JESSICA BACKHAUS. SHADOWS MIGHT DANCE

Duration: January 31–April 26, 2026​​​​​​​

Form, colour, and light are the defining elements of the visual cosmos of the internationally acclaimed photographer Jessica Backhaus. This comprehensive exhibition brings together works from the past twenty-five years, offering an exceptional insight into Backhaus’s artistic evolution.

Spanning her early documentary practice, the gradual shift toward abstraction, and culminating in her latest series, “Papyrus,” presented here for the first time, the selection traces the breadth and nuance of her œuvre. read more

FFF ACademY: WORKSHOP

»EYES ON FRANKFURT - Searching for Traces«

Markus Seibel

Saturday, April 11, 2026, 2–5:30 pm

Join us for "EYES ON FRANKUFRT - Searching for Traces," a captivating photography workshop led by acclaimed photographer Markus Seibel. Dive into the vibrant cityscape of Frankfurt as you learn to capture its essence through your lens. Discover hidden stories and uncover unique perspectives while honing your skills in composition and visual storytelling. MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION 

TALK

JESSICA BACKHAUS and SOPHIE-CHARLOTTE OPITZ 

Friday, April 17, 2026, 6 pm

On the occasion of her solo exhibition “Shadows might Dance” (on view until April 26, 2026 at the FFF), Jessica Backhaus will be in conversation with Professor of Media Studies and independent curator Prof. Dr. Sophie-Charlotte Opitz about Backhaus’ work, her artistic trajectory, and future projects. read more

FFF ACADEMY: WORKSHOP

“ACHTSAMES SELBSTPORTRÄT: OBJEKTE, ARCHIVE UND IDENTITÄT”

Francesca Hummler

Saturday/Sunday, May 9/10, 2026, 10 am–5 pm

How can identity and memory be explored through photography? In the workshop “Mindful Self-Portrait” with Francesca Hummler, personal objects and archives become the starting point for creating individual visual worlds – intuitive, experimental, and reflective. Read more and register

Curator’s Tour

“JESSICA BACKHAUS. SHADOWS MIGHT DANCE”

Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 3 pm 

During her guided tour through the current exhibition, Celina Lunsford – Artistic Director of the FFF and co-curator of this show will focus on Jessica Backhaus artistic evolution.
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Are you a student of photography, design, art, curatorial studies, or a related field? 

Then apply for a scholarship for FFF ACADEMY workshops with international photographers and experts!

The participation fees will be fully covered by the scholarship.

Supported by Heinz und Gisela Friederichs Stiftung.

This year's FFF Academy programme includes workshops with e.g. Nina Berman, Alessandra Capodacqua, Francesca Hummler, Max Pinckers and Christian Schön. see all workshops and dates

Send your application in one pdf-filde to akademie(a)fffrankfurt.org, including:

• Desired workshop with a short statement about you and your work

• Portfolio (incl. 10–20 JPGs)

• Proof of current enrollment

NEWS

FFF ACADEMY 2026

Inspiring talks and dialogues on abstraction, materiality, and how AI images are reshaping visual perception — experience the programme highlights, live and up close – with Jessica Backhaus, Nina Berman, Kaya & Blank, Alessandra Capodacqua, Ferran Ferrando Melià, Alexandra Lechner, Paula Markert, Max Pinckers, Christian Schön and Markus Seibel. Overview of all dates