse viewers in the visceral realms of protest, social dissent, and public anger. The exhibition doesn’t just present anger as a raw emotion; it portrays it as a vehicle for dialogue, resistance, and empowerment in the face of systemic injustice.
A substantial portion of the works on display come from the collection of entrepreneur and collector Florian Peters-Messer, whose commitment to socially engaged art amplifies the urgent messages these pieces convey.
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Contributors
Felix Krämer
Bio
Born in 1971 in Cambridge, Felix Krämer is a German-British art historian and curator, currently serving as Director General and Artistic Director of the Museum Kunstpalast in Düsseldorf since 2017. He also oversees the NRW-Forum Düsseldorf, known for exhibitions in photography and digital culture. Krämer holds a PhD in art history from the University of Hamburg and has curated major exhibitions worldwide, including in London, Paris, and Tokyo. In 2013, he was awarded the Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres for his contributions to the arts.
Florian Peters-Messer
Bio
Born in 1964, Florian Peters-Messer is a German real estate entrepreneur and art collector who began acquiring contemporary works in the mid-1990s. His collection, now comprising over 450 pieces, focuses on sociopolitical, psychological, and sociological themes, with notable works by artists such as Thomas Hirschhorn, Sophie Calle, and David Wojnarowicz. Peters-Messer’s collection debuted in 2018 at the Weserburg Museum in Bremen and has since been exhibited in prominent venues across Germany. He also curates exhibitions and contributes to discussions on queer art, right-wing radicalization, and art’s role in societal critique.
Linda Peitz
Bio
A Berlin-based curator and creative director, Linda Peitz has been a prominent figure in the art world since founding CCCCCOMA e.V. in 2020. This curatorial collective explores the intersections of communication, art, and curatorial practices. Peitz is also a curator and exhibition manager at Gallery Ebensperger in Berlin and Austria, where she develops exhibition concepts and manages artist relations. Her international experience includes a curatorial residency at ARAC in Bucharest (2022-2023). Known for her innovative approach, Peitz often engages with contemporary themes, including textile art and political expression.
