The title "permanent now" points to a fascinating paradox that runs through Andreas Kocks' work: the capturing of a dynamic, fleeting moment in a lasting, sculptural form. His works seem like spontaneous gestures in space – they recall powerful brushstrokes, splashes, or flowing organic forms that spread weightlessly across the walls. Yet behind this apparent lightness lies a careful, precise and physical creative process.
A central highlight of the exhibition is the monumental paper installation "keep your eyes open". Kocks uses the architecture of the gallery as a direct resonance space. The multilayered, sculptural paper formations engage directly with the space, challenge perception and invite the viewer to look closely – to open the eyes to the subtle poetry of form, light and in-between space.
In his works in paper from the series "keep your eyes open". Kocks cuts with a scalpel, layers and arranges thick laid and watercolour papers. Each work resembles a "drawing with the knife", in which every cut is final.