Layr Wuestenhagen originally opened in 2002 as a project space for emerging artists by two gallerists, Emanuel Layr and Thomas Wüstenhagen. After initial success and a hunger for larger projects, the gallery moved to a larger space, which now includes viewing galleries, offices and additional project spaces.

In March 2011 the gallery was reestablished under the directorship of Emanuel Layr, with a focus toward solo exhibitions occasionally punctuated by broadly scoped group shows. Since then the gallery’s eye for emerging talent has helped to support numerous young artists.

With a penchant for cutting edge contemporary art, Galerie Mezzanin exhibits work that showcases trends in contemporary art. Representing European and American artists, the gallery often hosts elaborate installations and over-the-top sculptural works.

Opened in 1997, the gallery has regularly taken curatorial risks, even creating large-scale installations at temporary art fairs. With a solid balance of exhibitions of both represented artists and group shows with outside artists, Mezzanin is a hot spot for visually stimulating and challenging art.