Bernhard Blume

Bernhard Blume was a German photographer and conceptual artist known for his playful and often surreal images. Blume studied at the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf under Joseph Beuys and developed an interest in using photography to question the nature of reality and representation. He frequently incorporated himself and his family members as subjects in his work, often staging absurd scenarios that blur the line between reality and fantasy. Blume's photographs are characterized by their humor, wit, and attention to detail. In addition to his photography, Blume also worked in sculpture and installation art, using everyday materials to create thought-provoking pieces. His work has been exhibited internationally and is held in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles.