Photo: © Armand Quetsch / CNA

CNA – Centre National de l’Audiovisuel presents a stimulating talk that delves into the philosophical intricacies of Kay Walkowiak’s exhibition, Traces of Time. The conversation features Regies Moes, deputy direction at Nationalmusée um Fëschmaart alongside distinguished Luxembourgish journalist, Kerstin Thalau. 

Together, they explore the profound themes of time, history, and cultural narratives that are intricately woven into Walkowiak’s diverse body of work. It offers a critical reexamination of Western conceptions of time and dominant narratives of (Art) History. This talk scrutinise how Walkowiak challenges these conventions and the ways in which art can either reinforce or subvert them. 

The discussion addresses several thought-provoking questions: What potential does art hold in capturing the essence of time? How can it artistically thematise and halt time, document it and open up new perspectives? Furthermore, how can these artistic endeavours be preserved for future generations, whether in museums or archives, and made accessible in the future? Is this an ongoing race against time? What art historical and cultural-philosophical approaches and developments exist in this context? 

Guest speakers: 

Régis Moes (Deputy Director Nationalmusée um Fëschmaart) 

Kay Walkowiak (Artist, Austria) 

Moderator: Kerstin Thalau (journalist)

This conference was part of the Art Talks programme of Luxembourg Art Week 2024, in collaboration with CNA - Centre National de l’Audiovisuel. 

The 11th edition of Luxembourg Art Week will take place from November 21 to 23, 2025. More info on upcoming Art Talks: www.luxembourgartweek.lu 

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