Ciao is an interactive sculpture that was presented during the Covid-19 pandemic at Rewe Premium in Munich. As artists, it was important to us to emphasize the significance of art, especially since, during this time, all museums were closed despite low visitor numbers relative to the size of the spaces, while all stores remained open.

Visitors now experienced the works of 20 different artists during their routine shopping, with their works seamlessly integrating between olive jars and bread, providing a brief moment of surprise and breaking the usual visual habits.

The work Ciao was created in collaboration with Lara Koch and aimed to invite playful interaction among customers in the store, particularly during a time when interpersonal communication was minimized.

The supermarket serves as an interface between anonymity and very personal taste. Guided by the product assortment, we try to complete our shopping quickly. But where is the time for a brief moment of pause and to perceive our surroundings?

How about a change of perspective? Would you like to break away from the seriousness of everyday life or be inspired and meet interesting people across the shelves?

Ciao is a communication funnel that allows for a connection between a shelving unit. Even if it's just a fleeting glance through, encountering an unfamiliar face on the other side.

Each funnel was individually designed by both of us, symbolizing the communication between us as artists.