Rupert Hörbst is a multi-talent:
Musician, illustrator, cartoonist and educator. He became known primarily for his humorous caricatures that satirize musicians and music scenes. But Hörbst is more than just a cartoonist. He masterfully understands how to combine art and music and thus introduce children and young people to the world of sounds.
The story in stories:
In his most recent project Hörbst once again demonstrated his artistic versatility. For the book “Mauthausen – The story in G’schichtln“He illustrated historical events with humorous caricatures. This creates a unique reading experience that brings history to life and at the same time makes you smile. The chairman of the local history and museum association at Pragstein Mauthausen Castle, Karl-Heinz Sigl, who is responsible for the easy-to-read content, was also involved This “history book” has created an easy-to-read work that shows history with details that make you smile.I didn’t want to write another hometown book, but rather a book for all age groups that would actually be read and make you smile sometimes” so Sigl.
Music and art as a unit:
Hörbst is convinced that music and art can form a perfect symbiosis. In his musical art projects he visualizes sounds and tones in a creative way. He relies on a mixture of music, theater and visual arts.
Versatility and Creativity:
Whether caricatures, musical stories or children’s projects – Rupert Hörbst is always looking for new challenges. His works are characterized by humor, creativity and a great passion for art.
Mauthausen local history association and artists Hörbst
“I became aware of Rupert a few years ago through his activities and creativity on the beer mats of the cultivators” said Karl-Heinz Sigl, chairman of the local history and museum association at Pragstein Mauthausen Castle. “With his pointed pen he creates a perfect symbiosis between real poetry and pen strokes that make you smile“.
The book is available in the Mauthausen bookstore in Donaupark for €23.00 or in the online shop at www.mauthausentourismus.com and makes an excellent Christmas present!!
