Ukraine: 50 symbols of resistance. A book about personalities, events and even memes of our struggle

This book tells 50 stories. Each of them touched the whole country of Ukraine. Some boosted morale, others provided entertainment even in the toughest days. Many shocked the whole world with their tragedy. Ukraine: 50 symbols of resistance takes a close look at the important images, events, personalities, and even memes that emerged from this war. The book was published in Ukrainian and English with 50 unique illustrations by Mari Kinovych. All money from sales goes to charity.

Unbreakable heart of home

The most difficult period since the beginning of the full-scale invasion was to leave my hometown. Many of my fellow citizens are experiencing this now, and it hurts us. These illustrations are the iconic places of my home, which for me, for the residents of Kharkiv and all Ukrainians become symbols of the invincibility of our country. Kharkiv, I love you infinitely, you are my heart and soul.

Eve

Drawing for me is freedom of expression. Nothing extra – no bunch of materials, tools, frames and paints – just a pen, paper and you. Anywhere and anytime. In drawing, I can go with the flow, putting aside the planning and preparatory work. It’s like singing, only with your hands.

Werkbundarchiv—Museum der Dinge

The Werkbundarchiv – Museum der Dinge (“Museum of Things”) has to say “goodbye Kreuzberg,” the location where the museum has been firmly rooted for 17 years. The reason is the termination of the museum’s premises by an anonymous real estate fund.

The museum will remain open at Oranienstraße 25 until November 5th, 2023. You can support them with your visit during the last 10 weeks!

They warmly invite you to their exhibitions, events, guided tours, and workshops at their Kreuzberg location. The forced departure serves as an opportunity for the museum to focus on the topic of urban development, among other things.

Werkbundarchiv—Museum der Dinge

Find more information here.

 

Freedom Tower

Freedom Tower game will be an experience of the worlds and armour colliding into the chaos of uncertainty and loss. The story will ignite your spirit to question if your morals are enough to choose the right side of history, or your name will become just a whisper on the mage’s lips.
The art of the Freedom Tower game will draw you to the edge between fantasy and your heritage. In the maze of the Old Tower and streets of the Capital, you are destined to find what is worth fighting for and forge

Clear Sky

Clear Sky is an illustrative composition that depicts a scene of tranquility and peace in the symbolic palette of the sky and fields, mirroring the flag of Ukraine. The author aimed to visualize the harmony and authentic tenderness of the country through her personal perspective, printed on risograph.

Druck und Design Konferenz

The wait is over: On October 17th, 2023, the Druck und Design Konferenz (Print and Design Conference) will take place in Munich and promises to be a highlight in this year’s event calendar.

The Druck und Design Konferenz is organized every two years by the Association for Print and Media in Bavaria (VDMB) in collaboration with the Grafikmagazin team. The focus is on a passion for paper and outstanding print products, the concerns and challenges of the printing and media industry, and an optimistic outlook on the future of the communications sector.

This year, the conference explores the question of why, in the age of data-driven products and workplaces, creativity and print play a significant and forward-looking role. Why is it so important to translate data into the real and tangible world? And how can the new collaboration between printers, designers, and print buyers succeed? In the inspiring setting of the new event location, Die Macherei, high-profile keynote speakers will address the topic from various perspectives. In practical work panels with recognized experts, we prioritize knowledge transfer. In the attractive exhibition area, you can expect numerous partners with paper innovations, high-quality print enhancements, and astonishing print projects.

Get ready for inspiring guests!

  • Dominik Wichmann (Looping Group)
  • Kristin Janoschka (Peter Schmidt Group)
  • Magnus Gebauer (MedienNetzwerk Bayern)
  • Lorenz Boegli


Druck und Design Konferenz 

Where?
Die Macherei München
Levelingstraße 2
81673 München
Germany

When?
Tuesday, October 17th, 2023
9:30am until 5:30pm

Further information here.

Work – Art / Work – Hard

The basic idea is that any work in any field of human activity, requires immersion in the process to get the result. In addition, it is very important to approach this creatively, resulting in something really interesting and even revolutionary. Jiu-jitsu is a very clear example and tool for this practice. This discipline is able to change, educate and enrich the student’s personality with interesting habits.

People of Ukraine

This illustration is about the people of Ukraine, who are so brave, inventive, freedom-loving and unbreakable!
Since the war started there’s been a lot of pain, despair, and tears but there are also wonderful and inspiring stories about brave people that lift spirits and unite Ukrainians even more. All over the Tree of Life, which is a main element of the illustration, and protected by united Ukrainians standing shoulder to shoulder at the base of it, there are characters from these stories.

Kherson

after the Russian army blew up the dam in Nova Kakhovka, the city of Kherson sank under water. This terrorist act became the biggest man-made catastrophe in recent decades. I couldn’t stay away and made this minimalistic poster to get attention from the design community.