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Joseph Macke (b. 1993) is a contemporary German-born artist and lawyer whose multidisciplinary practice incorporates poetry, painting, drawing, and installations as the foundation of his conceptual works. Currently based between Allgäu and Berlin, Macke approaches art as a medium to explore themes of freedom, human connection, and sensory experience.

  

The search for freedom is a central theme in Macke’s work as both a lawyer and an artist. He believes that freedom represents the very essence of human existence -  a natural state where individuals are independent and limited only by basic survival needs. A belief that is a fundamental part of both his art and philosophy. 

Influenced by his background in law, Macke’s work continually questions boundaries: How freedom can be redefined within society and how modern individuals navigate self-imposed limitations shaped by societal pressures. His projects revolve around themes such as authorship, space, and collective participation, subtly blurring the lines between creator, observer, and participant. In Macke’s works viewers are often not passive observers but serve as active participants, engaging directly with the creative process. 

For Macke, space is shaped by definition and those who define it, raising the question: who holds the power to define it? Spatial design acts as a path to democratization, as Macke challenges traditional notions of authorship and turns them upside down. The process behind the final outcome is significant in Macke’s works, focusing on creation rather than just the final product.