Karin Fisslthaler: Exploring Body, Relationships, and Gender Through Art

Austrian artist Karin Fisslthaler, working across fine art, experimental film, video, and music (as Cherry Sunkist), is currently featured in the group exhibition “Bringing it all back home” at CCA Andratx in Mallorca, Spain, running from April 2nd to June 17th, 2026. Her work delves into the complexities of media representations of the body, human relationships, and gender constructions.

Current and Upcoming Exhibitions

Fisslthaler’s work is on display in several exhibitions throughout 2026:

• “Bringing it all back home”: A group show curated by Francesco Giaveri, opening April 1st, 2026, at CCA Andratx, Kunsthalle 1, Mallorca (ESP).
• “NOT NICE GIRLS! The Female View in Photographies from the SpallArt Collection”: A group show running from February 14th to April 12th, 2026, at Galerie im Alten Rathaus, Prien am Chiemsee (DE).
• “GRAND ART PRIZE OF THE COUNTRY OF SALZBURG 2026”: A group show of nominees (including Georg Bernsteiner, Johanna Binder, Karin Fisslthaler, ALPINE GOTHIC, Michael Mauracher, Ashley Hans Scheirl, Wilhelm Scherübl, Annelies Senfter, Manuel Tozzi, and Kay Walkowiak) from March 6th to April 30th, 2026, at kura-t Kunstraum Traklhaus, Salzburg (AT).
• “MISSED CONNECTIONS”: A solo show opening July 30th, 2026, and running through September 11th, 2026, at periscope, Salzburg (AT).
• “SYAA – Sisterhood of Young Animation Auteurs”: Fisslthaler will participate as a mentor, with a screening and Q&A in collaboration with Animest & Tricky Women, from March 12th to 14th, 2026, in Bucharest (RO).

Featured Works

At CCA Andratx, Fisslthaler is exhibiting her “Times” series and the video work “*WOMEN (Nico)*”. The “Bringing it all back home” exhibition is designed to encourage active engagement, inviting viewers to pause and reflect on the presented works, texts, images, and resonances.

Musical Pursuits: Cherry Sunkist

Beyond her visual art, Fisslthaler also creates music under the name Cherry Sunkist. Her EP, “Cherry Sunkist,” is available on Bandcamp, featuring tracks like “I’ve locked my heart” and “Glass.” Listen to Cherry Sunkist on Bandcamp.

Background and Recognition

Karin Fisslthaler’s work has been showcased in numerous exhibitions and screenings internationally. She was also highlighted as an artist in residence during Fall Open Studios in November 2025. See the Instagram post.

For more information about Karin Fisslthaler, visit her website: https://www.karinfisslthaler.com/