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opening reception
The ceremonial opening of an art exhibition, often taking place on the evening before it opens to the general public and attended by artists, critics, and invited guests.
Wir sind heute Abend zur Vernissage der neuen Fotoausstellung im Museum eingeladen.
We are invited to the opening reception of the new photography exhibition at the museum this evening.
'Vernissage' (opening reception) is a loanword from French and comes from 'vernir' (to varnish). In the past, shortly before the opening of an exhibition, artists applied the final layer of varnish (the 'Firnis') to their paintings. This event became the term for the entire opening celebration.
Der Firnis schützt das Gemälde und lässt die Farben leuchten.
The varnish protects the painting and makes the colors shine.
Around this event, people use verbs such as 'zu einer Vernissage einladen' (to invite someone to an opening reception), 'auf eine Vernissage gehen' (to go to an opening reception), or 'an einer Vernissage teilnehmen' (to attend an opening reception). The event itself 'findet statt' (takes place).
Die Künstlerin hat mich persönlich zu ihrer Vernissage eingeladen.
The artist personally invited me to her opening reception.
A 'Vernissage' (opening reception) is a social event in the field of art and culture. Unlike a normal museum visit, it is a ceremonial opening at which the artist, critics, and invited guests are often present.
Auf der Vernissage hatte ich die Gelegenheit, mit dem Künstler über seine Werke zu sprechen.
At the opening reception, I had the opportunity to speak with the artist about his works.
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For an art exhibition, Eröffnung and Vernissage can both refer to the start for visitors and guests. Eröffnung is the general term for the beginning, while Vernissage specifically means the ceremonial event, often held on the evening before the exhibition opens to the general public. Eröffnung fits the general opening; Vernissage fits this reception.
Zur Vernissage der Ausstellung am Samstagabend sind vor allem Künstler und geladene Gäste eingeladen.
The exhibition's opening reception on Saturday evening is mainly attended by artists and invited guests.
Die Eröffnung der Ausstellung ist am Sonntag für alle Besucher geöffnet.
The exhibition opens to all visitors on Sunday.
