'A Feast for the Eyes' Transforms Food Into Bold Contemporary Art

A new art exhibition exploring food in contemporary culture has opened at Teloy Mill in Lank-Latum. Titled 'A Feast for the Eyes', the show brings together 32 artists and runs until March 15. Visitors can expect everything from oversized chocolate bars to flaming fruit installations.

The exhibition launched on March 1 with a mix of playful and thought-provoking pieces. One standout is a greasy hamburger displayed as a 'fast-food monument' in the mill's outer corridor. Nearby, Joseph Beuys' 'Economic Values' series features a wine carton holding six bottles of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. Ernst Hesse contributes a collection of regional breads gathered during his global travels, while Klaus Sievers' oil painting 'Marmalade on Bread' captures texture so vividly that it almost smells edible.

Curator Bernd R. Meyer has organised two guided tours on March 4 and March 11, both at 6 p.m. A lecture, 'The Art of Eating', by Saskia Bos will also take place on March 3 at the same time. The event is part of the broader 'MeerbuschKunst' series, which continues at Stadthalle Meerbusch until March 29, including concerts at St. Anna Church and a local authors' reading evening.

The works span sculpture, painting, and installation, each offering a unique take on food's role in art. Some pieces challenge consumer culture, while others celebrate culinary beauty. The variety ensures something for every taste—literally and artistically.

The exhibition closes on March 15 after two weeks of events. Those interested in food, art, or both still have time to visit. Teloy Mill remains open daily, with no admission fee for the show.