Best of Parallel Vienna 2024: Our Highlights from the Art Fair.

It was one of those perfect September days where everything seemed to align—the sky was scattered with luscious clouds, and the blue between them seemed richer, almost like something out of a Matisse painting.

Parallel Vienna: The Annual Convergence of Contemporary Art Fair in Austria
Parallel Vienna (2024): Visit the Art Fair between 11.09. - 15.09.2024 at the Otto Mauer Areal, Baumgartner Höhe with a shitloud full of contemporary art

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The extraordinary backdrop set the tone for what awaited us at Parallel Vienna 2024, held once again in the historic Otto Wagner complex.

Note: Due to the weather situation, the fair has been postponed from September 12-15, 2024, to the new dates below (September 21-22, 2024).

OpeningWednesday, September 11, 2024, 5 PM – 10 PM
Exhibition DurationSeptember 21, 2024, to September 22, 2024
Opening HoursCheck the Parallel Vienna Website for more information
LocationOtto Wagner Area - Baumgartner Höhe 1, 1140 Vienna
TicketsTickets for the PARALLEL VIENNA fair are now available online!

Arriving at noon, we started our journey in the old theatre before winding our way through the adjacent pavilions, climbing tiled staircases and exploring echoing hallways.

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PARALLEL VIENNA 2024: Delighted to see the painting department of Kunst University Linz (Mentored by Prof. Ursula Hübner) with their impressive setup at Baumgartner Höhe. The fusion of emerging talent and bold artistic exploration adds a vibrant dynamic to this year's art fair, showcasing innovation from one of Austria's leading art institutions. | Image Courtesy of Munchies Art Club
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At Parallel Vienna 2024, we discover Martin Fink's large-scale painting, where a vivid focus on apples brings a refreshing, natural vibrancy to the exhibition. | Image Courtesy of Munchies Art Club

The sheer variety was remarkable—there was something for every taste. Some works captured our hearts immediately, while others left us with the sense that the artist's vision might still be in the process of taking shape.

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But that’s part of what makes Parallel Vienna 2024special—the discovery, the conversation, the mix of different voices.

Tina Dobrajc’s paintings were one of those “aha” moments we look for, a refreshing discovery and a new direction for Gallery Ernst Hilger.

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Parallel Vienna 2024: Artist Tina Dobrajc’s outstanding paintings, supported by Ernst Hilger Gallery, capture the essence of contemporary storytelling. Her bold visual language and emotive depth create a striking presence at this year’s art fair.

The bold use of color and striking compositions grabbed us from the start, and we found ourselves falling for her work instantly.

There’s something magnetic about the way she brings these surreal, eerie landscapes to life, creating an unforgettable experience.

Mariya Vasilyeva’s video installation was another standout, charming us with her exploration of power dynamics, feminism, and body politics, effortlessly blending private and public life through her various roles.

Bianca Kennedy, represented by Krinzinger Schottenfeldgasse, brought a lightness with her playful yet profound works that made us smile and think in equal measure.

Stefan Zsaitsits' pencil drawings for Gallery 433 were nothing short of captivating. His intricate lines and storytelling left us completely absorbed, while Gannet Dumricher and Niklas Konstacky provided a calming contrast with their nature-inspired works, grounding the entire experience.

And finally, seeing Paul Riedmüller’s works in person for the first time was a true joy—they fully lived up to the anticipation.

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Parallel Vienna 2024: Paul Riedmüller | Image Courtesy Munchies Art Club

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Parallel Vienna 2024: Egor Lovki’s(Winner: Bildrecht Price for best Artist-Statement) work delves into societal and personal insecurities, exploring themes of identity, hierarchical structures, and conflicting values. His figurative pieces, often marked by fragmented surfaces, reflect the cracks and contradictions in worldviews and cultural narratives. | Image Courtesy of Munchies Art Club
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PARALLEL VIENNA 2024: Olga Shcheblykina with Room of Fine Arts presents her installative work and object paintings. Her captivating pieces blur the line between sculpture and painting | Image Courtesy of Munchies Art Club
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Parallel Vienna 2024: Exhibiting partner Hybrid Art Fair - LaEclectica presents the captivating works of Maria JL Hierro. | Image Courtesy of Munchies Art Club
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Parallel Vienna 2024: Wonderful work by Axel Jonsson, showcased by Elisabeth and Klaus Thoman Gallery. | Image Courtesy of Munchies Art Club
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Parallel Vienna 2024: Grubeck Contemporary presents a captivating painting by Michaela Schwarz-Weismann | Image Courtesy of Munchies Art Club
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Parallel Vienna 2024: Darja Shatalova, whose work we remember from an exhibition at Bildraum 07 last year, presents a new recognizable development in her installation practice. Her latest pieces push the boundaries of form and space, offering a fresh yet familiar artistic evolution | Image Courtesy of Munchies Art Club
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PARALLEL VIENNA 2024: Karl Karner's striking sculpture stands prominently in front of the Jugendstil Theater, creating a powerful dialogue between contemporary art and the historic architecture of the venue. | Image Courtesy by the Artist

By the time we left, we were not just inspired but deeply connected to the art and the people behind it. 

Parallel Vienna 2024 delivered everything we hoped for—a vibrant mix of emerging voices and seasoned talent, all set against one of the most striking backdrops in the city.

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Stay tuned for more highlights from this extraordinary event, where art pushes boundaries and challenges perceptions in every corner of this atmospheric venue


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