Der Blaue Reiter Almanac

The Der Blaue Reiter Almanac, published in 1912, was a collaborative art publication by German Expressionist artists like Wassily Kandinsky and Franz Marc. It aimed to showcase innovative, spiritual, and emotional approaches to art, emphasizing abstraction and symbolism. The almanac included essays, illustrations, and ideas that challenged traditional artistic standards, encouraging artists to explore inner feelings and spirituality. It became a key document for the Expressionist movement, fostering a shared vision of art as a means to express deeper truths beyond realistic representation.