Since 1990, over 200 people have died due to right-wing violence in Germany—200 fates that often disappear from our collective memory.»Rechtes Land« documents the crime scenes of these heinous acts, confronting the persistent presence of right-wing extremism in the country and creating a hitherto unique visual catalogue in the process. In large-format photographs, these empty stages are captured in their eerie banality and are paired with texts that restore the victims’ stories. This growing archive serves as an urgent index of right-wing extremist violence, challenging us to remember, reflect, and resist.

In 2025, the far-right AfD emerged as Germany’s second-strongest party. Right-wing ideas and violence are once again permeating society. If photography has a vital role, it is indeed to make sure we remember all those whose lives are wrecked by intolerance, hatred, and violence.

Looking into the future means confronting thepast — let us stand together against hate.

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Julius Schien is In his work,primarily looking for answers to the question of what it means to confront Germany’s political legacy and the country’s right-wing continuity. In doing so, he aims to highlight long-forgotten stories of right-wing violence that lie beneath the surface of everyday life in seemingly sombre landscape and and city portraits. His works are created on analogue large format.