Ursula Schulz-Dornburg

This retrospective monograph was published in 2002 by the Institut Valencià d'Art Modern (IVAM) to accompany an exhibition of the German photographer Ursula Schulz-Dornburg. The volume serves as a comprehensive overview of her work, documenting her long-standing interest in the intersection of architecture, landscape, and human civilization across regions such as the Middle East, the Caucasus, and the ruins of Mesopotamian history. It highlights her methodical approach to capturing structures that are often abandoned or in states of architectural transition, reflecting her background in both photography and documentary filmmaking.

The publication design emphasizes the minimalist and structural nature of Schulz-Dornburg’s compositions. As an artist, she is widely recognized for her patient, series-based approach, often revisiting sites over several years to observe how environment and time alter the man-made landscape. The book was received by the academic and art communities as a vital record of her 'silent' landscapes, solidifying her reputation as a chronicler of geopolitical history seen through the lens of architectural fragility and endurance.