When does the event take place?

On July 15, 2026, at 3:07 PM in the City Museum of Amberg.

How much is the entry fee?

The event is free of charge. The price is 0 Euro.

Is the exhibition accessible for people with disabilities?

Parts of the museum and the special exhibition rooms are barrier-free accessible; the building has an elevator and barrier-free offers.

Are there guided tours for the exhibition?

Yes, the museum offers public tours, group tours, and inclusive educational offers. The specific dates can be found in the museum's event program.

Where is the exhibition located?

In the City Museum of Amberg at Zeughausstraße 18, 92224 Amberg.

Who is especially suited to visit?

For art enthusiasts who appreciate jewelry art, material aesthetics, contemporary forms of expression, and educational museum offerings.

Clouds and Forged Air Holes

Name: Clouds and Forged Air Holes – Bettina Dittlmann & Michael Jank
Start: 2026-07-15T17:07:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-15T19:07:00+02:00
Location: Stadtmuseum Amberg

Between Forge Fire and Cloud View: an Exhibition about Form, Material and Memory

In the City Museum of Amberg, contemporary gold- and silversmithing meets a poetic exploration of the natural phenomenon of clouds. The exhibition features works by Bettina Dittlmann and Michael Jank, whose joint practice since 1998 has been characterized by handcrafted precision, experimental material processing, and a clear artistic signature. The exhibition can be experienced from July 15, 2026, at 3:07 PM in Amberg and invites contemplation of works that intricately intertwine art, craft, and aesthetic experience. ([oberpfalz.de](https://www.oberpfalz.de/veranstaltungen/vernissage-wolken-und-geschmiedete-luftloecher-bettina-dittlmann-michael-jank-2/?utm_source=openai))

Goldsmithing as Physical Experience

The Forever Rings are created from fine gold, fine silver, pure copper, and wrought iron. The material is forged, stretched, and shaped until a fragile yet powerful form emerges from the raw material. It is precisely in this tension that the special atmosphere of the exhibition lies: the visible remains handcrafted, the conceptual becomes poetic. The objects tell stories of patience, resistance, and transformation. ([oberpfalz.de](https://www.oberpfalz.de/veranstaltungen/vernissage-wolken-und-geschmiedete-luftloecher-bettina-dittlmann-michael-jank-2/?utm_source=openai))

Clouds, Air, and the Art of Close Observation

The exhibition title opens a sensory space between sky and workbench. Clouds here appear not just as a mere natural motif, but as a conceptual figure for change, movement, and lightness. In this tension field, an art experience unfolds that connects to the tradition of representational jewelry while also probing its boundaries. According to preliminary reporting, Michael Jank also works with photography, printmaking, and curatorial practice alongside their shared smithing works. ([oberpfalz.de](https://www.oberpfalz.de/veranstaltungen/vernissage-wolken-und-geschmiedete-luftloecher-bettina-dittlmann-michael-jank-2/?utm_source=openai))

A Museum with Strong Art Historical Roots

The City Museum of Amberg presents the history, art, and culture of the city, while the City Gallery OLD FIRE STATION showcases contemporary visual arts. For the Prechtl special exhibition, the museum offers several educational formats, including public tours, curator-led tours, art snacks, lectures, group tours, and inclusive offers. The special exhibition spaces are also accessible by elevator; the museum also describes barrier-free access, accessible restrooms, and regular tours in German sign language and plain language. ([tourismus.amberg.de](https://tourismus.amberg.de/stadtmuseum-stadtgalerie/))

Why Visiting is Worthwhile

This exhibition connects jewelry, sculpture, material aesthetics, and cultural education into a poignant art experience. It is suitable for art enthusiasts interested in contemporary art, craftsmanship, and a finely curated presentation. Those who experience the dialogue between nature observation and metal shaping live will quickly understand why such works have such an intense effect in the space. ([oberpfalz.de](https://www.oberpfalz.de/veranstaltungen/vernissage-wolken-und-geschmiedete-luftloecher-bettina-dittlmann-michael-jank-2/?utm_source=openai))

Conclusion: Visitors to Amberg can expect an exhibition that brings together goldsmithing and cloud poetry at the highest level. Anyone who appreciates precise form, calm concentration, and a multifaceted art discourse should definitely experience this exhibition on-site. ([stadtmuseum-amberg.de](https://stadtmuseum-amberg.de/de/aktuell/sonderausstellungen/koepfe.-zeiten.-geschichte-n-.-michael-mathias-prechtl-zum-100.-geburtstag))