Obihiro Lightmachine (2002) Wolfgang Winter and Berthold Horbelt are known as eccentric artists who have built a graceful pavilion by using many plastic beverage cases. This structure has been built like a tube which creates a tunnel of light. Flower Power Waiting Room (2002) Wolfgang Winter and Berthold Horbelt are known as eccentric artists who have built a graceful pavilion by using many plastic beverage cases. This pavilion will be used as a waiting room for the bus which runs from the station to the horse race track, the main Demeter Exhibit.

Born in Offenbach, Germany in 1960 Lives in Germany Berthold Hoerbelt Born in Coesfeld in Germany Lives in Germany This artist unit is known for their architectural structures made of plastic beverage cases. The spaces they create allow every small invader, such as light and wind, to come through the walls with many holes. The structures do not have the functions of contemporary architecture. They are rather environmental creations: open, light and attractive domains. 2000 Art Chicago 2000(Chicago, US) 1999 Venice Biennale(Venice, Italy) 1997 Sculpture. Projects in Munster(Munster, Germany)

Winter & Hoerbert's first experience of Japan started in Obihiro. After leaving from Frankfurt to Tokyo, then to Hokkaido, their schedule was packed everyday, but they were very energetic. Being Germans who love beer, they never missed a party at night. They visited the racetrack three times, and said, "we have to walk from Obihiro Station to the racetrack to think of the appropriate site for installing our works." As they had earlier studied sculpture, they have strong opinions in the form of artwork in the surrounding landscape. While joking and laughing, they stopped with serious looks in their eyes and checked out the sites. Without any words, they have perfect teamwork and also entertain others around them. Even while laughing with them all the time during their stay, at the end of the trip there was a complete plan for their work. When did they come up with their ideas? They must have not only talents but also guardian angels who help them with their work.