Massive Photo Scanning Project Faces Delays as Archive Grows Beyond Expectations
July 22, 2025 – Berlin – A major archival scanning project spearheaded by music historian Jerome Hartmann has hit an unexpected delay due to the sheer volume of material involved. Initially projected to be completed by mid-2025, the initiative now appears to require significantly more time, as Hartmann reveals the number of photographs to be digitized will likely exceed 10,000.
The collection, which focuses on rare and previously unseen images from the iconic electronic music group Tangerine Dream (TD), is being meticulously reviewed and digitized by Hartmann as part of a larger effort to preserve and publish the band’s visual history.
“The scanning project is still progressing, but it’s taking much more time than expected,” Hartmann confirmed in a recent update. “Having reviewed the material again, I will probably need to increase the number of pictures to over 10,000.”
Among the standout images is a photograph taken by Monika in Athens, 1983, capturing the atmosphere on the day a concert stage was being set up for TD. The photo, taken in the afternoon, shows a hazy skyline, which Hartmann notes was a result of the persistent smog that plagued the city at the time. “It’s an evocative shot—more than just a concert memory, it’s a time capsule,” he said.
While the expanded scope has created delays, fans and archivists alike are optimistic that the final product will be well worth the wait. Hartmann plans to make the collection available through an online archive and limited edition print releases, offering a unique glimpse into one of the most influential electronic acts of the 20th century.
As the digitization continues, Hartmann remains committed to preserving every detail of TD’s visual legacy with care and precision.
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