TITLE: Bierpinsel

The Bierpinsel (or beer brush, as it is unofficially known) is a 47-meter-high building built in 1976. It is noted for its futuristic architecture and is part of the pop art movement. The building has been listed as a protected structure since January 2017. Photo taken in Berlin, Germany

A monumental tribute to brutalist architecture, this photograph captures the imposing presence of a concrete giant. Rising starkly against the dark sky, the angular and geometric structure exudes both power and isolation. The deep shadows and dramatic lighting emphasize its raw, unapologetic form, while the precise composition highlights its sculptural quality. This architectural icon, often polarizing in its aesthetic, stands as a testament to a bygone era of bold urban design.

AUTHOR: Martin Wacker (Germany)

I’m Martin Wacker — a visual storyteller with a passion for uncovering the rhythm, structure, and poetry of the built environment. My work often explores the intersection of architecture, abstraction, and human presence, seeking to frame the familiar in unfamiliar ways.

Based in Germany, I approach photography with a background in film and TV production and a deep appreciation for symmetry, texture, and visual tension. Whether I’m capturing the swirl of a spiral staircase, the geometric discipline of modern architecture, or fleeting moments of street life, I’m drawn to compositions that challenge perspective and invite curiosity.

Over the years, my images have been recognized by international juries, featured in exhibitions, and published in global photo magazines. But above all, I’m most fulfilled when my photos spark a pause — a moment of visual discovery for the viewer.

Exhibited in: Athens, Berlin, London, Milan, Paris, Rome, Tokyo, Washington D.C.