Three Branches is for those who seek meaningful engagement and artistic flourishing. Initiated by international artists Ayumi Paul, Ilit Azoulay, and Sam Durant, it sees artists, collectors, and supporters not as separate groups but as collaborators.

In a world where art is often mediated by dealers, advisors, and institutions, Three Branches offers something different: a direct invitation to learn and think alongside them, and to participate in a living exchange.

The story begins in Berlin. In late 2023, Ayumi Paul introduced Sam Durant and Ilit Azoulay, sparking a conversation that soon led the three to share a studio floor in the city's Lichtenberg district. With Moroccan Jewish, Japanese German, and Euro-American roots, and distinct practices across sound, photography, sculpture, and social engagement, they discovered unexpected common ground. Out of these conversations, Three Branches was born—a commitment to open new ways of engaging with art.

Members are part of a dialogue as new projects take shape in the studios. They are invited into a journey of discovery, where the studios become spaces of dialogue and exchange. The process is driven by curiosity and conversation, creating a rare space where knowledge, experience, and artistic practice come together.

The artists curate an exclusive program, ranging from intimate studio events to private exhibition previews and other unique encounters. These experiences are designed to provide rare access and new perspectives on art and its possibilities.

We would be delighted for you to join Three Branches, a vital initiative where art, ideas, and community come together.

Program 2026

18 April 2026

Introduction to Three Branches. A special in-person gathering at the Haubrok Foundation, with behind-the-scenes access to the studios of Ilit Azoulay and Sam Durant. The day concludes with a festive dinner created by Ayumi Paul.

2 May 2026

A zoom lecture and discussion with Ilit Azoulay. She will share her tools for mapping and reading artworks, along with insights into her working process for the upcoming exhibition, 'No Single View', at Villa Stuck Museum.

13 June 2026

In-person presentation of Ayumi Paul's new project 'FischMond' at Haus am Waldsee, Berlin.

September 2026 (date TBA)

A discussion with Sam Durant on the historical contexts that shape and influence his artistic practice, opening onto a dialogue about his work currently in development.

November 2026 (date TBA)

Edition launch and gathering to celebrate the first year of Three Branches and the presentation of the special editions.

Membership Benefits

Individual: €3,800 / year
Couple: €4,800 / year

Includes:

• Access to the yearly program of studio visits, previews, and members-only events
• First right for Three Branches members to purchase editions from the artists with discounted rate
• Special discount on additional artwork acquisitions
• Credit line as a Three Branches Supporter in exhibition leaflets, publications, and other project materials

Write us an email to become a member