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'Blazing Light' - the museum solo exhibition of the American photographer Mimi Plumb on tour through the States and available now as a book
'Blazing Light' is the new photobook and companion volume to the first major museum solo exhibition of renowned American photographer Mimi Plumb.
In the book, Plumb takes stock of her nearly 50-year career and brings together three of her most important series: The White Sky, Landfall (and The Golden City), and The Reservoir.
Since the 1970s, Plumb has documented the human-altered landscapes of California and the American West. Her images capture the deep social and psychological anxieties of American life at the end of the Cold War and in its aftermath. They address unbridled capitalism, climate change, and the threat of military conflict.
Instead of classic reportage photography, her black-and-white images are atmospheric, enigmatic, and full of pathos as well as subtle, absurdist irony. She often photographs teenagers in the suburbs or deserted landscapes to make emotional states such as isolation and uncertainty visible.
Mimi Plumb, born in December 1953 in Berkeley, California, is today an influential American documentary photographer and educator. For over 50 years, she has documented the human-altered landscapes and social fabric of the American West.
In 1971, at the age of 17, she began her studies at the prestigious San Francisco Art Institute (SFAI). She earned her Bachelor of Arts (BFA) degree in 1976 and returned for her Master of Arts (MFA), which she completed in 1986. After graduating, Plumb worked primarily as a photography instructor for decades. She taught at top-tier US institutions, including Stanford University, the San Francisco Art Institute, and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
For many years, she kept her own photographs private; much of her archive from the 1970s and 1980s remained untouched for decades. It wasn't until 2018 that Mimi gained international recognition in the art world through the processing of her archives. In 2022, she was awarded the prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship.
The book was published in February 2026 by the renowned art book publisher Radius Books. It serves as the official catalog for the traveling exhibition of the same name, which toured the USA from the beginning of 2026. The exhibition's venues are: High Museum of Art, Atlanta (February–May 2026), Johnson Museum at Cornell University, New York (Summer 2026), Norton Museum of Art, Florida (Winter 2026/2027), and Museum of Contemporary Photography, Chicago (Spring 2027).
Mimi Plumb: Blazing Light / Blazing Light Photographs . Radius Books in co-publication with the High Museum of Art. 264 pages with 131 photographs. Texts: Scholarly essays and contributions by the curators and art historians Gregory Harris, Karen Irvine, Lauren Richman, Amanda Maddox, and Jordan Bass . 65 Dollar
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24.06.2026
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Bianca Scheiwe is now Managing Director at Havas Germany
Düsseldorf, May 5, 2026 – Bianca Maria Scheiwe has been Managing Director at Havas Germany in Düsseldorf since May 1. In her new role, she is responsible for leading and developing key client teams as well as for the operational management of major accounts.
With the expansion of its leadership team, Havas Germany is continuing its growth trajectory and strategically strengthening key areas of the agency.
Scheiwe has been with Havas since 2019 and most recently served as Client Service Director. In this role, she was a member of the interdisciplinary management team and was responsible for, among other things, building and leading units and managing national and international clients. The accounts she managed include brands such as DWS, Danone, Volvo, and Nomad.
Scheiwe has been with Havas since 2019 and most recently served as Client Service Director. “Bianca stands for strong client relationships and the consistent development of our business. She has won important accounts for us and successfully expanded existing ones – and she will bring precisely this strength to her new role,” says Stephan Lachmann, CEO of Havas Germany.
Before joining Havas, Scheiwe held senior positions at international agency networks, including BBDO and Serviceplan. She brings more than 25 years of experience in brand management, integrated communications, and team leadership.
“Responsibility for people, clients, and quality is the foundation of my work. My goal is to work with our teams to strengthen sustainable client relationships and develop communications that are strategically relevant, effective, and bold in their implementation,” says Bianca Scheiwe.
About Havas Germany – Havas Germany helps brands solve business challenges with communication that is culturally relevant and has a lasting impact. As a social-driven brand agency, we combine the strategic depth of modern brand management with the dynamism of social and digital culture. We develop ideas that move brands, build relationships, and drive growth – creatively, data-driven, and with measurable success.
With Converged.AI, our global AI-powered operating system, we unite data, technology, and creativity in an integrated process that enables scalable solutions along the entire customer journey. This powerful foundation is built upon which our interdisciplinary, networked, and culturally aware teams build to secure relevance and competitiveness for brands in a constantly evolving communications landscape. As part of the global Havas Network with more than 23,000 employees worldwide, we combine the strength of an international network with the agility of a modern creative studio.
What unites us across all borders is our shared ambition: to make a meaningful difference to brands, businesses, and people.
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05.05.2026
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Ryan McGinley captures the LOEWE × On collection in Tenerife - movement studies between art, street and athleticism
Ryan McGinley infuses movement and energy into the new LOEWE × On Fall/Winter 2025 campaign, shot on Tenerife. The result is a striking visual statement about body, rhythm, and urban freedom.
Photographed by the acclaimed American artist Ryan McGinley, the campaign features the dance company MazelFreten, directed by Bleunuit with Ash Rucker as Movement Director. Filmed at the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of La Laguna, the campaign merges art and athleticism in bold, expressive imagery that celebrates movement across urban spaces. MazelFreten’s choreography captures the essence of being alive – a dialogue between struggle and success, expression and community, dissolving the boundaries between stage and street.
“Movement is woven within the beauty of the unpredictable. So proud to finally share the result of this incredible team effort,” says Art Director Ruben Faccini on Instagram.
At the center of the campaign is the limited-edition Cloudsolo, the first sneaker co-designed by LOEWE and On. Where Spanish craft meets Swiss engineering, a completely new design is born – a sneaker that unites comfort, function, and style. Alongside the Cloudsolo, the Cloudtilt returns in new denim-inspired tones – casual, technical, and ready for city life. Complementing the footwear, the ready-to-wear collection features fluid silhouettes, technical fabrics, and functional cuts made for everyday performance. The LOEWE × On collaboration is now available globally in stores and online.
On was founded in the Swiss Alps in 2010 with the mission to ignite the human spirit through movement – a mission that continues to guide the brand today. Present in more than 80 countries, On connects with a global digital community via on.com.
Founded in Spain in 1846, LOEWE is one of the world’s major luxury houses, with over 179 years of history. Its latest chapter redefines the brand as a house rooted in craft and culture – characterized by an intellectual yet playful approach to fashion, a vibrant take on the Spanish lifestyle, and unmatched leather expertise.
14.11.2025
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