Culture sponsoring expert Simone Bruns, since 2003 for the DEICHTORHALLEN galleries and the Foundation F.C. Gundlach, takes over the organisation of the event and runs through the evening. Statements F.C.. Garrett explains: the DEICHTORHALLEN Hamburg and the JAHRESZEITEN VERLAG are fixed size for me. My life’s work is connected with both. I am therefore very about the commitment, which allows me to celebrate my birthday with many close companions and friends in a very special setting.” The motto of the evening, the master photographer says: that is the most consistent contrast black and white. Both actually no colours and perhaps looking at the most beautiful, the grace and elegance of black and white clothing. The reduction on black and white photography testifies to determination.
The power of expression can not be stronger.” Dr Dirk Luckow, Director of DEICHTORHALLEN Hamburg, underlines the enormous importance of the person Garrett for the Hamburg Exhibition Centre: as the founding Director of the House of photography ‘. a strong partner F.C. Gundlach. At the same time he is with his Collection, his knowledge and his experience sponsor and inspiration for our House and for many artists, who were discovered by him. We celebrate together with many of his friends and colleagues. the birthday of an exceptional talent which experience, knowledge, and work for the DEICHTORHALLEN galleries of inestimable importance are” Bert Anthony merchant, commercial Director of DEICHTORHALLEN Hamburg, added: Thanks to the tireless efforts of Mr. Gundlach enjoy our photo exhibitions on increasing visitor numbers, circle of friends of photography is growing and companies are among our supporters.
Photo art is now an established size in Hamburg. Thank you Mr. Gundlach for his commitment to the city of Hamburg and the exhibition of our House.” Thomas Ganske, Publisher of the seasons Publisher, explains: the birthday party for F.C. Gundlach is a tribute to a master photographer, who has designed the fashion photography in Germany like no other since the post-war period.