WORLD CITY
WORLD CITY is an exploration of the interplay between global interconnectedness and local uniqueness, envisioned by Wolfgang Lehrner. Rooted in the concept of cosmopolitanism — where diversity and unity coexist in dynamic tension — the work bridges the universal and the particular, combining thought, imagery, and perception to reflect on the essence of global citizenship.
At its core, Lehrner seeks the "biggest common denominator" that unites opposites: nature and culture, self and other, local and global. Free from the constraints of traditional scientific methods or rigid narratives, his approach is a fluid inquiry into identity, place, and the shared human condition within the ever-shifting context of globalization.
Visually, WORLD CITY contrasts sequences of global moving images with local stills. This juxtaposition disrupts linear storytelling, offering a fragmented yet cohesive portrayal of cosmopolitan reality. The randomness in image selection reflects the unpredictability inherent in global interconnectedness.
As an evolving project, WORLD CITY invites us to rethink our relationship with the world and one another. By reinterpreting reality and presenting it as a distinctive version of itself, Lehrner challenges us to perceive the world not as static but as a vibrant, interconnected web of possibilities.