Werner Bronkhorst to Debut Largest Exhibition in Berlin
Werner Bronkhorst, an artist originally from South Africa and now based in Sydney, is set to unveil his most extensive exhibition, HIGH, at the Gallerie at Potsdamer Platz in Berlin from October 2 to 4, 2026. This marks his first solo exhibition in Berlin, following successful shows in Dubai (CRACK) and Los Angeles (BIG BALLS). The showcase includes over 40 new paintings inspired by the sky, featuring the highlight piece Come Up For Air, which showcases a life-size canvas adorned with 25 hot-air balloons. Another notable artwork, Airplane Mode, illustrates the 10 most recent airlines Bronkhorst has traveled with. He describes the collection as a reflection on 'the world above us.' Bronkhorst has worked with Lando Norris and Martin Garrix and was recognized in Forbes Asia's 30 Under 30 for 2026.
Key facts
- Werner Bronkhorst will hold his largest exhibition to date, HIGH, in Berlin.
- The exhibition opens at the Gallerie at Potsdamer Platz from 2–4 October 2026.
- HIGH features over 40 new paintings inspired by the sky.
- The centerpiece, Come Up For Air, is a life-size canvas with 25 hot-air balloons and uses over 25 litres of thick paint.
- Airplane Mode includes planes representing the 10 most recent airlines Bronkhorst has flown.
- Bronkhorst's previous exhibitions in Dubai (CRACK) and Los Angeles (BIG BALLS) sold out.
- Germany is home to Bronkhorst's largest collector base in Europe.
- Bronkhorst has collaborated with Lando Norris and Martin Garrix, and debuted at Phillips auction house in July.
- His social media following has grown to 2.8 million.
- He was named to Forbes Asia's 30 Under 30 for 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Werner Bronkhorst
Institutions
- Gallerie at Potsdamer Platz
- Phillips
- Forbes Asia
Locations
- Berlin
- Germany
- Dubai
- Los Angeles
- Sydney
- Pretoria