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ART MARKET BUDAPEST 2023
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ART MARKET BUDAPEST 2023

It is only a few days to go until Art Market Budapest, Central and Eastern Europe’s largest international contemporary art fair will open its gates for the 13th occasion on October 19, 2023. Over 100 exhibitors arriving from nearly 30 countries, tens of thousands of international visitors, over 50
Hungary’s first immersive digital art exhibition space opens
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Hungary’s first immersive digital art exhibition space opens

The exhibition of Cinema Mystica, Hungary’s first immersive digital art team, is a sensory journey through 21 unique installations in the iconic location of the Hungarian capital. Last year, Kristály Theater on Margaret Island hosted a special exhibition by Cinema Mystica, and now the Párisi Passage will welcome visitors
Havens of high art in the Bakony-Balaton region (x)
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Havens of high art in the Bakony-Balaton region (x)

With the collaboration of local creative communities, educational programs, and at times world-famous guest artists, the Veszprém-Balaton 2023 European Capital of Culture event’s flagship regional arts program, the Kultháló, takes place at eleven locations, referred to as ‘bases’. The aim of the program is to make the Bakony-Balaton region
Prague Quadrennial opens today
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Prague Quadrennial opens today

Between 8 and 18 June, the event will showcase over three hundred works by more than a hundred artists. Since 1967, the Prague Quadrennial has been showcasing the best works of scenography, with an emphasis on the autonomy of the art form. This year, the main venue will be the
This is what Kyiv looks like captured on a Game Boy
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This is what Kyiv looks like captured on a Game Boy

Ukrainian photographer and musician Oleg Drofa evokes the pixelated aesthetic of the 1990s in his series of photographs of Kyiv. “I really wanted to see it in a special way, in my own way, and to capture some of the most prominent historical spots. Therefore, I decided to experiment and
Regional exhibition overview | Summer 2023
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Regional exhibition overview | Summer 2023

Stories of cities, female artists, environmental impact, glass, metal, and textile design—we show you which exhibitions to see this summer, showcasing the work of Central and Eastern European artists from across the region. Art in the Age of the Anthropocene Is art possible and needed during an environmental crisis?
Discover the very best murals in Warsaw
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Discover the very best murals in Warsaw

The large murals feature animals and people, as well as funny and serious topics. The murals include an image that was painted in a day, composed of several thousand tangled strands merging to form a bird perched on a cobra, one that depics statuesque figures of classical art in direct
Mythology and history made from honey
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Mythology and history made from honey

Tomáš Libertíny is known for creating intricate honeycomb sculptures that reference mythology and history. For his latest work, the Rotterdam-based artist drew inspiration from the New Testament. The collection of human skull-like sculptures that explore the theme of ‘sacrifice’ and ‘life of service’ in the context of love. Three different
We are creating something truly lasting | Színes falu, színes ház program in Zánka starts
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We are creating something truly lasting | Színes falu, színes ház program in Zánka starts

Street art on a stone fence in Zánka, a contemporary painting on a house wall, colors and melodies in pairs, DJ Q-cee’s set in a house yard, the most exciting underground pop artists in Hungary, and a concert of the local children’s choir in a renovated barn; a
Trigger warning—Interview with Eszter Magyar, makeup artist and creator of Makeupbrutalism
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Trigger warning—Interview with Eszter Magyar, makeup artist and creator of Makeupbrutalism

It almost hurts to look, but we can’t take our eyes off them: the pictures of Eszter Magyar, makeup artist of the Instagram page Makeupbrutalism, have traveled the world while turning traditional aesthetics upside down. Although she received a lot of criticism online, she has worked with brands such
The Kunsthalle Praha Collection: 50 Highlights
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The Kunsthalle Praha Collection: 50 Highlights

Through fifty selected works of art, this book presents the first closer look at the collection of Kunsthalle Praha. The mission of Kunsthalle Praha is to “connect the Czech and the international art scenes, to present innovative perspectives on the art and culture of the twentieth and twenty-first century”. To
Mythical spirits and being at home around the world—interview with jewelry designer Elvira Golombosi
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Mythical spirits and being at home around the world—interview with jewelry designer Elvira Golombosi

Elvira Golombosi spent the first seven years of her life in the southwestern corner of Ukraine, in Transcarpathia. Embraced by the Carpathian Mountains, this region is a quite unique in that it borders Slovakia, Poland, Hungary, and Romania, making it a melting pot of different cultures and influences. As a
Images of reality and works of imagination | Regional exhibition overview | Spring 2023
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Images of reality and works of imagination | Regional exhibition overview | Spring 2023

Latvian still lifes, groundbreaking Polish sculpture, and Czech press photography—here are the exhibitions to see this spring, showcasing artwork from Central and Eastern Europe in the region and beyond. Re-encounter: The Art Collection of Yakov Rubinstein Warsaw-born Yakov Rubinstein (1900-1983) was one of the earliest Soviet art collectors. Although
Folk traditions revived | The Slovak Party21art
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Folk traditions revived | The Slovak Party21art

The Party in the 21st Century team has created a unique cultural asset in Slovakia. The team for this extraordinary project consists of photographers Ľubomír Sabo and Zuzana Sénášiová, ethnologist Katarína Sabová, two talented painters Sarah Avni and Ivana Mintálová, and face painters Andrea Ľubocká and Patrik Rago. Their aim
The algorithm of design—Interview with Adél Kovács
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The algorithm of design—Interview with Adél Kovács

We have talked to fashion designer Adél Kovács before, and you could meet her already in the columns of Hype&Hyper when we interviewed NUBU in our artist duo series. After 8 years of collaboration with the brand, the designer of the 2020 Olympics formalwear was looking for new challenges,
These were the stars of the global and regional art market in 2022

These were the stars of the global and regional art market in 2022

Auction houses had a busy year in 2022, with the world’s financial difficulties not yet showing up in art sales, and record sales in the region and around the world. Although the global economy took a big hit last year, this was not reflected in art sales: a growing
Old canteen transformed into art center in Bulgaria
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Old canteen transformed into art center in Bulgaria

The recently renovated Art Centre Vihrony is located in the center of Dolno Kamartsi village, on the edge of the Balkan Mountains, forty kilometers from the Bulgarian capital. Bulgarian architecture office Vision consulting has been working for almost three years to rebuild the former school cafeteria. Originally built in the
Ukrainian artist creates glass mandala in a Polish Jewish cemetery
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Ukrainian artist creates glass mandala in a Polish Jewish cemetery

Ruslan Kolmykov used small, broken pieces of mirrors to create his work, Source, for the Jewish cemetery in the Polish town of Kalisz. The work aims to promote good relations between the local Jewish, Polish, and Ukrainian communities. Kolmykov fled to Poland after the invasion of Ukraine, and his message
The guy who completely redefined the concept of contemporary art | Interview with Szabolcs Bozó
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The guy who completely redefined the concept of contemporary art | Interview with Szabolcs Bozó

He is only thirty years old and his paintings are already known throughout the art world. In the last two years, his work has been exhibited in cities such as Beijing, New York, Madrid, Miami, Paris, and Stockholm. Yet until now, few people in Hungary have heard of Szabolcs Bozó’
Prague’s old-new tourist attraction: the Book Tower
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Prague’s old-new tourist attraction: the Book Tower

It was through TikTok videos that Matěj Krén’s Idiom, in the Municipal Library of Prague, became famous. The Czech capital’s old-new tourist attraction has been around for twenty-five years. The circular structure of eight thousand books was created by Slovak artist Matěj Krén in 1998 to mark the
UBiennale presents Ukrainian artworks this December
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UBiennale presents Ukrainian artworks this December

The first Ukrainian Biennale of Digital and Media Art was organized in 2021. Despite the blackouts, this year’s event in Kyiv, Lviv and Uzhhorod will showcase works by Ukrainian and international artists that were featured last year. The first UBiennale presented more than fifty works by artists from fifteen
Pathways in the universe | Exhibitions in Novi Sad
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Pathways in the universe | Exhibitions in Novi Sad

In 2022, Novi Sad will be one of the holders of the European Capital of Culture title, and although the end of the year is quickly approaching, there are still plenty of activities going on, so it is well worth a visit to Serbia’s second-largest city. This time, we
The iconic works of Yayoi Kusama are exhibited in Qatar
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The iconic works of Yayoi Kusama are exhibited in Qatar

The Qatar Museums institution in Doha announced the launch of My Soul Blooms Forever, a major outdoor exhibition showcasing the works of renowned Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. The exhibition, sponsored by Louis Vuitton, focuses on the artist’s fascination with the natural world. The sculptural installations of giant plants and
The exclusivity of Prague’s fragrance—Pigmentarium
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The exclusivity of Prague’s fragrance—Pigmentarium

All our senses reveal a wonderful world to us. How interesting that olfaction, without touch or sight, can take us to the universe of memories in a second. Fragrances are sublime and can awaken our most instinctive desires, and this is exactly what one of the most exciting Czech perfume
Banksy graffitied a partially wrecked building in Ukraine
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Banksy graffitied a partially wrecked building in Ukraine

The figure of a woman standing on her hands on the ruins is painted on the wall of a badly damaged house in Borodyanka. The world’s most famous street artist, Banksy’s work typically carries socio-political messages, and his choice of location is also of significance. Although he works
Ólafur Eliasson has built spectacular installations in the Qatari desert

Ólafur Eliasson has built spectacular installations in the Qatari desert

The upcoming football World Cup is not the only reason to visit Qatar, as Ólafur Eliasson, known for his grandiose artworks, has also tapped into the desert’s potential. With the eyes of millions set on the country for the football World Cup taking place between 20 November and 18
Memories and images—portraits of Eastern European artists at the Verzió Film Festival
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Memories and images—portraits of Eastern European artists at the Verzió Film Festival

The 19th Verzió International Human Rights Documentary Film Festival will once again feature a number of poignant and inspiring stories. We now recommend four films that present major Eastern European artists. Fragile Memory Leonid Burlaka was a renowned Soviet cinematographer working at the Odessa Film Studios and on films such
“I try to tell stories with my objects” | Czech glass artist Johan Pertl
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“I try to tell stories with my objects” | Czech glass artist Johan Pertl

Nature, philosophy, and functionality are sensitively intertwined in Johan Pertl’s glass objects. The Czech glass artist shapes all his works by hand while operating with the tools of monumentality and unexpected elements. The resulting objects combine art, design, and architecture. Johan Pertl was born and raised in Vysočina, one
Art and function—the award-winning concept by Robert Majkut Design

Art and function—the award-winning concept by Robert Majkut Design

Founded in 1996, Robert Majkut Design is a creative studio that has evolved from simple architectural, graphic, and product design and branding assignments to the realization of larger architectural projects. Many innovative ideas are associated with the studio, which produces high-quality work with a distinctive aesthetic sensibility that can be
Asterisk*—the intersection of art, craft, and gastronomy | Interview with Ágnes Fazakas
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Asterisk*—the intersection of art, craft, and gastronomy | Interview with Ágnes Fazakas

Asterisk, The live in Gallery, an art gallery, bistro, and bar, has recently opened in downtown Budapest. Visitors will definitely be charmed by the unique design, the original solutions, and, of course, the artwork. Where did the idea come from? What pieces of art is the interior based around? What
Serbia—the bridge of art between Southeast and Western Europe
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Serbia—the bridge of art between Southeast and Western Europe

Last weekend, Hungary was again the art center of Central and Eastern Europe for a few days: at the Art Market Budapest, exhibitors from four continents gathered in the Bálna on the Danube. The guest of honor was Serbia, whose contemporary art scene was presented by exhibitors and panel discussions.
Rembrandt’s art comes to life in Krakow—an exceptional installation by NARchitekTURA
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Rembrandt’s art comes to life in Krakow—an exceptional installation by NARchitekTURA

The NARchitekTURA team has surprised art lovers with another unique installation: after the Renaissance collection exhibited in the summer, and Botticelli’s The Story of Virginia, we can once again see a masterpiece from the past in an unusual context. This time, Rembrandt’s truly exceptional painting The Polish Rider
Enclosing music in form
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Enclosing music in form

The pieces of Sapi Szilágyi’s latest collection, BUDAI SMUKK, become wearable thoughts—the exceptional, vitreous enamel jewelry pieces were inspired by the songs of the band Ivan & The Parazol’s latest album, BUDAI POP. The photos of the collection, which debuted at the Budapest Jewelry Week, were taken in
Lana Del Rey, Eastern Europe’s Pop Queen
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Lana Del Rey, Eastern Europe’s Pop Queen

According to a recently published map, Lana Del Rey is the most streamed pop-girl in seven countries in Eastern Europe. What could be the reason for the American star’s success in the region, known for her melancholic songs? That’s what Rolling Stone magazine sought to find out. Earlier
Building on art | INSIDE ART
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Building on art | INSIDE ART

As a traditional side event of Art Market Budapest, Central and Eastern Europe’s leading international art fair, which will take place at the Bálna Budapest between 6 and 9 October this year, INSIDE ART, one of Europe’s most prestigious international art industry conferences, will be held on 7
Design cavalcade among the ferns | Mateusz Baumiller
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Design cavalcade among the ferns | Mateusz Baumiller

A design crash course combined with relaxation—the Masurian Lake District in Poland is one of the most beautiful places to visit in the region, thanks to its unique natural features. Hundreds of lakes, idyllic greenery, and the close proximity to wilderness make it the perfect place to relax, but
A Ukrainian photography magazine revives the reality of the 90s
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A Ukrainian photography magazine revives the reality of the 90s

SALIUT is a contemporary photography magazine that serves as a platform for emerging and renowned Ukrainian artists. The second issue of the magazine was published this summer, and just like the first, the cover featured two controversial photos. While the first issue was based around female photographers, this one focuses
Art Market Budapest opens with exhibitors from four continents
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Art Market Budapest opens with exhibitors from four continents

Art Market Budapest, the most important art fair in the Central and Eastern European region, welcomes visitors between 6 and 9 October. This year’s guest of honor will be Serbia. After the difficulties caused by the pandemic, Art Market Budapest is back in full power with more than 16
“The past is there to be told”—Svetlana Alexievich in Budapest
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“The past is there to be told”—Svetlana Alexievich in Budapest

Nobel Prize-winning author Svetlana Alexievich was the guest of honor at the 27th International Book Festival Budapest in Hungary and received the Budapest Grand Prize from the Mayor of Budapest. The International Book Festival Budapest, held at the Millenáris, was opened by one of Hungary’s best-known writers, Krisztina Tóth,
The contours of time | GRAFFITI, an album by László Lugo Lugosi
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The contours of time | GRAFFITI, an album by László Lugo Lugosi

Short messages, unusual typography, amorphous figures, and boundless imagination—that’s graffiti, or “urban folk art” as photographer László Lugo Lugosi called it. GRAFFITI. Read the Signs is a posthumous album of one of the last series of photographs by this important figure of Hungarian photography. “Essentially, I want to
Interactive show at the BME Researchers’ Night
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Interactive show at the BME Researchers’ Night

BME (Budapest University of Technology and Economics) has launched its artist-in-residence program this spring. On September the 30th, at the Researchers’ Night, the two artists in residence, Ádám Boruzs, and Olga Kocsi will present their work featuring robots and camera-based time-lapse. Using robotics, artist Ádám Boruzs will focus on the
Borderline Case—East-Central European identity in the work of young artists
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Borderline Case—East-Central European identity in the work of young artists

The new exhibition at the Budapest Gallery explores the question of East-Central European identity through the work of young artists born around the time of the regime change, thus for whom it is not necessarily a privileged point of reference. Earlier this year, the MODEM in Debrecen hosted an exhibition
The woman built from fragments—Orshi Drozdik’s exhibition in Budapest
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The woman built from fragments—Orshi Drozdik’s exhibition in Budapest

What role do women have in science and arts? Challenging patriarchal traditions, Orshi Drozdik asks this question in her latest exhibition at the Mai Manó House in Budapest. Photography, literature, feminism, performance art, sculpture, painting, drawing, installation, video: 20 years of Orshi Drozdik’s multifaceted creative world is on display
In and out of focus—photos of the Hungarian edgelands
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In and out of focus—photos of the Hungarian edgelands

Who and how do people live in areas far from the cities? Photographers Marcell Piti and Dániel Halász focused their eyes and cameras on landscapes far from the centers and out of focus: they documented the locales, people, and objects of the edgelands. Now we can take a look at
Five must-read contemporary Slovak books
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Five must-read contemporary Slovak books

The International Book Festival Budapest, which takes place between 29 September and 2 October, focuses on the literature of a selected country each year, alongside the latest Hungarian releases. This time the guest is Slovakia, so here are five books to look out for! Pavel Vilikovský: The Story of a
Young Hungarian talents at the Vienna Design Week | Veszprém-Balaton 2023 x METU
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Young Hungarian talents at the Vienna Design Week | Veszprém-Balaton 2023 x METU

Sustainable social and ecological solutions in a web of local and international connections—the organizers of Vienna Design Week 2022 have yet again made the triad of objects-spaces-services in social design one of their top priorities. The link between design and society can be very diverse, which is demonstrated by
Application and exhibition opportunity: DECODE Award is back
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Application and exhibition opportunity: DECODE Award is back

The DECODE Award 2022 invites applications from young architects, visual and applied artists, with the aim of strengthening the links between the co-arts and raising awareness of the importance of works that are built on the concept of a philosophical idea and creating value. BORD Architectural Studio is launching the
Slaughterhouse transformed into cultural center and contemporary art gallery
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Slaughterhouse transformed into cultural center and contemporary art gallery

The 19th-century slaughterhouse in the center of Ostrava, Czech Republic, has been transformed into an unconventional cultural center, which is now home to the Plato City Gallery of Contemporary Art., among others The transformation was carried out by the renowned Polish architect Robert Konieczny and his architectural studio, KWK Promes,
Shades of the grotesque—this is how a Dutch photographer saw Budapest in the ’80s
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Shades of the grotesque—this is how a Dutch photographer saw Budapest in the ’80s

Men clinging to window grates and crawling on sidewalks, broken cars and bent lampposts, twisted postures, and surreal situations. Photographs of the Dutch Hans van der Meer of Budapest in the 1980s, some of which have never been seen before, have now returned to the Hungarian capital. Hans van der
Brad Pitt makes debut as a sculptor in a Tampere museum
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Brad Pitt makes debut as a sculptor in a Tampere museum

His fans might not have been aware of the sculptor ambitions of the actor/legend, but Brad Pitt’s works immediately made it to a museum. In the Art Museum in Tampere, Finland, Pitt exhibits with Nick Cave among others. The latest exhibition of the Sara Hildén Art Museum in
Contemporary arts and artists in downtown Budapest
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Contemporary arts and artists in downtown Budapest

Fortunately, there are many contemporary art exhibitions in Budapest, but walking through the streets, you rarely think that many great visual artists live in these houses. Belvárosi Művészeti Napok (Downtown Art Days—the Transl.) draws our attention to this by giving artists from the 5th district the opportunity to present
S/ALON BUDAPEST focuses on Hungarian glass this year
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S/ALON BUDAPEST focuses on Hungarian glass this year

S/ALON BUDAPEST interior design fair awaits visitors between 23 and 25 September 2022 in Budapest—the event, brought to you by the cooperation of 136 professional partners and world brands, focuses on Hungarian glass this time. The organizers of the International Year of Glass 2022 and S/ALON, together
A specter is haunting Europe—Catwalk Concert Productions & Soharóza: Keleti blokk
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A specter is haunting Europe—Catwalk Concert Productions & Soharóza: Keleti blokk

Sohróza’s most recent performance, Keleti blokk (Eastern Bloc), staged in Trafó theater in Budapest, infuses the future with the aesthetics and souvenirs of the Visegrad Four’s communist past. It is based on the reverse of dystopian reminiscing and is accompanied by hilarious humor. Another catwalk concert by the
From a  sacred space to a concert hall—The rebirth of a church interior
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From a sacred space to a concert hall—The rebirth of a church interior

Music is an essential part of religious liturgies—the majestic, almost heavenly sound of the organ is a striking interruption to the scenes of worship, but how can other musical tools fit into this setting alongside the Queen of Instruments? The Church of St. Anne in České Budějovice in the
Diversity of socialism depicted in Maria Švarbová’s new photo series
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Diversity of socialism depicted in Maria Švarbová’s new photo series

Slovak photographer Maria Švarbová is a master at romanticizing the post-Soviet milieu: the aesthetics of our Eastern heritage subtly dominates her whole artwork, while the bittersweet atmosphere in her pictures flies us to a utopian world. A perspective vision and the co-existence of diversity are both present in her latest
viennacontemporary opens with exhibitors from Central and Eastern Europe
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viennacontemporary opens with exhibitors from Central and Eastern Europe

Today marks the start of viennacontemporary, one of the most prestigious contemporary art fairs of the Central and Eastern European region, where nearly seventy galleries will be featuring their artists. Every year, viennacontemporary is one of the most important events for Hungarian galleries. This is because while Central and Eastern
One day with Martin Žák in Prague
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One day with Martin Žák in Prague

On one of the first days of summer this year, the rays of light shining down on Prague’s Old Town make for a beautiful sight. Only a few kilometers away, stands a large house next to the Klučov train station, which was once a classic Czech restaurant—but is
Culture gives freedom - Sziget Festival 2022
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Culture gives freedom - Sziget Festival 2022

Sziget—The Island of Freedom, where anything can happen. A place where you can live in the moment without any restraints, put on your most daring outfit without the scrutiny of judging eyes, or have a wild evening wearing jeans and no make-up. But that’s not the only reason
A series of art events to arrive in Prague: SUMO
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A series of art events to arrive in Prague: SUMO

SUMO Prague is a meeting place for international galleries, artists, curators, collectors, and art journalists in the Czech capital. Now in its third edition, the event will be open from the 1st of September to the 14th of October this year. The event, which will showcase current trends in contemporary
Hundreds of artworks available at great prices in two Budapest galleries
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Hundreds of artworks available at great prices in two Budapest galleries

Between September 1 and 23, the Virág Judit Gallery and the Bodó Gallery and Auction House will be hosting an unusual exhibition and fair. More than 600 works by painter and graphic artist Miklós Németh will be on sale, giving visitors the chance to decorate their walls with contemporary paintings
“Capturing the world’s vibrations”—Our interview with the artist and the curator exhibiting at the Hungarian pavilion at the 59th Venice Biennale
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“Capturing the world’s vibrations”—Our interview with the artist and the curator exhibiting at the Hungarian pavilion at the 59th Venice Biennale

The professional duo of artist Zsófia Keresztes and curator Mónika Zsikla is energetic, friendly and very competent. With their exhibition titled “After Dreams: I Dare to Defy the Damage”, they became the first female artist-curator duo to attend and show in the Hungarian pavilion of Venice Biennale*. The statues covered
Ceramics inspired by ancient artistic shapes | Hana Karim
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Ceramics inspired by ancient artistic shapes | Hana Karim

Hana Karim’s passion for ceramics comes from the fact that she grew up in an artist family: his father is a painter and colorist, and her mother’s a ceramist, as well. Although she used to rebel against family patterns, Hana, who originally graduated as an art teacher, was
“Every passing takes us back to a beginning” | Photo series on Baranja, Croatia
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“Every passing takes us back to a beginning” | Photo series on Baranja, Croatia

Tomislav Marcijuš is an internationally renowned photographer living in Osijek, Croatia. He started experimenting with film and analog camera after graduating from architecture school, this is how his passion became his profession, and later the Marcijuš Studio brand. Working with a documentary and artistic approach, the photographer told us about
Twisted #3—Disgusting
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Twisted #3—Disgusting

Our series on our twisted food experiences has reached a new chapter, as we use photographs to recall different sensations associated with certain foods. This month we explore the concept of disgust—join us if you’re brave enough. What is disgusting and what is not is sometimes the result
This is what a well-designed contemporary art space looks like
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This is what a well-designed contemporary art space looks like

Built in 1828, the historically listed Cukrarna has been a sugar refinery, tobacco factory, textile mill, military barracks, and homeless shelter, but the Ljubljana building has also been a temporary home to many Slovenian poets and writers throughout its history. Scapelab won the international competition to renovate this special space.
Rising Eastern European illustrators | TOP 5
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Rising Eastern European illustrators | TOP 5

Some are inspired by children’s books, some are inspired by architecture or their own memories, the environment around them, or just another artist—we gathered five defining illustrators from the region who are different in character but stand out from the visual noise. Let’s see! Daniela Olejniková | Slovakia
Personal living spaces—Interview with Marta Chrapka, founder of Colombe Studio
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Personal living spaces—Interview with Marta Chrapka, founder of Colombe Studio

Warsaw-based Colombe Studio offers a complex interior design service, from personalized and selected antique pieces to metalworking and upholstery, all using the highest quality raw materials. And the end result, within the distinctive interior raises a thousand questions: it’s hard to look at the projects the studio has completed
BALATORIUM—the laboratory of Lake Balaton
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BALATORIUM—the laboratory of Lake Balaton

The last weekend of August is all about the fragile Lake Balaton. BALATORIUM ecological x cultural weekend 26-28 August 2022 in Tihany and Örvényes. What is BALATORIUM? In a nutshell: a cooperation between researchers and creators for Lake Balaton. The BALATORIUM program of the Veszprém-Balaton 2023 European Capital of Culture
Beyond the main stage—here are our favorite performances from the cultural scene of Sziget Festival
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Beyond the main stage—here are our favorite performances from the cultural scene of Sziget Festival

Headliners attract people to a festival, and they steal the show, but a festival can be more than just the main stage and the encore. Sziget is what it is for a reason, and although the posters only show big names, now we took a look at what is behind
“It’s an international language that everyone here speaks”: meet the Youhu generation!
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“It’s an international language that everyone here speaks”: meet the Youhu generation!

Forty-three artists, more than four hundred reproductions, over almost four hundred pages: the Youhu publication, which combines the words “young” and “Hungarian”, promotes the greatness of Hungarian visual art and puts it in an international context. As the initiators of the project say, it presents the best Hungarian artists of
Getting a first-hand experience of the uniqueness of the Renaissance at NArchitekTURA’s current exhibition
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Getting a first-hand experience of the uniqueness of the Renaissance at NArchitekTURA’s current exhibition

The great era of rebirth returns to Warsaw’s Royal Castle: the special interiors of the royal castle serve as a temporary home of Renaissance works from the Accademia Carrara Collection, including such gems as Sandro Botticelli’s “The Story of Virginia”. The works borrowed from the Bergamo collection form
Locked in panel blocks | Michal Zahornacky
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Locked in panel blocks | Michal Zahornacky

Regular blocks in pastel tones and strange, dense compositions: Slovakian photo artist Michal Zahornacky have placed the feeling of isolation into a new dimension. Michal Zahornacky started to form an interest towards photography ten years ago, as a means of artistic self-expression: he sees it as a medium allowing him
Twisted #2—Creamy, crispy
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Twisted #2—Creamy, crispy

We continue our series of reversed food experiences, where we try to recall the perceptions associated with eating with photos. This time we take a look at the creamy and crispy opposite, which together and separately belong to the most important pleasure factor. When you ask someone what is their
Spatial music video: an unusual “origin story” of a song
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Spatial music video: an unusual “origin story” of a song

A pink stage, a text drawing strange shapes on the wall, and flickering, fluctuating magenta lights in the background: we are in one of the exhibition spaces of the MODEM Modern and Contemporary Arts Centre in Debrecen. We took a closer look at the unusual exhibition of Polarism on the
Pastel-retro Sims
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Pastel-retro Sims

The photos of Mária Švarbová can be recognized from quite afar. The former archeologist-restorer transformed her camera into a time machine, and took us on a ride. Written by photographer László Sebestyén Looking at her pictures, I feel that I have been here before, I’ve seen this before, it
Unique public sculptures | TOP 5
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Unique public sculptures | TOP 5

Walking through the popular streets of small and large cities in Eastern Europe, we can almost definitely stumble upon some kind of public sculpture or monument. These sculptures already belong to the spirit of the city, they almost merge into public spaces as its inhabitants. In our selection today, we
Munich‘s new hotel inspired by Kandinsky‘s art theory
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Munich‘s new hotel inspired by Kandinsky‘s art theory

This summer, the interior design duo Holloway Li will present WunderLocke, a hotel in Munich based on the theory and aesthetics of Wassily Kandinsky’s “Innerer Klang”. Locke’s newest apartment hotel, comprising 360 studios, is housed in a monumental former office building. Kandinsky, who was based in Munich for
Czech LASVIT designed the trophy for the winner of the Tour de France
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Czech LASVIT designed the trophy for the winner of the Tour de France

For the twelfth time, LASVIT has created the Tour de France trophy, which this year was once again designed by ŠKODA AUTO’s Head of Interior Design Peter Olah. Jonas Vingegaard celebrated his victory after covering more than 3,300 kilometers in the 109th edition of the cycling race—he
Polish nostalgia at Lake Balaton
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Polish nostalgia at Lake Balaton

“We were heading south. It was the most exciting time of every year. Luggage, fixed to the top of our tiny Fiat made the car look almost as high as it was long. There were three hundred miles to drive but for us it was almost an eternity.” Michal Solarski
Feast of Contradictions | Sebestyén Boér
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Feast of Contradictions | Sebestyén Boér

Snack at your grandmother, quick appetite suppression after a school running race or the most classic menu at a house party—we know a thousand faces of bread and dripping with or without onions, but it may have never caused as much aesthetic pleasure as Sebestyén Boér’s project. The
KEDDEN KÉTSZÁZ—Discounted tickets for the exhibitions of Kunsthalle
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KEDDEN KÉTSZÁZ—Discounted tickets for the exhibitions of Kunsthalle

Each exhibition of the Kunsthalle is accessible for 200 HUF from 26 July to 16 August, on Tuesdays, in the framework of the KEDDEN KÉTSZAZ initiative! The Kunsthalle’s current exhibitions: • Common Space | II National Salon of Industry and Design 2022 • Metamorphosis of Light | Exhibition of Teréz Borza • 11th Grotesque
Not only can we see it, but we can also wear Matisse’s creations
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Not only can we see it, but we can also wear Matisse’s creations

On the occasion of the first exhibition to present the oeuvre of Henri Matisse in Hungary, VYF’s limited-edition silk scarf capsule collection was made in collaboration with the Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest, so we can take home and wear a piece of the French painter’s heritage.
Would you be more fashion conscious? Here’s Secondland’s new collection, The Renovation!
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Would you be more fashion conscious? Here’s Secondland’s new collection, The Renovation!

In the sweltering heat of summer, dressed in our bite-sized garments, many of us are probably wondering whether it’s worth it to blindly follow the latest trends and accumulate ever more clothes when the environmental impact of the clothing industry is so tangible. Fortunately for us, more and more
Tarot cards through the eyes of Romanian illustrators
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Tarot cards through the eyes of Romanian illustrators

The works of 40 Romanian illustrators condensed into a single deck of cards: Cluj-Napoca based ILLUSTRART Association’s latest initiative is here, this time giving new life to the symbols of tarot cards. We asked illustrator József Vass, one of the minds behind the initiative, about the story of the
Sensual photos of Berlin’s iconic deserted airport
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Sensual photos of Berlin’s iconic deserted airport

The place that once symbolized freedom for the inhabitants of West Berlin in the divided city, now bears witness to the end of an era. Berlin-based photographers Robert Rieger and Felix Brüggemann collaborated on the photobook entitled Flughafen Tegel, which shows the iconic and once cherished but now closed Berlin
In pursuit of "The girl with pearly hair"—American hip-hop tracks sampled from Eastern European songs
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In pursuit of "The girl with pearly hair"—American hip-hop tracks sampled from Eastern European songs

Sampling, which became widespread around the 1980s, was a major breakthrough in hip-hop and electronic genres and revolutionized the producers’ work. Finding the perfect gems through systematic research and creative processes involves careful manipulation, thus creating a delicate blend between the original melody and the new composition. Rap artists often
Eastern Europe documented | TOP 5
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Eastern Europe documented | TOP 5

The picturesque landscapes of Eastern Europe lead us to forgotten villages, small communities. The identity of Central and Eastern Europe is inspiring to many photographers, as what is a bygone memory elsewhere is the raw reality here in many areas. Five documentary photographers, five perspectives exploring an always exciting subject:
Marcell Rév has been nominated for a second Emmy
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Marcell Rév has been nominated for a second Emmy

The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has announced the nominees for this year’s Emmys, including Marcell Rév for the second time. The Hungarian cinematographer was nominated for an episode of the Euphoria series. The nominees for the most prestigious television award, the Emmy Awards in 2022, were announced on
The 11th Grotesque Triennal has opened | International Grotesque Fine Arts and Applied Arts Exhibition in the Kunsthalle
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The 11th Grotesque Triennal has opened | International Grotesque Fine Arts and Applied Arts Exhibition in the Kunsthalle

The Kapos ART Fine Art and Industrial Art Association organizes the exhibition in connection with the International Grotesque Fine Arts and Applied Arts Competition for the 11th time. In Budapest, however, the exhibition is on display for the first time, which takes place in the Kunsthalle and then in the
The Georgian zoologist who lived among wolves
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The Georgian zoologist who lived among wolves

Zoologist Jason Badridze decided that he wanted to study wild wolves in Georgia’s Borjomi Nature Reserve in the mid-seventies, at the age of thirty. For two years, he was not just an observer but also became a close confidant to these animals: he slept with two adult wolves and
Plácido Domingo and Matteo Bocelli | Hard Rock Hotel Budapest turned into a community space for the new season of Virtuosos V4+
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Plácido Domingo and Matteo Bocelli | Hard Rock Hotel Budapest turned into a community space for the new season of Virtuosos V4+

Between 10 and 23 July, the recently opened Hard Rock Hotel Budapest will provide rest and preparation for the internationally renowned Virtuosos V4+ performers and contestants, including Plácido Domingo, Matteo Bocelli, HAUSER and Pablo Sainz Villegas. Virtuosos is the first Hungarian classical music show, launched in 2014 to discover young
The confusion caused by the inability to perceive in the mythical forests of Ivona Tau
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The confusion caused by the inability to perceive in the mythical forests of Ivona Tau

In her recent work ‘Mythic Latent Glitches’, published on fxhash, Ivona Tau combines human and generative inputs in a reversed way: the artificial intelligence (AI) creates the organic elements, while the human hand makes artificial glitches. What appears to be natural shapes are exclusively conceived by GAN (generative adversarial network—
When a tile becomes erotic
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When a tile becomes erotic

French artist AmiKarla Sutra’s creations of amorous figures exude the exuberance of carefree, hot summers, being both bewildering and liberating. Her street art tiles can be seen around the world, in Paris, Tokyo, Florence and Lisbon. Karla is a real traveler: she was born in Paris, studied in the
Margaret Island returns to Budapest Park with a mini-festival
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Margaret Island returns to Budapest Park with a mini-festival

In the spirit of acceptance, connection, and peace, Margaret Island’s Flower Power mini-festival will take place on 6 August in Budapest Park. The band will be joined on stage by Solére, Pandóra Projekt, and Brenka for a truly special evening celebrating diversity. ”As a little girl, I was first
The surreal world of Matti Varga transmits the heritage of Berber women
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The surreal world of Matti Varga transmits the heritage of Berber women

Sometimes they play hide-and-seek with the light, sometimes they huddle tightly together on the barren surfaces of the limestone cliffs, creating an otherworldly illusion of the Tales of the Arabian Nights: with the participation of Berber Budapest, the well-known, specifically idyllic world of Matti Varga mingles with the atmosphere of
The 15th Gdynia Design Days festival starts off this weekend
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The 15th Gdynia Design Days festival starts off this weekend

The leading festival of the Baltic region, the Gdynia Design Days will be organized between 2 and 10 July this year. The Polish event explores design through a colorful program series: it awaits design, fashion, and architecture lovers with exhibitions, lectures, workshops, and debates. The motto of Gdynia Design Days
PIIT's new series explores the expansion of matter into new forms and functions
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PIIT's new series explores the expansion of matter into new forms and functions

Korean artist PIIT (Pure Interest In Things) firmly believes that all ordinary things have hidden power, and focuses in particular on the potential of a common material to grow and expand into new forms and functions. To test this vision, PIIT has created an experimental art project called ”Growth Series“
First-hand account on the Venice Biennale TOP 5
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First-hand account on the Venice Biennale TOP 5

This year’s 59th Venice Biennale was born during the pandemic, so, unconventionally, it was largely organized online. The result, laced together by the evocative title Milk of Dreams, borrowed from Laura Carrington’s book, is an imaginary journey through physical space, full of surreal, dreamlike elements and sci-fi-themed installations.
Photographing buildings as a way of self-expression | Kamil Philipiak
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Photographing buildings as a way of self-expression | Kamil Philipiak

Rigid, sharp concrete structures in contrast with the soft, serene sky. We can explore the details of Kraków, Katowice, Warsaw, Gdańsk or Barcelona, amongst others, on the photos of Polish-born Kamil Philipiak in a new, pastel, dream-like perspective. Let’s see the details! Kamil Philipiak studies psychology at Jagiellonian University
Budapest, through the eyes of creative expats III | Simon Holpert
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Budapest, through the eyes of creative expats III | Simon Holpert

Although the Hungarian language has so many subtle linguistic nuances, there isn’t a truly powerful translation for the word expat. After all, we are not talking about visitors or tourists from abroad, but about people who live and work here, who know our country, and who have placed their
Discover the Museum of Ethnography by night!
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Discover the Museum of Ethnography by night!

As part of this year’s Night of the Museums, you’ll have the first opportunity to discover the newly opened Museum of Ethnography! The building and the roof garden will be presented by the architect and the director general, while the curators, the visual designer and film researcher András
Classical Greek sculpture by combining physical and digital techniques—‘Crush’ by Adam Parker Smith
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Classical Greek sculpture by combining physical and digital techniques—‘Crush’ by Adam Parker Smith

The Hole L.A. presents six new sculptures by Adam Parker Smith in the form of Crush, the artist’s fifth solo exhibition with the gallery. Working with a team of master carvers, a seven-axis reductive robot and the digital research teams at museums like the Uffizi, Adam Parker Smith
Motherhood through the camera lens | Interview with Luca Markó
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Motherhood through the camera lens | Interview with Luca Markó

Visual artist Luca Markó graduated from MOME (Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design—the Transl.) in 2018, with a degree in Media Design and today she is the happy mother of a little girl. On her Instagram page, she shares her analog photos on a daily and weekly basis, through
On the border of product design and contemporary art—Interview with Boldizar Senteski
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On the border of product design and contemporary art—Interview with Boldizar Senteski

Boldizsár Szenteczki completed both his bachelor’s and master’s product design studies at MOME, but his work turned far away from functional product design. We asked the creator, known for his reflective surfaces, who is currently commuting between Paris, New York and Budapest, about the fusion of art and
Attila Kertész’ solo exhibition opens in Lavor Collective on Friday
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Attila Kertész’ solo exhibition opens in Lavor Collective on Friday

After his many solo exhibitions, Attila Kertész now presents his latest series called Hyper Parallel in a very special place, the LAVOR Collective Art Salon. Through his expressive nudes, he attempts an unusual painted expression of the soul. Through his paintings, Attila Kertész invites us on a collective therapy that
If we behaved as we do at festivals, we would live in a more peaceful world
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If we behaved as we do at festivals, we would live in a more peaceful world

Hospitality has been one of the hardest-hit sectors by the pandemic. Many pubs have gone bankrupt, waiters lost their jobs, and festivals have been canceled. But, this summer, the festival season is back in full swing. Hungary is famous for its festivals, at least in the CEE region, and today’
The quirky power couple bringing joy to people’s lives—Interview with Brooklyn-based multidisciplinary creative studio, Wade and Leta
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The quirky power couple bringing joy to people’s lives—Interview with Brooklyn-based multidisciplinary creative studio, Wade and Leta

Leta Sobierajski and Wade Jeffree’s story started in 2013 through OK Cupid, an online dating website. Love came first, but as graduated graphic designers, they soon started brainstorming and creating together as well. It was a match made in heaven, a meeting of like-minded people with similar tastes in
Celebrate the summer fruit season with the strawberry ceramics of MUAS
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Celebrate the summer fruit season with the strawberry ceramics of MUAS

Summer is officially here, and the Polish ceramic studio MUAS has opened the strawberry season with its new ceramic collection. Hot strawberry foam-like glazes happily pour from the fantastic pots, tempting you to take a delicious sip. Kati Romanowska and Łukasz Przygodziński, the founders of MUAS, have already made us
Photographs mirroring the Rorschach test
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Photographs mirroring the Rorschach test

A special photographic exhibition has opened at the Dubniczay Palace in Veszprém to mark the 100th anniversary of the death of Hermann Rorschach. The group exhibition Rorschach Image features works from the last fifty years of Hungarian photography on the analogy of the psychological test named after the Swiss psychiatrist
Archeature: on the border between man and architecture
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Archeature: on the border between man and architecture

The Iranian architect Ehsan Kazerooni envisioned hybrid beings that are part human, part architecture: he replaced George Steinmetz’s portraits of farm workers with architectural motifs. The artist named the creatures in his series of spectacular yet bizarre montages “Archeature”(Architecture + Creature). Kazerooni matched each harvester’s ethnicity with their
Artist duo | Anna Pakosz & Dañila  Kostil
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Artist duo | Anna Pakosz & Dañila Kostil

Anna Pakosz is an artist known for her paintings portraying female figures with a characterful aesthetic, and she brings them closer to the viewer through multi-sensory events. Her partner, Dañila Kostil works as a director on international music videos and commercials, and in his spare time he often experiments
Mobile wearable contemporary art | Skechers X Miklós Kiss
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Mobile wearable contemporary art | Skechers X Miklós Kiss

Miklós Kiss is a designer, visual artist, winner of numerous international awards, and one of the most exciting and internationally well-known creators of the Emograms. The typical Emograms of Miklós render words in a creative way without text, in a universal emoji language. Skechers Street™ UNO—Stand on Air is
Together for the future of  Gödöllő Applied Arts House | On the Reflection exhibition
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Together for the future of Gödöllő Applied Arts House | On the Reflection exhibition

Gödöllő Applied Arts House organized an exhibition with a market and auction to raise funds for the renovation of their building. The curators are exhibiting the work of 56 contemporary artists, craftspeople and designers in the newly renovated Captain’s residence opposite Royal Palace of Gödöllő. From copper etchings by
Where’s the line between sculpture and architecture? Exhibition of Jiří Příhoda in Prague
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Where’s the line between sculpture and architecture? Exhibition of Jiří Příhoda in Prague

Jiří Příhoda’s exhibition entitled VOID has opened at the Rudolfinum Gallery in Prague. The largest exhibition of the Czech sculptor so far offers installations on the borders of architecture and sculpture. In Jiří Příhoda’s work, mapping of buildings and objects, situations between functional and autonomous have always played
Pyton Place exhibition shows how Bauhaus influenced Norwegian design
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Pyton Place exhibition shows how Bauhaus influenced Norwegian design

Oslo-based collective Pyton showcased more than 50 examples of Norwegian art, design and craft at the Pyton Place exhibition during London Craft Week. Pyton Place aims to tell the story of how modernism impacted traditional craft practices created in Norway, as well as the objects that were produced as a
Twisted—Reverse food experiences
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Twisted—Reverse food experiences

We eat with our eyes first, then with our mouths—all it takes is a sight or a smell to trigger perception. Now we’re experimenting with using photography to evoke different textures, from soft to gooey, but does it have as much impact as it does in real life?
Major Takashi Murakami exhibition opens at The Broad with digital immersive spaces
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Major Takashi Murakami exhibition opens at The Broad with digital immersive spaces

Takashi Murakami’s expansive artistic universe is currently on display at The Broad in Los Angeles. The exhibition Takashi Murakami: Stepping on the Tail of a Rainbow is the Japanese contemporary artist’s first solo show at The Broad, featuring 18 of his previous works and a new immersive digital
The revolution of electronic music in Central Eastern Europe: Polish Radio Experimental Studio
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The revolution of electronic music in Central Eastern Europe: Polish Radio Experimental Studio

Polish Radio Experimental Studio—PRES was one of Europe’s first electronic music centers, founded in Warsaw in 1957, as a department of Polish Radio. Although the studio was a place to record autonomous electronic tracks, this was not its main purpose: it started as a space for independent compositions,
The fight against food waste with crotchet
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The fight against food waste with crotchet

A giant crocheted fried egg with a slice of bacon, a falling apart sandwich, a partially eaten ice cream and a glass of instant noodles. Swiss artist Sabina Speich draws attention to issues of food waste, junk food and the consumption patterns of a growing global population with her Crochet
TASTE | Katalin Lőrinc
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TASTE | Katalin Lőrinc

Over the past decades, she has worked with several European companies from Stockholm to Brussels. Katalin Lőrinc is an iconic figure in contemporary dance, and not only when it comes to choreography. In her TED talk two years ago, she opened many people’s eyes to why it’s good
Bauhaus, Hungarian Neoavantgarde and folk motifs in I O’s new collection
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Bauhaus, Hungarian Neoavantgarde and folk motifs in I O’s new collection

We first met Annabella Hevesi and Gábor Bella in the summer of 2021 when we collaborated on the Artist duo series. At that time, they were already in the midst of researching the oeuvre of Ferenc Lantos, with the book Burnt Geometry in their hands and material samples lined up
Cinema Mystica—The journey of senses in a digital art exhibition
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Cinema Mystica—The journey of senses in a digital art exhibition

A special exhibition is held at the Kristály Theater, a cultural and community venue established in the former mineral water bottling plant on Margaret Island. In the framework of the Budapest Spring Festival, the Cinema Mystica immersive digital art exhibition opened on 13 May. Here’s our program recommendation! Among
SFMOMA exhibition explores the architectural provocations of Neri Oxman
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SFMOMA exhibition explores the architectural provocations of Neri Oxman

Neri Oxman, architect, designer, pioneer material researher—founder of The Mediated Matter Group in Massachusetts Institute of Technology, besides she also owns a laboratory—, is best known for otherworldly-looking designs and installations built from unexpected biological matter, which is now on display at the Nature x Humanity exhibition at the
The (neon) imprints of Budapest's history in Isabel Val's photographs
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The (neon) imprints of Budapest's history in Isabel Val's photographs

The nightscape of Budapest has been defined for decades by colorful neons, many of which still watch the city undisturbed. However, most of the fluorescent lamps proclaiming the achievements of the socialist era have been forgotten, so they disappear from the roofs of buildings year after year. This phenomenon, which
This is why we love “The Informant” | Interview with production designer Imola Láng
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This is why we love “The Informant” | Interview with production designer Imola Láng

Citrus yellow portable MINI-VIDI, pastel blue plastic milk carton holder, red leatherette club chairs, pink minyon (Hungarian cream-filled cake—The Transl.) on metal drawer cabinet. These all appear in the show called “The Informant.” Being object-obsessed design theorists, we were immediately sucked in by the film. It was a no-brainer
“Movement is not enough, animation needs to come alive” | Inside the Hungarian studio where Red Bull commercials are made
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“Movement is not enough, animation needs to come alive” | Inside the Hungarian studio where Red Bull commercials are made

If you’d ask someone where Red Bull’s characteristic commercials are made, most people would put their bet on a famous international studio. Well, they would all be wrong. Since the ‘90s, the commercials of the well-known international brand have come alive in the hands of a small animation
„All is lost if an animation has no soul”—Interview with Gábor Csupó, the creator of our beloved childhood cartoon characters
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„All is lost if an animation has no soul”—Interview with Gábor Csupó, the creator of our beloved childhood cartoon characters

The Simpsons, Rugrats, The Wild Thornberrys, Aaahh!!! Real Monsters—what do these titles have in common other than being the super popular cartoons of the ’90sand ’00s that everyone knows and loves? It’s Gábor Csupó, co-founder of the world famous Hollywood animation studio Klasky Csupo, and inventor of the
What will we eat in 100 years? Artists and speculative designers on the food of the future
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What will we eat in 100 years? Artists and speculative designers on the food of the future

In 100 years, will there still be honey and coffee on Earth? Will Haribo Goldbears go extinct, will we still be able to make paprikás krumpli (paprika potatoes), if the climate change doesn’t slow down? What strategies do researchers of the future of food and diet use in order
From The French Chef to Göcsej pecsenye
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From The French Chef to Göcsej pecsenye

Gastronomy and food are almost everywhere: in high art and in the various products of mass culture. In our current HypeLAB episode, we look at the food that appears in the cinema and on the TV screen. What does a Michelin-starred Hungarian chef have to do with Pixar’s popular
Feeling the outdoors while being inside—House of Hungarian Music
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Feeling the outdoors while being inside—House of Hungarian Music

„The forest is my background,” stated Sou Fujimoto in a previous interview a few years ago. The architect has always emphasised the importance of nature in Japanese society; and his architectural thinking is also based on the constancy and balance of the forest ecosystem which he has expressed in many
A new exhibition opens in Veszprém presenting Hungarian photographic works from the last fifty years
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A new exhibition opens in Veszprém presenting Hungarian photographic works from the last fifty years

The House of Arts Veszprém’s group exhibition Rorschach Image, open until mid-June, presents a selection of Hungarian photographic works from the last fifty years. The exhibition in three separate exhibition spaces deals with questions of mirrors and mirroring and is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the death of
Leaving traces in the landscape: the visual diary of Réka Neszmélyi and Balázs Máté on the contrasts of Mongol nomadic life
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Leaving traces in the landscape: the visual diary of Réka Neszmélyi and Balázs Máté on the contrasts of Mongol nomadic life

How does the Western world intertwine with the nomadic lifestyle? How do folk traditions rooted in closeness to nature transform our relationship to sustainability and development? Réka Neszmélyi and Balázs Máté gained valuable experience in Mongolia on such and similar issues: their impressions are now captured in a zine. Let’
Kinetic totem distorts the space on a hilltop in Italy
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Kinetic totem distorts the space on a hilltop in Italy

A mysterious phenomenon distorts the landscape of the Abruzzo region in Southern Italy, in the province of L’Aquila. It is Edoardo Dionea Cicconi’s Kinetic Mirror sculpture, a reflective totem, that emerges amid the medieval setting of the fortress on the hilltop of Rocca Calascio. The site-specific installation is
Artist duo | Lenka & Richard Bakeš
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Artist duo | Lenka & Richard Bakeš

Lenka and Richard Bakeš are colorful and versatile players in the Prague cultural scene: they run a creative studio and a gallery, Richard is a graphic designer and Lenka is an artist, and this year they are organizing the first Prague Art Week program series. The Berlínskej Model gallery, which
Enjoying life in stunning posters | Art deco Budapest. Posters, Lifestyle and the City
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Enjoying life in stunning posters | Art deco Budapest. Posters, Lifestyle and the City

You rarely see a poster exhibition in Hungary, and even less rarely see a large-scale poster exhibition like the Art deco Budapest. Posters, Lifestyle and the City (1925-1938) at the Hungarian National Gallery. It is almost ten years since visitors have been able to enjoy such a high-volume exhibition. At
New York DJ legend, Bill Patrick’s first photo exhibition debuts at EASY Art Space
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New York DJ legend, Bill Patrick’s first photo exhibition debuts at EASY Art Space

Bill Patrick is an American DJ, who has played in legendary clubs from New York through Eastern Europe to Ibiza, while his analog camera accompanied him everywhere to capture the unique and interesting way Bill sees the world. The first photo exhibition of the underground electronics legend will debut in
Gödöllő Applied Arts House is launching a fundraising event series
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Gödöllő Applied Arts House is launching a fundraising event series

The Tükröződések (Reflexions) event series will feature around 150 works by 56 contemporary artists and designers. The fundraising campaign is organized with the aim to support the renovation of the Gödöllő Applied Arts House and thereby provide the right conditions for the complex art program of the workshop. GIM is
Can it be anything other than marble? | Variations on a Monument
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Can it be anything other than marble? | Variations on a Monument

You can have an exciting artistic experience if you visit one of the squares of Szentháromság, Szervita, and Szentlélek in Budapest between April 29 and May 1. These squares of the capital are home to temporary works titled Variations on a Monument, which commemorate the victims of the coronavirus epidemic
Budapest, through the eyes of creative expats I. | Sandra Poliakov
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Budapest, through the eyes of creative expats I. | Sandra Poliakov

I believe that expats living in Budapest have a distinct vision of the city. After all, we are not talking about foreign visitors or tourists, but about people who live and work here, who know our country, and who have placed their trust in it for the long term. They
Is it possible to build intuitively without plans? About the exhibition of the AU Workshop
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Is it possible to build intuitively without plans? About the exhibition of the AU Workshop

260 kilograms of gypsum pedestal draws a pointy landscape, on top of which spiced wax houses tower up. The installation in the Trapéz art gallery focuses on the relationship between architectural design and construction, as well as the possibility of instinctive architecture. We visited the exhibition of the Architecture Uncomfortable
„Some of my shapes are so old that they feel modern, almost abstract"—Meander Ceramics Manufactory
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„Some of my shapes are so old that they feel modern, almost abstract"—Meander Ceramics Manufactory

At the end of March, at this year’s Maison&Objet design fair in Paris, rustic ornaments and modern reinterpretations of Neolithic forms emerged and lined up proudly in the Hungarian section. Behind the mystical ceramics and the Meander Ceramics Manufactory brand is Zsolt Imre Bárczi, one of the five
A new cultural institution sparks up Prague’s art scene
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A new cultural institution sparks up Prague’s art scene

A new art and cultural institution opened its doors in Prague: the Kunsthalle Praha took over the spaces of a former electricity substation to spark new creative energy into the Czech capital. In keeping with the building’s past, the first group and opening exhibition explores the links between electricity
We need to see these at the Venice Biennale! | From around the world
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We need to see these at the Venice Biennale! | From around the world

Preparations for one of the world’s most prestigious art events are coming to an end, as the finishing touches are being put on the 59th Venice Biennale. The magnificent exhibition venues, the Giardini, the Arsenale and downtown Venice, await visitors with a wealth of art projects and events. In
Hungarian creators in a common space | 2nd National Salon of Applied Arts and Design
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Hungarian creators in a common space | 2nd National Salon of Applied Arts and Design

The building of the Kunsthalle, which is covered in a huge molino, is astonishing in Heroes Square. If we did not see the huge inscription promoting the exhibition of the institution, we would also believe that the neoclassical building was wrapped by Christo himself. However, in addition to the interlocking
New wave Hungarian abstract in Dubai
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New wave Hungarian abstract in Dubai

An exhibition called New Perspectives on Hungarian Abstract Art opens as part of the Art Week Dubai, which was the first stop of the world tour. The Hungarian Pavilion presented a colorful selection from the collection of the Hungarian National Bank, featuring prominent figures of the young abstract generation and
Ilka Olajos | Panel
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Ilka Olajos | Panel

In our shared history book, panel houses are written in capital letters and are indelible—familiar to us even if they have different character traits from country to country (or even from city to city and neighborhood to neighborhood). How does a young photographer approach the subject? Where does the
We need to see these at the Venice Biennale! | In the region 3
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We need to see these at the Venice Biennale! | In the region 3

There are only less than 2 weeks left until 23 April, the start of the 59th Venice Biennale. Amidst the excitement of waiting, week after week, we have set out to showcase the most exciting projects on the regional and international scene, the exhibitions, national pavilions and official collateral events
NUBU's Spring/Summer 2022 collection exhibited with ceramics by fine artist Zsolt József Simon
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NUBU's Spring/Summer 2022 collection exhibited with ceramics by fine artist Zsolt József Simon

One of the hallmarks of NUBU Studio’s collections is that they often draw inspiration for the designed pieces from a specific artist, who helps to create the mood of the collection. This time, the Spring/Summer 2022 collection was inspired by the work of ceramic artist Zsolt József Simon.
Award-winning Ukrainian films everyone should watch at least once
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Award-winning Ukrainian films everyone should watch at least once

Since its independence, Ukraine has placed great emphasis on national film production. During the 30 years, cinema has gone through different periods, from stagnation to rebirth, and then to the international awards it received at the Cannes, Berlin, Locarno and Karlovy Vary film festivals. Unfortunately, the Ukrainian film heritage was
27 human emotions in a book
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27 human emotions in a book

If you open the book of Ričards Znutiņš-Znutāns, an illustrator from Riga, you’ll be presented 27 human emotions wrapped in curious stories and cubist-like illustrations. Published by Portuguese publisher Stolen Books, the stories are based on interviews with people from Spain, Turkey, China, Morocco, Nicaragua, Australia and many more.
New exhibition of never-before-seen images by photographer Norbert Zsólyomi
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New exhibition of never-before-seen images by photographer Norbert Zsólyomi

Launched last year as a co-production between Hotel Clark in Buda and Leo Bistro on its ground floor, Art Corner focuses on contemporary art. Unseen, their latest exhibition explores the ideals and concept of beauty through the photographic and mixed media works of Norbert Zsólyomi. Although we can come across
Dubai has turned into a jungle
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Dubai has turned into a jungle

Jyo John Mulloor is a digital artist who created the project #LetItBloomDubai, which turned Dubai into lush greenery. Earlier, the artist ‘painted’ the bigger city of the United Arab Emirates as a winter landscape, covering its major sights in snow. The fascinating creation has now entered in a new phase,
This might be the solution to food waste | Interview with  Barbara Gollackner, creator of Wastewear
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This might be the solution to food waste | Interview with Barbara Gollackner, creator of Wastewear

In Barbara Gollackner’s life, designing objects is an ever-present motive—she spent most of her childhood in her family’s cabinet-making shop, studied in the fields of textiles, products, and furniture design and founded the Studio Barbara Gollackner in Salzburg, in 2018. She has created many practical objects, all
The Hungarian Pavilion at the 59th Venice Biennale
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The Hungarian Pavilion at the 59th Venice Biennale

This year, the Hungarian Pavilion at the 59th Venice Biennale will feature an exhibition by Zsófia Keresztes, entitled After Dreams: I Dare to Defy the Damage. The exhibition seeks to explore the ambivalent relationship of past and present to the future and the stages of finding identity in four major
We need to see these at the Venice Biennale! | In the region 2
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We need to see these at the Venice Biennale! | In the region 2

In 2022, everything’s all about arts in Venice again, as the 59th Venice Biennale starts on 23 April. In our series starting now, we weekly present our most expected exhibitions, official collateral events and pavilions from the most exciting projects of the region and the international scene. Stay tuned
The white city of Tel Aviv—Deák17 Gallery hosts an international traveling exhibition
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The white city of Tel Aviv—Deák17 Gallery hosts an international traveling exhibition

After Rome, London, Helsinki and many more, The white city of Tel Aviv exhibition, organized by the City of Tel Aviv, is shown for the first time in Hungary, in Deák17 Gallery. The historic centre of Tel Aviv has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since July 2003. The coastal
Lively ceramics for a gloomy day | TOP 5
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Lively ceramics for a gloomy day | TOP 5

Looking back at recent years, this is perhaps the time to be most grateful to the ceramists who make the boho objects and who are working every day to cheer us up. Their unique handmade ceramic objects almost speak to us and in many cases, they seem to be endowed
A Jaques Tati film inspired the new MONOCLE furniture collection by Katarzyna Jasyk
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A Jaques Tati film inspired the new MONOCLE furniture collection by Katarzyna Jasyk

Polish interior and product designer Katarzyna Jasyk draws inspiration from almost everything around her, be it objects or her family. Her new collection, called MONOCLE, is inspired by an iconic French film, Jaques Tati’s comedy “Mon Oncle.” Jacques Tati—also known as the French Charlie Chaplin—is an actor,
Sensual experiences in the virtual reality—Interview with the Polish creators of VR Nightsss
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Sensual experiences in the virtual reality—Interview with the Polish creators of VR Nightsss

The Kinoteka Polish Film Festival took place in March at ICA London, and it included a special VR work, Nightsss (Polish: Noccc), a seven-minute virtual erotic poem based on a poem written sixteen years ago by Weronika Lewandowska. Together with Sandra Frydrysiak, Weronika explored how poetry could be combined with
Polish Vogue came up with two very unexpected covers for April
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Polish Vogue came up with two very unexpected covers for April

One of the April covers of Vogue Polska is by Polish-Roma artist Małgorzata Mirga-Tas, who is representing Poland at this year’s Venice Biennale and who has been featured in our article. Vogue magazines have long been seen as “just” a fashion bible, but the issues published across the globe
Thirty international design brands, one apartment, endless possibilities: the Estorio showroom opens in Budapest
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Thirty international design brands, one apartment, endless possibilities: the Estorio showroom opens in Budapest

Interior designer Eszter Radnóczy and este’r partners studio have opened their first showroom under the name Estorio—home of designer brands: in the apartment on Dalszínház Street, overlooking the Opera House, more than thirty international design brands will be presented, brought together around a unique concept. The genre-defining showroom
We need to see these at the Venice Biennale! | In the region 1
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We need to see these at the Venice Biennale! | In the region 1

In 2022, everything’s all about arts in Venice again, as the 59th Venice Biennale starts on 23 April. In our series starting now, we weekly present our most expected exhibitions, official collateral events and pavilions from the most exciting projects of the region and the international scene. Stay tuned
3LHD transformed a 1930s cinema into a cultural center
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3LHD transformed a 1930s cinema into a cultural center

Many cinemas were built in Zagreb in the 20th century, but twenty years ago modern multiplex cinemas burst onto the scene, hence their older versions slowly closed down—and the neglected buildings began to deteriorate. Urania, which was built in 1939, was facing the same fate, until 3LHD architects turned
A new exhibition celebrates the legacy of cars at the Guggenheim Museum
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A new exhibition celebrates the legacy of cars at the Guggenheim Museum

Some 38 classic cars have parked up inside the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao as part of a new exhibition exploring the links between the automotive industry and the world of art, design and architecture. Curated by English architect and designer Norman Foster, the exhibition Motion. Autos, Art, Architecture, looks back on
Back to the Middle Ages!—Iconic brands reinterpreted
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Back to the Middle Ages!—Iconic brands reinterpreted

Ilya Stallone, a graphic designer with a passion for history, has tuned today’s most famous brands to the Middle Ages. From Tinder, Burger King and Starbucks, to Windows and Puma, brands have been sent back in time. In the Medieval Branding series, alongside the logos, the artist has recreated
How to experience the course of nature in 5 minutes | Circle of Life
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How to experience the course of nature in 5 minutes | Circle of Life

Life is the ever-changing order of nature, just like a circle. It doesn’t matter how big or small this circle is, it ends the same way for everyone. It’s nature’s way to take and give life back to the Earth, symbolizing the sanctity of the universe. It
Wandering around modern buildings in Warsaw—Sebastian Czarnecki
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Wandering around modern buildings in Warsaw—Sebastian Czarnecki

Discovering Eastern European metropolises, we might come across many different architectural styles and striking contrasts. Often, we stumble upon buildings of the past that for many are not exactly the epitome of aesthetics, yet there are those who are fascinated by them. Sebastian Czarnecki has a unique vision of documenting
Ukrainian women share their story at MOME
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Ukrainian women share their story at MOME

A month ago, MOME opened its doors to refugees fleeing from the war in Ukraine, and has hosted people with many different backgrounds since then. For the first time, some of the refugees, who have found a temporary home on campus, open up and share their story. On 24 March
Love your neighbors—old message and new look for one of the most popular street arts of Budapest
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Love your neighbors—old message and new look for one of the most popular street arts of Budapest

According to Banksy, “Graffiti is one of the few tools you have if you have almost nothing.” In a crisis like war, when we’re powerless and vulnerable, there are moments when art is the only way to reduce the overwhelming pressure of events. It is no coincidence that, following
A drop of Bauhaus in the new collection of Modus Design
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A drop of Bauhaus in the new collection of Modus Design

Sometimes all it takes is a cup of tea to take a moment out of the whirlwind of everyday life and notice details that we usually overlook—the hot drink soothes, the playful sway of the filter brings a smile to our face, the tap of the spoon on the
A “sensational” exhibition | Show and business in Pest-Buda
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A “sensational” exhibition | Show and business in Pest-Buda

It’s well worth the effort to head out to Budapest and walk along the wild and scenic Kiscell Park Forest to the Kiscell Museum, which hosts a “sensational” entertainment history exhibition. The milieu of the era almost strikes us as we cross the entrance framed by the title of
Accomplishment of an interior designer through textiles—Interview with Agnieszka Owsiany
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Accomplishment of an interior designer through textiles—Interview with Agnieszka Owsiany

We often witness artists who find accomplishment in a different field than what they originally studied. Polish interior designer Agnieszka Oswiany chose textiles. Agnieszka’s sensitivity is reflected in all her interior design projects, but besides these complex projects that require teamwork, she has also dabbled in textiles, allowing her
A never-ending harvest from Shanghai
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A never-ending harvest from Shanghai

Chinese architecture studio Wutopia Lab transformed an unused stable into a colorful land art with the purpose of proclaiming farm culture and local architecture. The soil, painted in golden yellow with dark red lines, evokes a bountiful harvest field where time has frozen and the harvest is eternal. The site’
The story of the diploma collection by USE unused
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The story of the diploma collection by USE unused

The founders of the USE unused brand, which ceased in 2017, donated the remaining pieces of their joint graduation collection to the Museum of Applied Arts’ Contemporary Design Collection in 2019: three evening dresses, five long and seven short coats.1 In the context of the donation, the designers talked
BME launches an Art Residency Program in Budapest
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BME launches an Art Residency Program in Budapest

It is a common practice worldwide for higher education institutions to host artists and writers for a few months. Following the example of leading universities around the world, this year, for the first time in Hungary, the Budapest University of Technology and Economics and the Pro Progressio Foundation are jointly
Art establishments’ reactions to the Russian-Ukrainian war
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Art establishments’ reactions to the Russian-Ukrainian war

Art galleries transformed into refuges, residency programs for refugees, racing against time to save digital archives—the operation of local art establishments has changed in a blink of an eye, just like Ukrainians’ everyday lives. Meanwhile, the international cultural scene is also changing and facing serious questions: how to provide
Our favorite Ukrainian fashion brands | TOP 5
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Our favorite Ukrainian fashion brands | TOP 5

In the current situation, it is of utmost importance not to lose sight of Ukrainian designers, artists and brands and to support them in every possible way! Therefore, in our selection today, we would like to introduce increasingly popular Ukrainian fashion brands that you can see regularly on international runways,
Ukrainian designers we won’t let out of sight IV.
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Ukrainian designers we won’t let out of sight IV.

In the fourth part of the Ukrainian designers we won’t let out of sight series, we will present three more brands: three brands inspired by the rich and valuable Ukrainian cultural heritage, whether it is a clothing brand fighting for sustainability or a studio producing home accessories. In the
Best of Stefan Lengyel 2022 | MOME—Media Institute
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Best of Stefan Lengyel 2022 | MOME—Media Institute

This February, Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design awarded its outstanding talents for the second time. In the four-part series, we guide you through some of our favorite entries from the Stefan Lengyel Excellence Scholarship. Join us for the final part of our series, featuring projects by students from the
The Ukrainian pavilion’s curators are committed to the Venice Biennale
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The Ukrainian pavilion’s curators are committed to the Venice Biennale

At the Ukrainian pavilion of the 59th Venice Biennale, artist Pavlo Makov will present The Fountain of Exhaustion. Acqua Alta (1995–2022). The kinetic artwork, exploring the themes of infrastructural ruins, cultural erasure, climate collapse, and war, will be the focal point of the pavilion in Venice, despite the war
MOME Anim students in Budapest made a video series on solidarity
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MOME Anim students in Budapest made a video series on solidarity

MOME Anim, Bookr Kids and the National Crime Prevention Council, collaborated on a series of videos about solidarity, in which second and third-year animation students of the Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design worked together with students from the Design and Art Management Department. The short films explore acceptance, grief,
These stylish holiday homes will immediately get you in the mood for a hike! | TOP 5
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These stylish holiday homes will immediately get you in the mood for a hike! | TOP 5

Although sometimes the warm spring rays peek out from behind the gray clouds, unfortunately, for the really good weather, it looks like we will have to wait a while. Nevertheless, on our days off, it is worth going out and taking small and large walks, after all, what could break
What happens when an exhausted repairman, a frustrated wife and a depressed deer meet? Nothing good. | Watch SH_T HAPPENS!
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What happens when an exhausted repairman, a frustrated wife and a depressed deer meet? Nothing good. | Watch SH_T HAPPENS!

An absurd love triangle in a panel building, where the only thing that can grant absolution for the characters is a pigeon with an olive branch in its beak. Or not even that? “When all hell strikes…” perhaps this is how the essence of the Czech film SH_T HAPPENS
Time travel in the present—the heyday of the iconic retro | TOP 5
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Time travel in the present—the heyday of the iconic retro | TOP 5

Retro objects can take us back to the past, to the carefree world of our childhood. It is a strange duality that no matter how we felt at different stages of the twentieth century, we fondly remember contemporary lamps, boho ceramics, or playful (sometimes almost terrifying) porcelain—we love retro
"People are striving for originality these days" | Interview with the founder of the Másik történet, online antique shop
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"People are striving for originality these days" | Interview with the founder of the Másik történet, online antique shop

Objects, in fact, carry a lot of stories—perhaps Andrea Farkas, founder of the Instagram page Másik történet, knows this best, who, after a career of nearly twenty years as an interior designer, has found fulfillment in the online antique trade. In Másik történet, we can see for ourselves how
The wonderful landscapes of Ukraine through the eyes of Ukrainian designers
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The wonderful landscapes of Ukraine through the eyes of Ukrainian designers

At present, the whole world—and, of course, we along with it—is focused on Ukraine. The state in Eastern Europe celebrated its 30th anniversary of independence last year, but is now fighting for its freedom. Home to many talented creators, artists and creative professionals, the country is also rightly
“I am a curious person, interested in everything related to the profession, to wood" | Fanni Hegedűs, woodworker, restorer
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“I am a curious person, interested in everything related to the profession, to wood" | Fanni Hegedűs, woodworker, restorer

She has been around MOME and feels comfortable in the contemporary art scene, but in the end (or perhaps because of this), she chose the bandsaw and the carpenter’s chisel. The story of Fanni Hegedűs is inspiring from many aspects. And why? We’ll tell you! We are in
An exhibition on the celebration of information dumping
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An exhibition on the celebration of information dumping

The underlying thesis of the exhibition entitled Birds of Cool, opened at Q Contemporary, is that digitality and virtuality have now become an indispensable part of cultural consumption and creation. In light of this, the exhibiting young artists make a collective attempt to accept the phenomenon as a fact, rejecting
The Russian pavilion of the Venice Biennale has resigned
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The Russian pavilion of the Venice Biennale has resigned

The curator and artists of the Pavilion of the Russian Federation have voluntarily resigned from their positions, thereby canceling the participation in the 59th International Art Exhibition. The Biennale expresses its solidarity for this noble act and stands beside the motivations that have led to this decision. The Biennale remains
Special handicrafts in an unusual environment | VALAMI Hazai
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Special handicrafts in an unusual environment | VALAMI Hazai

In the eighth district of Budapest, at 14 Práter Street, we can find a really exciting concept: on one side of the gate is the VALAMI Produktív All-Arts Workshop, and on the other the VALAMI Hazai Fine and Applied Art Design Store selling design objects. In this not-so-ordinary environment, which
Cosmic journey in the Polish pavilion of the Dubai World Expo | Instytut B61 x Rad Duet
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Cosmic journey in the Polish pavilion of the Dubai World Expo | Instytut B61 x Rad Duet

In the stories of Slavic mythology and Polish folklore, the connection between outer space and magic is often mentioned, but the astronomer Copernicus, who developed the heliocentric worldview, was also born in the region, not to mention the only Polish astronaut, Mirosław Hermaszewski, who is highly respected in his home
Gagosian debuts new venue with never before exhibited works by Damien Hirst
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Gagosian debuts new venue with never before exhibited works by Damien Hirst

The Gagosian Gallery has opened a new venue in the alpine town of Gstaad in south-western Switzerland, debuting with the exhibition Myths, Legends and Monsters, featuring paintings and drawings by Damien Hirst. The works, created over the last fifteen years, have never been exhibited before. After launching its Basel gallery
Dan Graham, the influential American artist and writer, has died at the age of 79
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Dan Graham, the influential American artist and writer, has died at the age of 79

Dan Graham’s (1942-2022) pioneering art defied genre and conveyed his complex theories through minimalist means. Over a fifty-year career, he moved seamlessly between photography, architecture, sculpture, filmmaking and performance art, while his critical and speculative writing ranged from rock music reviews to astrology and art theory essays. Graham began
Book dispensers promote reading in Poland
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Book dispensers promote reading in Poland

Unfortunately, paging through printed books is increasingly being pushed into the background these days. With the advent of tablets and e-books, the popularity of book-buying began to decline rapidly. But it’s not just the paper format that’s the problem: it’s a common phenomenon worldwide for adults to
Is nanotourism the future?—Unconventional solutions enrich one of Austria's most important lakes
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Is nanotourism the future?—Unconventional solutions enrich one of Austria's most important lakes

What is nanotourism? This concept is a site-specific alternative, focused specifically on the benefits of the area, which goes beyond the conventional principles of tourism: it is an attitude aimed at improving the everyday environment and opening up new opportunities for the local economy. You could also call it alternative
FELIX Budapest welcomes spring with the most promising Hungarian contemporary artists and a new chef
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FELIX Budapest welcomes spring with the most promising Hungarian contemporary artists and a new chef

Outstanding contemporary art and gastronomic experiences at one place—we checked out what FELIX Kitchen&Bar has in store for spring! A new exhibition in the AQVA room and a new chef in the restaurant: we can witness important changes in the life of FELIX Kitchen&Bar. The AQVA Room—
Jeff Koons used a BMW as his canvas this time
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Jeff Koons used a BMW as his canvas this time

Jeff Koons teamed up with BMW again, this time giving the M850i xDrive Gran Coupe an outstanding look. The special edition model takes hundreds of hours to paint, and the result looks like a lightning-fast vehicle rolled off the pages of a comic book. The German carmaker and the American
From runway to gallery—Afterlife of the Dior show in Paris
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From runway to gallery—Afterlife of the Dior show in Paris

The creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri’s spring-summer 2022 Dior Haute Couture premiere was held in an elegant white-blue box in the garden of the Musée Rodin in Paris. On the façade, the black-painted motif of Madhvi and Manu Parekh welcomed guests, which was transformed into colorful embroidery inside. The
The Georgian artist whose jewelry remain relevant across centuries | Sopho Gongliashvili
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The Georgian artist whose jewelry remain relevant across centuries | Sopho Gongliashvili

The work of the Georgian Sopho Gongliashvili is memorable in several ways: it encompasses both East and West, you can feel something ancient in her works that still perfectly fits the playful needs of the present. Vibrant colors, unique techniques, personal experiences and cultural heritage—this is Sopho’s art.
Essence of Hungary—The heart and soul of the country on still lifes
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Essence of Hungary—The heart and soul of the country on still lifes

Hungary is at the intersection of Europe. While in a geographic sense, this is debatable—there are a number of other locations in contention, due to varying methods of measurement—it is likely true in every other sense. The boundary of every major European feature lies somewhere around here. Hungary
Holiday homes that dazzle everyone with their minimalist elegance | Domki Szumilas
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Holiday homes that dazzle everyone with their minimalist elegance | Domki Szumilas

Lubiatowo is a small Polish village right on the shores of the Baltic Sea, bordered by white sand dunes and magnificent pine forests. In this fabulous landscape, the three latest, minimalist, noble wood-covered pieces of the Szumilas project holiday homes await guests wishing to relax and unwind. The clean-style cottages
Bins deserve a little love too | Patterns from André Savaria meet the iconic products of Vipp
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Bins deserve a little love too | Patterns from André Savaria meet the iconic products of Vipp

The stage where cooking takes place, i.e. the kitchen, can be picturesque, and its often ignored, albeit most useful item—the bin—equally deserves our love and attention. Strengthening these sentiments arrives the collaboration between graffiti artist André Savaria and the Danish brand Vipp where the quirky nature of
The Desert X AlUla festival kicked off yesterday
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The Desert X AlUla festival kicked off yesterday

Art is flourishing again in the Arabian Desert, as the second Desert X AlUla, an offshoot of the famous California festival Desert X, opened on 11 February. The exhibition explores ideas of mirage and oasis under the theme of Sarab. Fifteen installations by Saudi and international artists will fill the
Sculptures wrapped in textiles by Magdalena Abakanowicz
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Sculptures wrapped in textiles by Magdalena Abakanowicz

Magdalena Abakanowicz, Polish sculptor and textile artist, revolutionized two disciplines at once, as she got into sculpturing through the technique of weaving. The most complete collection of her work can be found in the National Museum in Wrocław. The monographic exhibition at Pawilonie Czterech Kopuł presents this extremely rich collection,
START MENU—The exhibition of a fictional game
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START MENU—The exhibition of a fictional game

The aesthetics of digital games popular in the 90s, like Snake, Minecraft or Tetris, have become deeply embedded in the visual culture of a generation who are now at the beginning of their career. In the exhibition by recent graduate, artist Martin Góth, both the paintings and the visitors become
Without her, we would have had a much emptier childhood. In terms of storybooks, at least. | The legacy of Kató Lukáts
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Without her, we would have had a much emptier childhood. In terms of storybooks, at least. | The legacy of Kató Lukáts

Kató Lukáts was a star designer. In her day, she made book illustrations, packaging designs and posters (but even furniture!) for a wide variety of customers. The Viennese still receive Altmann & Kühne candies in her boxes to this day. We can now get a taste of her rich oeuvre at
Contemporary jewelry and textiles? Head to Veszprém! | Érintkezések / Contacts
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Contemporary jewelry and textiles? Head to Veszprém! | Érintkezések / Contacts

Veszprém, “the city of the queens,” can be an exciting destination for many reasons if you are heading for the Central Transdanubian region. In 2023, culture will take center stage, as the city will be the European Capital of Culture. But it is worth focusing our attention here now, because
Roma iconographies at the Venice Biennale
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Roma iconographies at the Venice Biennale

The 59th Contemporary Art Biennale in Venice will kick off in April. The motto of this year’s festival is “The Milk of Dreams.” The Polish pavilion will host an exhibition by Polish-Roma artist Małgorzata Mirga-Tas. Małgorzata deals with anti-Roma stereotypes and works on the iconography of Roma communities. The
Designed 45 years ago, set to be built now—The world’s largest permanent artwork
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Designed 45 years ago, set to be built now—The world’s largest permanent artwork

Christo and Jeanne-Claude designed the Mastaba in 1977, and now, 45 years later, almost two years after Christo’s passing, it is finally set to be realized in the Abu Dhabi desert. The public artwork is reminiscent of the London Mastaba, which was created in augmented reality shortly before Christo’
János Fajó and the passionate love of games
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János Fajó and the passionate love of games

Did you play with Legos, dolls, a Rubik’s cube or something totally different as a kid? How did your favorite toys influence you? Nowadays, with the spread of logic games and developmental toys, the educational impact of games is no stranger to us, but in the 1970s, the Hungarian
Hungary's best initiatives await votes in this year’s Highlights of Hungary
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Hungary's best initiatives await votes in this year’s Highlights of Hungary

Fifty stories wait for audience votes on the Highlights of Hungary website until 17 February. Each person can vote for ten stories, and the nominee with the most votes will be awarded the Highlights of Hungary prize of HUF 2 million. Technology, business, culture, science, music and sport are all
The past, present, and future of digital visual culture | Interview with Szilvia Seres
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The past, present, and future of digital visual culture | Interview with Szilvia Seres

The interview book Digitális perspektívák (Digital Perspectives) was published in November 2021 and gives a picture of the Hungarian digital media through the stories of its characters, who were shaping the beginnings and present of the Hungarian new media art, including László Barabási-Albert, Tamás Waliczky, and Prezi co-founder Ádám Somlai-Fischer.
MOME Campus enriched with space-specific installations
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MOME Campus enriched with space-specific installations

It is not unprecedented that both MOME students and the teachers themselves are active as artists. The institution fully supports the exploration of new frontiers, thus constantly inspiring the student community. Within the framework of the Foundation for Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design’s Patronage program, a tangible result
10 years of the iconic place on Budapest’s Madách Square—TELEP
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10 years of the iconic place on Budapest’s Madách Square—TELEP

In a national context, TELEP Budapest has a quite unique way of operating—when you drop in for a drink, you support young artists. The model proved to be highly successful, the coolest place on Madách Square celebrated its 10th birthday last year and has a lot to be proud
Living the freedom | Short film presents the experimental exhibition of Anna Pakosz
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Living the freedom | Short film presents the experimental exhibition of Anna Pakosz

In early September, an extraordinary event allowed visitors to see the Szabadon nő (Freewoman / Growing free) exhibition by Anna Pakosz in Káptalantóti, as you could read about our experiences in this review. This time, Nowness published a video of the special occasion on its cover, presenting “the evening riddled with
Art Basel launches new art fair in Paris
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Art Basel launches new art fair in Paris

When it comes to art, it’s worth turning your attention to Paris. This is where Art Basel gets its foothold by launching a new art fair in the glittering Grand Palais, home to the FIAC contemporary art fair for 47 years. After Switzerland, Miami Beach and Hong Kong, Art
The parallel life of illustrations
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The parallel life of illustrations

During the Hype&Hyper DIALOG thematic month, we spend a whole month searching for parallels and contrasts between the analog and digital worlds. Beyond exploring the current state of the fashion and art market, we have written about the world of analog fragrances. Now it’s time for illustrations! The
It doesn’t matter if you were born after 89, the iron playgrounds still shape your identity | Interview with curator Tamás Don
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It doesn’t matter if you were born after 89, the iron playgrounds still shape your identity | Interview with curator Tamás Don

In the exhibition Borderline Case—which opened its doors to the public on 22 January—Hungarian, Polish, Czech, Slovak and Romanian artists born after 1989 explore the relationship with their own regional identities. What can the region do, after being conditioned to forget its own past in order to move
The harmony of public and personal space
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The harmony of public and personal space

What can we call home? It’s a place where we can truly be ourselves, and where we can spend time with our closest circle, a private space that—whether alone, with family, or with friends—provides the most intimate environment. Regardless of our mood or what we’re wearing,
Where are you, girls? |  Nanavízió x Éva Szombat—Women Quota
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Where are you, girls? | Nanavízió x Éva Szombat—Women Quota

A long consultation and preparation preceded the completion of the photo series, which took the form of a calendar to celebrate the 12th birthday of the Nanavízió architectural firm. From the joint project of Éva Szombat with Nanavízió, on January 15, 2022, an exhibition entitled Nanavízió x Éva Szombat: Women
Virtual clothes: the rise of digital fashion
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Virtual clothes: the rise of digital fashion

We have learned more about the online presence during the pandemic and the lockdowns than ever before. This enforced situation was, however, the perfect context, so to speak, for certain fields to develop. As a result of isolation, many areas have had to resort to unconventional solutions: virtual reality and
Tivadar Csontváry-Kosztka's painting, Mysterious Island, set a new auction record in Hungary
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Tivadar Csontváry-Kosztka's painting, Mysterious Island, set a new auction record in Hungary

The last two years have transformed the domestic art trade, making hybrid auctions more commonplace and helping to broaden the collector base. The growing interest in contemporary art and the value growth of artworks is clearly demonstrated by the many lifetime records and the fact that the average price of
Hong Kong—New York—Tokyo | Interview with Zsófia Ilosvai, curator and founder of Design Pier
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Hong Kong—New York—Tokyo | Interview with Zsófia Ilosvai, curator and founder of Design Pier

Zsófia Ilosvai has been organizing design events for fifteen years, has curated several exhibitions abroad and has been living and working in Hong Kong since 2015. In the city-state, a special administrative region of the People’s Republic of China—usually simply referred to as a city—design is perceived
Is it really the end of physical artworks? NFT vs. traditional art collecting
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Is it really the end of physical artworks? NFT vs. traditional art collecting

At the beginning of last year, most of us had never heard of the NFT (non-fungible token) acronym; however, in one year, the editors of the Scottish Collins Dictionary had already chosen it as the word of 2021. The new medium is fundamentally shaking up the art market: it redefines
Edible beetles in vibrant colors | BUGBAG
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Edible beetles in vibrant colors | BUGBAG

The inclusion of edible beetles in our diet has been recommended for years by researchers and experts in the field, yet many still resent their consumption. However, with the ingenious packaging of the brand BUGBAG, which sells edible arthropods, they want to make the appearance of non-ordinary food more attractive
How the characters of classical paintings live in Kyiv today
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How the characters of classical paintings live in Kyiv today

Ukrainian artist Alexey Kondakov borrows characters from old paintings and uses Photoshop to transpose them into contemporary environments. In his photoshopped images, Kondakov turns the characteristics of consumer culture and modern urban life into parodies, placing figures from classicist painters in situations we are all familiar with. The artist refers
Hungarian contemporary designers among this year's Highlights of Hungary nominees
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Hungarian contemporary designers among this year's Highlights of Hungary nominees

From across borders and beyond, this year’s ambassadors have collected for the Highlights of Hungary the most outstanding and endearing stories that everyone can look up to with pride. There was only one measure: the excellence that can serve as an example to all. Under the slogan “Hass, alkoss,
Life, as an endless inspiration— Interview with Nami Berglund, curator at Behance
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Life, as an endless inspiration— Interview with Nami Berglund, curator at Behance

Judging the works of creatives from all over the world all day, living in a state of constant inspiration—curating at Behance sounds like a dream for many. We talked to Nami Berglund who has been working as a curator for the art website for 10 years—she shared her
“This kind of photography teaches me to appreciate the present”—Interview with Angie Pálmai
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“This kind of photography teaches me to appreciate the present”—Interview with Angie Pálmai

Angie Pálmai is the art director of curated by ATELIER and the visual storyteller of The Journey Matters. However, it would be difficult to introduce Angie in a usual short description, which is why I asked her to tell us about herself, as I had so many questions about her
Homes of contemporary arts—cultural centers in the region | TOP 5
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Homes of contemporary arts—cultural centers in the region | TOP 5

Perhaps the most important aspect in the preparation of the plans of a cultural center is the creation of complex spaces that can accommodate several branches of art at the same time. This requires easily adaptable auditoriums that are very practical but often less aesthetic. However, in our selection today,
Indoor icebergs in Paris
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Indoor icebergs in Paris

Until the end of February, visitors to Le Bon Marché in Paris will encounter two giant icebergs hanging from the ceiling. Envisioned by contemporary Turkish artist Mehmet Ali Uysal and titled SU, the installation draws attention to global warming. With this three-part work, the artist wants to paint a picture
Light meditation turntable from the king of ambient
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Light meditation turntable from the king of ambient

Musician/composer Brian Eno’s sound compositions are known worldwide, but now he has been trying himself in a new role. In collaboration with London’s Paul Stolper Gallery, he has created a limited collection of LED-illuminated turntables. The color, light and sound meditation tool moves on the line between
Monumental murals, livable cities | TOP 5
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Monumental murals, livable cities | TOP 5

Murals can change the atmosphere of neighborhoods and bring life to any environment. They enliven our everyday lives, make us stop and think for a moment. In addition, there is a huge amount of work behind them, serious preparations are needed for the difficult conditions. Take a virtual walk with
MOME launches master’s degree programs in English
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MOME launches master’s degree programs in English

The Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (MOME) is launching full-time master’s degree programs in English. The first English language master’s degree programs at the institution will be Photography and Interaction design. Until April 2022, MOME will promote the new master’s degree programs in the region through
Life scenes from the north-eastern corner of the country
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Life scenes from the north-eastern corner of the country

The socio-photos in János R. Szabó’s exhibition, Stories along the Öreg-Túr River, take us to the north-eastern corner of Hungary. Everyday life situations, landscapes, objects, human glances and gestures evoke the artist’s home, giving an honest portrait of life in the villages of the region. The documenter is
Ode to the present | Daphne Christoforou ceramics
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Ode to the present | Daphne Christoforou ceramics

Curved mirror, absurd moments, the creation of our present based on a thousand-year-old method—these are the expressions that come to mind when we see Daphne Christoforou’s vases, while the words of John Keats’ Ode on a Grecian Urn fit ideally: “Beauty is truth, truth is beauty—that is
Object Fetish EXTRA | Kitchen Program for Prefabricated Houses
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Object Fetish EXTRA | Kitchen Program for Prefabricated Houses

How to make a small kitchen viable? What existing and newly designed objects are needed to carry out kitchen operations with as little annoyance as possible, or even more: making cooking, eating or even just preparing a cup of tea a pleasure? These were, among others, some of the questions
Playing with lights—the garden of the Wilanów Palace with special lighting
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Playing with lights—the garden of the Wilanów Palace with special lighting

With the arrival of winter, the number of sunny hours is unfortunately declining. As Christmas approaches, the streets and parks are dressing up in festive decorations, but in the months after New Year, it’s hard to get ourselves out of the warmth of our home despite the cold weather.
When it’s cold outside: winter photographs, mostly from the east
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When it’s cold outside: winter photographs, mostly from the east

Although there are plenty of landscapes to be photographed in the east in all seasons, here, winter provides a truly postcard-like sight compared to many other regions. In the coldest parts of the world, winter can last up to ten months and summer doesn’t bring any real relief either,
Last minute gift ideas, selected from Hungarian brands
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Last minute gift ideas, selected from Hungarian brands

We have arrived for the long-awaited Christmas week, so all that is left is to tune in to the holidays and bustle in the kitchen, as the gifts are already hidden in the closet. Or maybe not? December is the month when time passes differently, it simply flies unnoticed, so
The sanctity of the modern kitchen: wall ceramics from Poland
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The sanctity of the modern kitchen: wall ceramics from Poland

We have already reported on the Polish brand FRØPT, which has developed a clever and eye-catching concept to overcome the problem of uniform kitchens: they offer unique furniture fronts to match existing IKEA furniture systems so that the kitchen adapts to the personality of the owner, not the other way
From graffiti to ceramics | Interview with Gábor Melka, founder of Melka Studio
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From graffiti to ceramics | Interview with Gábor Melka, founder of Melka Studio

His self-designed 3D ceramic letters and unique furniture can be seen in the recently opened pop-up design shop Dinghi in Buda. His work appears in the huge figurative mosaic of the Hilda restaurant in Budapest, the Breadpit bakery, the Porcellino Grasso Ristorante and the Buda and Kalvin Square shop-front of
In pursuit of "The girl with pearly hair"—American hip-hop tracks sampled from Eastern European songs
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In pursuit of "The girl with pearly hair"—American hip-hop tracks sampled from Eastern European songs

Sampling, which became widespread around the 1980s, was a major breakthrough in hip-hop and electronic genres and revolutionized the producers’ work. Finding the perfect gems through systematic research and creative processes involves careful manipulation, thus creating a delicate blend between the original melody and the new composition. Rap artists often
A story waiting to be told—Majuli
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A story waiting to be told—Majuli

It all started as a holiday and turned into a career-defining project. András Zoltai, photographer, first visited Northeast India in early 2020, where he found something worth waiting a year and a half to return to, and then, despite the travel difficulties caused by the pandemic, to visit again with
"Rock and roll creative" in the eighth district | Kastner Kommunity
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"Rock and roll creative" in the eighth district | Kastner Kommunity

Café, community- and workspace, gallery—this is the definition of Kastner Kommunity. The Budapest office of the Kastner advertising agency is actually not really an office, more like a space, almost a home. If you think this is just another coworking on the map of Budapest, you will be disappointed.
Three things Americans expect from museums
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Three things Americans expect from museums

According to Culture Track’s latest survey, Americans say racism is the most pressing problem in cultural institutions and also criticize the unequal pay, the neglect of climate change and the high ticket prices. The Culture and Community in a Time of Transformation survey, which compares the results of the
Society sees fashion as superfluous and superficial | Interview with Olo Krizova
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Society sees fashion as superfluous and superficial | Interview with Olo Krizova

In the multifaceted life of Olo Krizova, one thing is sure, and that’s fashion. With the establishment of the Czech Fashion Council, we can look at the Czech fashion industry from a new perspective—opening up a dialogue between creative industries while promoting and bringing together the country’s
HIGHLIGHTS | Designers in the background of the fashion world
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HIGHLIGHTS | Designers in the background of the fashion world

Willingly or unwillingly, we all follow different fashion trends. In many cases, simply because our environment does it too. But while the world focuses on clothing fashion, we often forget that every fashion wave is generated by many other creative industries. Our Sunday selection explores themes that directly shape our
Gastronomy and art— A third Sphinx is guarding the Opera
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Gastronomy and art— A third Sphinx is guarding the Opera

There’s a sort of fascinating charm when the idea of a gin distilled in a kitchen, partly “for fun” and partly out of curiosity, evolves over a few years into the opening of a bar on Andrassy Avenue. The story of the First Hungarian Gin Manufactory began five years
Pocket exhibition on the truths of existence | Omara X Háy
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Pocket exhibition on the truths of existence | Omara X Háy

An exceptional encounter between two artistic disciplines and creators is embodied in POKET’s new, extraordinary all-arts volume. In the miniature book Amit gondolsz – az van lefestve (What You Think – It’s Painted—free translation), János Háy has written text sequences for sixty paintings by Omara—Oláh Mara (1945-2020). Over
IN SITU features the best of Hungarian contemporary art and design
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IN SITU features the best of Hungarian contemporary art and design

For the first weekend of December, Initio Fine Arts decorated a downtown apartment with art and design objects. The special selection is on display until 6 December. For Initio Fine Arts, it is important that the artworks are not only displayed on the walls of galleries and exhibition halls but
The NFT work to help understand the stakes of the climate crisis | NFT DEB
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The NFT work to help understand the stakes of the climate crisis | NFT DEB

Europe’s first generative hackathon, the NFT DEB Generative Dimensions, was held in Debrecen and online. During the idea contest, teams led by artists explored the latest developments in blockchain technology and artificial neural networks, as well as their creative applications in arts. Each team researched the relationship between climate
The most promising new wave bands in Eastern Europe | TOP 5
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The most promising new wave bands in Eastern Europe | TOP 5

Discovering new bands is always a refreshing change on gray weekdays, especially if we’re just getting bored of our current playlists and want to update them by adding a few more special songs. In our selection today, we present bands from the region that dazzle us not only with
Can cryptoart be sustainable? | NFT DEB
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Can cryptoart be sustainable? | NFT DEB

The NFT DEB Generative Dimensions was the first generative hackathon and conference in Europe, exploring the latest developments in blockchain technology and artificial neural networks and their creative applications in the arts. This year, participants of the brainstorming competition were looking for answers on how to protect the Hortobágy’s
The Art of the future—Interview with Péter Weiler | NFT DEB
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The Art of the future—Interview with Péter Weiler | NFT DEB

Debrecen was shaken up by an exciting cultural event. The city hosted Europe’s first hackathon aiming to create generative works. The engineers, researchers and artists who arrived at the competition were looking for answers to a pressing problem of climate change. Seven teams competed with leaders such as BarabasiLab,
The anatomy of actions and reactions | Leaving the city part 1
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The anatomy of actions and reactions | Leaving the city part 1

We arrive in Nagykovácsi by car: from a distance, we notice a characteristic detail of the house, the “little tower” covered with burnt larch. Kelet (East), the friendly white Swiss shepherd, greets us warmly at the gate. Zsófi Fenyvesi, artist and graphic designer, the art director of Szikra Mező and
Hungarian videomapping team projected onto the gigantic monument in Croatia
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Hungarian videomapping team projected onto the gigantic monument in Croatia

This time, the three-member Secret Mapping Experiment team visited the abandoned Petrova Gora monument. The Secret Mapping Experiment has been making projections of various buildings and monuments for six years now, usually under the cover of night. For their most recent work, they chose the war memorial designed by Vojin
It’s good if it’s weird: the era of playful pottery—Interview with Malwina Konopacka
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It’s good if it’s weird: the era of playful pottery—Interview with Malwina Konopacka

A perfect home decor item today is more than just an ornament or just a tool to perform its function; the two must work together, and, aesthetically, almost above all, it must stand out. If these expectations are met, the sky’s the limit in terms of style and shape,
Comprehensive & impressive art deco exhibition opens in Poland
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Comprehensive & impressive art deco exhibition opens in Poland

This September, the Mazovian Museum in Płock opened the largest permanent exhibition dedicated to Art Deco in Poland. The exhibition, entitled Art of the Interwar Period includes more than 1,800 design pieces and works of art: furnishings, paintings and sculptures, fashion items, jewelry, as well as valuable paper and
“Positive news isn’t actually that rare”
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“Positive news isn’t actually that rare”

Have you heard of the concert that was played in an auditorium full of houseplants, or when the school classes were moved to the Spanish coast during the quarantine? How about the oldest man in Australia who knitted sweaters to protect penguins? If this news has escaped your attention so
Pharrell Williams and Daniel Arsham also jumped in to shape the future of the NFT market
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Pharrell Williams and Daniel Arsham also jumped in to shape the future of the NFT market

CXIP is an emerging NFT community platform with such leading artists as the American artist Daniel Arsham and the media artist Jen Stark: their aim is to defend artists’ rights in the metaverse. Non-fungible tokens, or NFT creations, have suddenly exploded into the art world. Their reception is also divided
A guy from MOME who brings us the monumental ceramics of Slovakia
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A guy from MOME who brings us the monumental ceramics of Slovakia

Mátyás Zagiba launched an Instagram account with the name LEN HLINA, or “Clay Only” to promote the unfairly forgotten building-decorating ceramics. Mátyás Zagiba, a second-year ceramics student at MOME, came to Budapest from Jovice, a Slovakian village with barely eight hundred inhabitants. In March of this year, during the pandemic,
Debrecen hosts the first generative NFT hackathon and conference in Europe
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Debrecen hosts the first generative NFT hackathon and conference in Europe

The NFT DEB Generative Dimensions is the first generative hackathon and conference in Europe, exploring the latest developments in blockchain technology and artificial neural networks and their creative applications in arts. How can the migratory birds of the Hortobágy be freed from man-made damage? This year’s participants in the
Check out the latest music video of mïus!
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Check out the latest music video of mïus!

The Hungarian mïus dropped his joint album “How To” with Polish Raf Skowronski at the end of October. Noémi Barkóczi, a well-known songwriter-singer in the Hungarian Lo-fi scene, made an animated video clip for the album’s song Words. Noémi Barkóczi complied with the request, and the clip absurdly evoked
The Czech pavilion brings rain to the EXPO 2020 wrapped in a golden glow
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The Czech pavilion brings rain to the EXPO 2020 wrapped in a golden glow

The Czechs’ pavilion will be an oasis in the desert of the United Arab Emirates, bringing water, the greatest gift of all, to the Dubai 2020 World Expo. The light installation, entitled Golden Rain, was designed and created by the glass and design company LASVIT and depicts the process of
A book celebrating the matchboxes of socialism
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A book celebrating the matchboxes of socialism

Did the designers of the former matchboxes think that they were not only designing a striking everyday object but enclosing a slice of the socialist era in a time capsule? Her love of history and design flew Glasgow’s web designer Jane McDevitt to the library, where she came across
The true weight of the cloud | Exhibition on the materiality of digital culture
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The true weight of the cloud | Exhibition on the materiality of digital culture

When the issues of sustainability and ecological crisis started to gain public attention, emotive images such as the straw stuck in the turtle’s head demystified the common belief that rubbish ceases to exist as soon as it is thrown away.  The impact of our material culture on the environment,
A multi-sensory creative space was born in MaxCity
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A multi-sensory creative space was born in MaxCity

In October 2021, MaxCity, based in Törökbálint, brought to life an international creative arts project. As part of the Budapest Design Week, they gave the future-oriented installation, the Kollab cube, in the hands of artists. The Rising Grid Collab Cube, which is actually an extra-tuned spherical zone, was fully given
The deconstructive pop artist who blows up the cartoon characters of our childhood—interview with Matt Gondek
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The deconstructive pop artist who blows up the cartoon characters of our childhood—interview with Matt Gondek

Matt Gondek was born in the eighties, so it’s no surprise that his art is most influenced by the visual world of comics and punk culture. The exploding-headed Bugs Bunny and the gangster Donald Duck are the familiar strangers we all understand without a background in art, and Gondek
DECODE Awards were presented for the fourth time
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DECODE Awards were presented for the fourth time

An exhibition of works submitted to the DECODE competition opened at the Faur Zsófi Gallery on November 10. In addition to the one-week opening hours, it will be available to the general public online for one whole year. The DECODE Foundation for Contemporary Architecture and Art awarded the best projects
New pop-up store brings new life to Budafoki Street | Dinghi
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New pop-up store brings new life to Budafoki Street | Dinghi

A lot depends on timing, and indeed Buda’s newest pop-up shop could not have opened at a better time. Dinghi is located on Budafoki Road, parallel to Bartók Béla Boulevard. It is close enough to the ”boulevard” and the University of Technology, the bustling hub of the eleventh district,
A trilingual book from a traveling exhibition: the history of Transylvania Retouched
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A trilingual book from a traveling exhibition: the history of Transylvania Retouched

The exhibition Transylvania Retouched—Landscape and Representation presents the work and atmosphere of the Marosvásárhelyi Műhely (Târgu Mureş Workshop—free translation), better known as the MAMŰ art association. The exhibition debuted in Berlin in June 2019, followed by several Hungarian and Romanian venues in 2020. This edition, however, is not
The high art of recycling | Interview with Krisztina Czika
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The high art of recycling | Interview with Krisztina Czika

How do everyday things in our world work, let’s say a toaster or a loudspeaker? What can we do with the unnecessary things like lint from the clothes dryer, hair clippings, or used wax that keeps being produced around us? How can waste be broken down into its components
Cyberspace in the physical space
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Cyberspace in the physical space

How does virtuality manifest itself in our lives? When will cyberspace become our prime living space? Or has it already happened? ENTER_the_FUNKY_JUNGLE explores the intertwining and interdependent, already and not yet completely disconnected boundaries of cyberspace and meatspace, or the real world and the online space through
Artist duo | EJTECH
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Artist duo | EJTECH

We could already encounter the special sound, textile and space-specific installations of Judit Eszter Kárpáti and Esteban de la Torre, the creators of EJTECH, in exhibition spaces, chapels and festivals in Hungary and abroad. Their techno-spiritualism has caught the attention of the art scene, but also of the film and
Hungarian design—10+1 experiments | Hungarian design then and now
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Hungarian design—10+1 experiments | Hungarian design then and now

Within the framework of a university course, students of MOME undertook to translate the theme and questions of the “Magyar design – 10+1 kísérlet” (Hungarian design—10+1 experiments) exhibition initiated as a problem identification by Mihály Pohárnok in 1972, into the present day. The exhibition, launched in the 1970s,
The sacred images of the Museum of Applied Arts inspired the new collection of Romani Design
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The sacred images of the Museum of Applied Arts inspired the new collection of Romani Design

In the project of the Museum of Applied Arts, unusual everyday dialogues are born: in the series In Circulation, contemporary designers reflect on each work of art in the museum’s collection, thus creating an encounter where the past and the present are intertwined. The current guest of the series
Revenge of the analog: stunning album covers from Europe | TOP 5
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Revenge of the analog: stunning album covers from Europe | TOP 5

The pandemic-ridden period of recent years has left a deep mark on most industries, unfortunately not in a very positive sense. Encouragingly, however, Discogs reports show that there is a spirit of unity among music fans, with vinyl sales breaking records year on year, making it the most popular music
Unconventional galleries from Eastern Europe | TOP 5
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Unconventional galleries from Eastern Europe | TOP 5

Unusual themes and unusual settings characterize these Eastern European exhibition spaces. Join us and find out what the ‘gallery’ name can cover! Budapest Poster Gallery | Hungary The gallery, founded in 2010, focuses on twentieth-century Hungarian and international art. Its offer is unique in its kind: featuring original posters, poster designs
An extraordinary journey around the mythical tree of life: the debut of Łukasz Poleszak’s new album
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An extraordinary journey around the mythical tree of life: the debut of Łukasz Poleszak’s new album

Picture yourself walking along the sandy shores of a remote island, greeting the jellyfish hiding in the tide pools, then moving on—already on the streets of London—we find ourselves at a Mass in Congo. Łukasz Poleszak’s newly debuted album Roots is just as trippy, unusual and meditative:
Behind the scenes with the art director of Wes Anderson’s latest film
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Behind the scenes with the art director of Wes Anderson’s latest film

After a long time, the movie world is in Wes Anderson fever again as The French Dispatch has debuted. The film’s plot revolves around the foreign bureau of an American journalist, as expected, it promises to be the most “Wesandersonal” film of all time. As usual, Wes Anderson’s
Animated short film about the legendary boxer Laci Papp wins award
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Animated short film about the legendary boxer Laci Papp wins award

The Cinemira KIDS International Children’s Film Festival, featuring a wide range of sold-out events, closed with an awards ceremony over the weekend. The Golden Squirrel Award for the Best Short Film for Children from Hungary went to the animation entitled Papp Laci, directed by Ervin B. Nagy. The Cinemira
The socialist architectural legacy of Odesa captured on an Instagram account
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The socialist architectural legacy of Odesa captured on an Instagram account

The @odessamodernism Instagram account presents the buildings, monuments and ornaments of the Soviet era from different parts of the Ukrainian seaside city of Odesa. Much of the city of Odesa was built during the Soviet Union in the second half of the 20th century. The account proves that this architectural
Immerse yourself in the unconventional video clip of AXA's experimental sound poetry
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Immerse yourself in the unconventional video clip of AXA's experimental sound poetry

Hungarian film and techno producer András Polonyi, also known as AXA, has made his debut EP “Bolestan” as a quarantine project. Based on experimentation and a series of random incidents, the tracks are characterized by an atonal, raw and brutal sound that takes the listener into a surreal world. This
Objective | Károly Szalóky’s favorite objects
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Objective | Károly Szalóky’s favorite objects

Károly Szalóky is a real old-fashioned gentleman: the founder and owner of the Várfok Gallery is a fan not only of works of art but also of pétanque, among other things—he was the one who introduced the popular French ball game in Hungary. There are several unique objects hiding
Dialogue between East and East: Q Contemporary in Budapest opened its doors to the public
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Dialogue between East and East: Q Contemporary in Budapest opened its doors to the public

The inaugural exhibition of Q Contemporary, a private museum in Budapest, opened on 21 September 2021. But what is Q Contemporary? What is its purpose and how does art from Central and Eastern Europe relate to the Far East? This is what we have been looking into. Written by Kinga
Slovenian novelties await you at Design Without Borders | Made in Slovenia—The Future of Living
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Slovenian novelties await you at Design Without Borders | Made in Slovenia—The Future of Living

This year the Design without borders exhibition welcomes visitors to a magical new venue—the Kiscell Museum’s magnificent church hall will host one of the region’s most prestigious design forums for over a month. Once again, a great number of designers will present their unique work, with almost
Painting that evokes emotions—The wonderful world of Máté Orr
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Painting that evokes emotions—The wonderful world of Máté Orr

Once you’ve seen them, it’s hard to get his images out of your head. Sensitive still lifes and extraordinary animal portraits with a metaphysical edge. We are  introducing the captivating visual world of Máté Orr! Your exhibitions sell out at record speed, with collectors from home and abroad
Screen printing as a ceremony—Interview with graphic artist Bálint Varga
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Screen printing as a ceremony—Interview with graphic artist Bálint Varga

He expresses himself with papers and colors as part of a ritual that gives space for improvisation and also for challenges. Behind the scenes of Printa, we asked the head of the Budapest store’s screen printing studio, Bálint Varga, about silkscreening, his creative methods, and his graphic work. Interview!
These were our favorites at this year’s Designblok
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These were our favorites at this year’s Designblok

We hyped some Czech brands in last week’s round-up, but now we’ll tell you what we liked the most at the Designblok event in Prague. Our editors’ side notes! Mark Gelley’s favorites We returned from Prague filled with creative energy and a renewed sense of purpose: no
When two rarities meet: VUUV Works and the Farkaskő Cave Art Association in Noszvaj
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When two rarities meet: VUUV Works and the Farkaskő Cave Art Association in Noszvaj

Designer Anna Lébényi, one of the creators of VUUV Works, researched the organic architecture of Hungary in connection with her diploma work years ago, when she found the unique Noszvaj creative workshop, which is special in every respect. From the first moment, Anna felt that the brand identity and spirit
Human-centered design in a luxury resort
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Human-centered design in a luxury resort

The newly opened villas and related infrastructure in the Maldives are the embodiment of luxury on a human scale. Nature meets design, technology meets rusticity for maximum relaxation, comfort and aesthetic experience. Inspired by the beauty and metaphorical significance of the archipelago, the MK27 architectural studio designed the resort complex,
Anna Amélie debuted with the new HOME ceramic collection
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Anna Amélie debuted with the new HOME ceramic collection

The designer of Anna Amélie, Anna Oláh’s new HOME ceramic collection debuted at the S/ALON BUDAPEST Interior Design Fair in September. Anna again proves that her work is diverse: primarily after designing accessories and bags, she dazzled the fans of her characteristic lines with her own clothing collection—
Objective | Anh Tuan's favorite objects
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Objective | Anh Tuan's favorite objects

The Vietnam-born Anh Tuan first burst onto the Hungarian market with his premium leather bags, and nowadays, his name is rather known in the gastronomic world: he runs, among others, Sáo, a restaurant serving Chinese dishes, and Quí, a restaurant offering specialties of Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. At him, everything
The world-class design that surrounds us: decorative awareness at the 360 Design Budapest
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The world-class design that surrounds us: decorative awareness at the 360 Design Budapest

The most innovative creations of the Hungarian and regional design scene were on show again this year—the 360 Design Budapest exhibition, showcasing revolutionary new design trends, dreamed up by the Hungarian Fashion & Design Agency, has reopened for a week at Bálna Budapest. After last year’s success, the event
360 Design Budapest X LuCreate Design—interview with Mateusz Kunkiewicz, Polish representative of design DIALOG
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360 Design Budapest X LuCreate Design—interview with Mateusz Kunkiewicz, Polish representative of design DIALOG

360 Design Budapest is already well underway, with design-related events on the agenda all week long. One of the events on Friday is the second design DIALOG roundtable discussion, titled Visegrad 4 the future of design. The discussion will bring together representatives from the V4 countries to explore design in
Colors in everyday life: autumn cultural programs | TOP 5
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Colors in everyday life: autumn cultural programs | TOP 5

For many, autumn has marked the end of a refreshing summer, where monotony and greyness slip into people’s everyday lives without a word—but that’s not at all like this, as this languid yet shining period holds countless surprises. In our selection today, we show the heart-warming shades
HARMÓNIA | Nanushka's new collection debuts with the brand's first short film
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HARMÓNIA | Nanushka's new collection debuts with the brand's first short film

The worldwide known Hungarian brand Nanushka presents its first short film of the Spring/Summer 2022 collection in collaboration with NOWNESS and director Isaac Lock. HARMÓNIA (HARMONY) takes viewers on a casting that greatly reflects how following orders, living up to expectations and self-expression are all intertwined. The short film
The art of active thinking about nature and technology
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The art of active thinking about nature and technology

It’s not easy to define Fuzzy Earth’s work: they operate at the boundaries of architecture, design, art, agriculture, horticulture and technology, while their mediums go beyond these categories. They demystify entrenched belief systems, encourage reflection and questioning while not seek to simplify the complex layers of our world.
Objective | Iván Vitáris’ favorite objects
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Objective | Iván Vitáris’ favorite objects

An antique book, a notebook, a pen, a cigar cutter and a comb that fits in the palm of your hand are also hidden in Iván Vitáris’ bag—without them, he never leaves home. Ivan & The Parazol’s frontman could even have the title of industrial product and design engineer
HIGHLIGHTS | Colored world
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HIGHLIGHTS | Colored world

Every week, we bring you even more exciting creative projects, this time we take you into the realm of maps. These colorful illustrations as well as encourage us to visit a region, also give us a better insight into the daily lives of the people living there. Let’s have
Scent and music speak the same language—Filippo Sorcinelli, the Pope’s tailor, visited Budapest
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Scent and music speak the same language—Filippo Sorcinelli, the Pope’s tailor, visited Budapest

The essence of sacred art is to forget the outside world and breathe in beauty in just a matter of moments. Italian artist Filippo Sorcinelli, organist, perfumer—and not least, the tailor of the pope—visited Budapest to present his latest scent, Reliqvia in the 7scents perfumery next to Károlyi
Witchcraft^3: mixes of Дeva’s latest song released
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Witchcraft^3: mixes of Дeva’s latest song released

On Hungary’s ever-expanding music palette, more and more folk music celebrating artists or productions pop up. As in all art forms, tradition keeping plays an important role here. This is triply true in this case: today saw the release of the reimagined versions of Dorina Takács’, “Дeva” March debut
Hungarian success at one of Europe's most prestigious design fairs
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Hungarian success at one of Europe's most prestigious design fairs

Excellent results were achieved at Maison&Objet, the Paris design fair held from 9-13 September, where ten Hungarian designers presented their work. Sára Kele’s furniture family made it to the top of the French Marie Claire’s list. One of the main strategic objectives of the Hungarian Fashion & Design
Personal living spaces—Interview with Marta Chrapka, founder of Colombe Studio
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Personal living spaces—Interview with Marta Chrapka, founder of Colombe Studio

Warsaw-based Colombe Studio offers a complex interior design service, from personalized and selected antique pieces to metalworking and upholstery, all using the highest quality raw materials. And the end result, within the distinctive interior raises a thousand questions: it’s hard to look at the projects the studio has completed
Design webshop from the future
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Design webshop from the future

The futuristic Italian design brand JCP UNIVERSE transforms everyday objects into items from an imagined alternative reality. Their newly launched digital store is a perfect example. The brand has always aspired to bring culture to the masses and blurs the lines between art and design. Their objects draw attention to
Everyday objects, intimate moments by the Czech Křehký
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Everyday objects, intimate moments by the Czech Křehký

Teapots, cups, vases and plates. An infinitely simple system of everyday objects. We use them so often that we tend to completely overlook their aesthetic appearance. Yet a carefully made, individually designed porcelain or glass object can bring color to the greyness of everyday life. Meet the Křehký brand and
Wearable algorithms
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Wearable algorithms

Ágoston Balázs Kiss brings the world of objects and software together with his parametric jewelry. His futuristic pieces, made in collaboration with fashion designer Kata Szegedi, were last showcased in Milan. Balázs has been working in 3D design for six years now, and understanding the software is what interested him
Erosion sealed in glass—Anna Jožová at the Venice Biennale
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Erosion sealed in glass—Anna Jožová at the Venice Biennale

Anna Jožová, a promising young artist from the glass studio of the Academy of Arts, Architecture, and Design in Prague (UMPRUM), presented her latest work at the 2021 Venice Biennale. The Czech glassmaker was fascinated by ceramics and porcelain very early on, during high school. Despite her young age, her
Vienna's famous Brutalist church reimagined
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Vienna's famous Brutalist church reimagined

Brutalist concrete monstrosities are some of the most controversial and, at the same time, considered some of the least attractive buildings in architectural history, while more and more people see the beauty and the value in them to be preserved. Both their restoration and demolition are expensive and complicated, so
Like walking through a kaleidoscope—Ólafur Elíasson’s latest work!
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Like walking through a kaleidoscope—Ólafur Elíasson’s latest work!

Ólafur Elíasson’s large-scale installations often confront us with nature-inspired elemental visions, and as a visitor, it is easy to become immersed in the atmosphere of the spaces he designs—this is no different with his latest work, presented in South Korea. The Danish-Icelandic artist’s new exhibition, The Living
This year’s winner of the Leopold Bloom Art Award: Eszter Szabó
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This year’s winner of the Leopold Bloom Art Award: Eszter Szabó

The Leopold Bloom Art Award, won this year by Eszter Szabó, was presented at the recently opened Q Contemporary, a private museum founded by Queenie Rosita Law on Andrassy Avenue. The exhibition of the finalists will be on display at Q Contemporary from 21 September to 14 November. The Leopold
For women only! - Brussels' first club for women has opened
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For women only! - Brussels' first club for women has opened

Strange, that while the goal is to achieve gender equality across Europe, in our next news piece, it’s a bit like we are being flown back to the last century. As, after a long time, this year, the Belgian capital’s first women’s club opened in a remarkable
Jewelry collection of flower buds cast in porcelain
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Jewelry collection of flower buds cast in porcelain

The Ukrainian Lake Studio initially started out as a fashion brand, but in recent seasons they have also come up with separately crafted jewelry collections in addition to their clothes. The latest pieces, called SEEDS, are real specialties: real flower buds are cast in porcelain, so no two pieces are
Around the World in 80 days with Lehel Kovács
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Around the World in 80 days with Lehel Kovács

Places around the world, with a slightly retro, slightly pop-art feel, come to life in Lehel Kovács’ new project. If exploratory journeys are not an option for a while, the Budapest-based illustrator treats us to his new book project, based on Google street views. Here we go! Lehel Kovács is
Will the Guggenheim Museum in Abu Dhabi be built after all?
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Will the Guggenheim Museum in Abu Dhabi be built after all?

The new opening date for the Frank Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum in Abu Dhabi has been announced: construction is expected to end in 2026. The announcement was made by Guggenheim’s director Richard Armstrong at a press conference in Basel. The decision to create the building was first taken in 2006
Traces of memories compressed into collages— book by Rita Koszorús released
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Traces of memories compressed into collages— book by Rita Koszorús released

Artist Rita Koszorús created collages during her travels and residency programs, which were published in a book in August this year. The atmosphere, views, and memory traces of Paris, Berlin, Békéscsaba, or even Selmecbánya are compressed in abstract compositions. In her art practice, Rita Koszorús, a Hungarian artist from Slovakia,
Rising Eastern European illustrators | TOP 5
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Rising Eastern European illustrators | TOP 5

Some are inspired by children’s books, some are inspired by architecture or their own memories, the environment around them, or just another artist—we gathered five defining illustrators from the region who are different in character but stand out from the visual noise. Let’s see! Daniela Olejniková | Slovakia
In pursuit of the first Hungarian NFT gallery
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In pursuit of the first Hungarian NFT gallery

The rising hype around NFT is fundamentally shaking up the established structures of the art world and the art dealing. The as-yet immature platform has seen renowned artists such as Damien Hirst, anonymous creators who became famous overnight, and a lot of visual rubbish for huge sums of money. But
Future meets tradition | The symbol of Venice reimagined
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Future meets tradition | The symbol of Venice reimagined

It would be pretty hard to find anyone who wouldn’t think about gondolas first when thinking about Venice. Marco Balich, the designer who created the famous Tree of Life at Expo 2015, asked Philippe Starck to reimagine one of the most iconic symbols of Italian beauty and heritage. The
Oriental-inspired Pink Moon rug by Wendy Morrison at S/ALON BUDAPEST
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Oriental-inspired Pink Moon rug by Wendy Morrison at S/ALON BUDAPEST

This year, the S/ALON BUDAPEST Interior Design Fair will take place between 24-26 September, transforming the Budapest Arena again into a contiguous exhibition space for three days. Visitors will get to admire one of Wendy Morrison’s stunning creations, the Pink Moon, which the Scottish artist offered to the
Awards for this year’s most beautiful Czech books were presented
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Awards for this year’s most beautiful Czech books were presented

The world of books is already astonishing in itself, but when accompanied by a unique graphic element, it not only takes you to another world, it also provides an aesthetic experience. Nowadays, many beautiful volumes are published every day, so the refined visuals are slowly intertwined with the books as
The Vintage Photo Festival is being held in Poland for the seventh time
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The Vintage Photo Festival is being held in Poland for the seventh time

The Vintage Photo Festival is an international event that has been held since 2015 in Bydgoszcz, Poland. The unique festival provides access to several exhibitions, such as analog photography, author meetings and visitors can get to know old photographic techniques through workshops. It will be held between September 17 and
“Jewelry hides secrets to be deciphered” | Interview with Anna Börcsök
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“Jewelry hides secrets to be deciphered” | Interview with Anna Börcsök

For Anna Börcsök, jewelry designer, jewelry is not just an object, but a medium that can connect people. She herself does not shy away from asking uncomfortable questions through a piece of jewelry. Most recently, for example, she decided to use cans as the basic material for her jewelry. Interview!
A new creative era begins for Zoltán Tombor
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A new creative era begins for Zoltán Tombor

The first solo institutional exhibition of photographer Zoltán Tombor is a professional summary of the past years and a farewell: a solemn letting go of life situations and eras through captured moments. An interview with the artist. In the exhibition titled “Fényterápia” (Light Therapy—free translation), alongside Zoltán’s most
Christo's big dream fulfilled: the Arc de Triomphe is wrapped
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Christo's big dream fulfilled: the Arc de Triomphe is wrapped

The Bulgarian-born artist, who died last year, funded his dream himself by selling his early sketches and works. Almost sixty years have passed since Christo, working with Jeanne-Claude, looked out of the window of his rented room near the Arc de Triomphe and decided he wanted to wrap up the
Self-reflection and analytical thinking in Dorottya Kránicz’s works
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Self-reflection and analytical thinking in Dorottya Kránicz’s works

Sensitive, honest, and genuine with a touch of irony and humor. In her work, alongside everyday situations, Hungarian folk traditions and questions of motherhood are also brought to the table. We talked with Dorottya Kránicz, illustrator and journalist. Working both as a journalist and an illustrator—you are getting more
Pandemic beyond reality
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Pandemic beyond reality

The works of the Slovak photographer Andrea Koporová are easily recognizable for their special characteristics: spaces filled with a surreal atmosphere, vivid color tones, sensitive female figures, and symmetrical compositions form the photographer’s visual world. In her latest series of photographs, she elevates the visualization of the coronavirus and
When a tile becomes erotic
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When a tile becomes erotic

French artist AmiKarla Sutra’s creations of amorous figures exude the exuberance of carefree, hot summers, being both bewildering and liberating. Her street art tiles can be seen around the world, in Paris, Tokyo, Florence and Lisbon. Karla is a real traveler: she was born in Paris, studied in the
In the world of stationery | TOP 5
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In the world of stationery | TOP 5

Always a more exciting and lovable product is born when it is made slowly, by hand, and with traditional processes. This is also due to the fact that whoever makes the product with great care, in many cases puts their heart and soul into the finished goods. You have to
The experimental exhibition on living the present by Anna Pakosz
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The experimental exhibition on living the present by Anna Pakosz

In the early days of September, we were invited to an extraordinary art event on the picturesque slopes of the Balaton Uplands in Káptalantóti. The one-evening exhibition, entitled “Szabadon nő” (Freewoman / Growing free—free transl.) of Anna Pakosz, engaged all the senses of the participants: the setting, the lights, the
Agostino Iacurci adds color to Europe’s cities with these murals
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Agostino Iacurci adds color to Europe’s cities with these murals

Whether our destination is an Italian village, the capital of Ukraine, or a Western European metropolis, stumbling across Agostino Iacurci’s murals in these places will immediately lift our spirits. The vibrantly colored, gigantic artworks of the Italian artist are popping up in more and more places worldwide. We give
Antidote Community | It’s all about electronic music and its cultural impact
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Antidote Community | It’s all about electronic music and its cultural impact

Just a year ago, I first came across a Youtube video in which Monika Seta’s warm-up set on top of MO Muziejus hiding in Vilnius’s Old Town flew viewers into the night. There’s something that hasn’t changed about the Antidote Community since then: special venues, gorgeous
Eastern Europe documented | TOP 5
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Eastern Europe documented | TOP 5

The picturesque landscapes of Eastern Europe lead us to forgotten villages, small communities. The identity of Central and Eastern Europe is inspiring to many photographers, as what is a bygone memory elsewhere is the raw reality here in many areas. Five documentary photographers, five perspectives exploring an always exciting subject:
A gap-filling album on the last 20 years of Hungarian typography is published
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A gap-filling album on the last 20 years of Hungarian typography is published

The first printed bilingual volume in Arthungry’s series on the design arts, TypoHungry – Tipográfia Magyarországon a XXI. században, is available for pre-order. The album covers the history of Hungarian typeface design and typography over the past twenty years, as well as curatorial interviews and selected typographic works that have
An offbeat tattoo studio where contemporary art and minimalism rule
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An offbeat tattoo studio where contemporary art and minimalism rule

The 6:19 tattoo salon evokes the white cube effect of contemporary art galleries. The extravagant yet clean interior is the embodiment of founder Ulyana Nesheva’s style and artistic vision. The studio gives seven tattoo artists a space to create. Join us for a visit to the historic Podil
Can chewed gum become jewelry?
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Can chewed gum become jewelry?

An illusory necklace, a brooch resembling wire fences, and a duck head in solid gold—including these and other unusual pieces are on display at the “IDOL” exhibition at Budapest Jewelry Week. The show, which runs until September 12, features work by some of the world’s best-known jewelry designers
It is time to work together on reshaping our relationship with the planet—interview with curator Marlies Wirth
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It is time to work together on reshaping our relationship with the planet—interview with curator Marlies Wirth

The Vienna Biennale program series takes place in Vienna for the fourth time this year. Exhibitions running across multiple venues until early October aim to show—through a selection of works from the fields of art, architecture, and design—that our planet can still have a future if we act
Yuri Suzuki's installation brings people closer through the sounds of London
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Yuri Suzuki's installation brings people closer through the sounds of London

An interactive installation to re-connect citizens in London. Following the lockdowns caused by the Coronavirus, several cities have decided to use art and design to create opportunities for people to meet in public spaces. This time, London has set up an interactive installation: Sonic Bloom, curated by Alter Projects, aims
Sleeping Beauty’s dream in Ipolytarnóc | Hype X Field of Sparks
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Sleeping Beauty’s dream in Ipolytarnóc | Hype X Field of Sparks

An installation that evolves into a stage through interdisciplinary collaboration to further enrich the Field of Sparks site in the countryside of Ipolytarnóc. The initiative provides space for creation not only for architect studios but also for university projects and students. In the latest part of our mini-series, we focus
A double-sided label reflects last year’s difficulties on this limited-edition gin
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A double-sided label reflects last year’s difficulties on this limited-edition gin

The coronavirus has benefited no one, no matter what profession we are talking about. In the field of gastronomy, the virus has created a largely unpromising and questionable situation: a similar situation has occurred at the Asian restaurant Shamo in Łódź. This gave rise to the idea of valuing the
Slovenian designers were inspired by a novel reinterpreting self-isolation
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Slovenian designers were inspired by a novel reinterpreting self-isolation

What does an artist do during quarantine? French writer Xaviér de Mainstre wrote an unusual travel diary in his novel A Journey Around My Room: he captured his forty-two-day isolation while discovering and documenting every corner of his room. Like the diary, published in 1790, we were able to experience
Boho light sources | TOP 5
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Boho light sources | TOP 5

One of the most playful decor elements is undoubtedly the lamp: be it minimalist, modern or colorful, it definitely embodies the triad of function, art and technology, while also expressing our style. This is why sometimes incredibly extreme solutions can be created that are not only aesthetic, but also fun.
HIGHLIGHTS | The last adventures of the summer
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HIGHLIGHTS | The last adventures of the summer

With the season coming to an end, our hours in the sun are getting shorter: autumn is approaching, but before we bury our well-deserved rest, let’s re-live together a few projects that will be a joy to remember in the midst of the grey weekdays. Holiday culture is the
Gödöllő’s Art Nouveau jewel box as interpreted by contemporary artists
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Gödöllő’s Art Nouveau jewel box as interpreted by contemporary artists

A gateway woven from gold cord, a rose window made of plants, a table set under the deciduous trees of the garden—in such and similar ways, contemporary artists reflect on the spiritual heritage of the former Art Nouveau art colony in Gödöllő. An oasis of peace in Gödöllő, if
The exhibition of Architecture Uncomfortable Workshop opened in Prague
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The exhibition of Architecture Uncomfortable Workshop opened in Prague

An exhibition summarizing the work of the Budapest group of architects can be visited until September 11 at the VI PER Gallery in Prague. The exhibition called Planning and Building Methods provides an insight into the work of the Architecture Uncomfortable Workshop over the past nine years through various installations,
Joanna Wzorek: postcards from Poland
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Joanna Wzorek: postcards from Poland

Leaving our homeland is not always easy, and returning feels like a big dose of nostalgia is on our shoulders. Polish Joanna Wzorek, a London-based photographer’s new project is a homage to the homeland included in a zine. During the closures caused by the pandemic, Joanna was stuck in
A Russian-Israeli-Bulgarian graphic artist in Budapest
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A Russian-Israeli-Bulgarian graphic artist in Budapest

Sandra Poliakov’s graphics radiate a deep sense of authentic happiness that transcends cultures and borders. Her artwork, among other things, has a noticeable Mediterranean and Eastern European attachment. The Russian-Israeli-Bulgarian artist was born in Israel, went to school in Moscow, attended university in Barcelona and moved to Budapest five
“Art changes everything” | Hype X Field of Sparks
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“Art changes everything” | Hype X Field of Sparks

Not just an event, but an initiative that brings together artists, architects and designers to create a new narrative for Ipolytarnóc, the northernmost village of Nógrád County. Using the language of art, working with local people, they open up new perspectives and create a new identity that nurtures the community
New apartments have been added to the coolest place of the Balaton Uplands
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New apartments have been added to the coolest place of the Balaton Uplands

Last summer, we visited the owners of Közért Bar and Csemege Presszó, that is, the Káli Cool, Zsófi Faur and his partner, Pál Szilágyi, who are well-known from the Budapest art scene. Not long after the first anniversary of their opening, they are full of new ideas, energy and plans.
Periscope sculpture reflecting the ocean
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Periscope sculpture reflecting the ocean

Australian-born artist Joel Adler’s periscope-like sculpture reflects the surface of the ocean in a way we have never seen before. The permanent installation is located in the Vaucluse area of Sydney’s East Coast suburbs. The sculpture, called Viewfinder, consists of a two-hundred-kilogram mirror and six tons of concrete
Fragrant plant based artwork from a Hungarian textile artist
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Fragrant plant based artwork from a Hungarian textile artist

Turning from textiles to plants, Csenge Győrbíró now creates multisensory artworks with the involvement of nature itself. Unique scent combinations and tactile, natural surfaces: an arboretum in your living room! Interview. You graduated as a textile designer at the Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design. How did then you turn
An inspiring mission of applied artists
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An inspiring mission of applied artists

W.A.S.E. (We Are So Enthusiastic) is an inspirational zine, pop-up gallery, online archive of ideas and creative community recently launched by the internationally recognized Hungarian-Spanish-Russian collective Kinoprvada. Danila Kostil, a key member of the formation, gave us a tour of their debut exhibition at Hybridart Space in
A Polish designer in Brazil: oeuvre exhibition of Jorge Zalszupin
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A Polish designer in Brazil: oeuvre exhibition of Jorge Zalszupin

Polish-born architect and designer Jorge Zalszupin would have celebrated his 99th birthday on June 1. An important figure in modern design lived most of his life in Brazil, with his characteristic furniture leaving a significant imprint on the design world both here and around the world. In honor of his
Stepping out of the traditional framework of exhibitions—Interview with curator Viola Lukács
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Stepping out of the traditional framework of exhibitions—Interview with curator Viola Lukács

She has travelled the world and since 2015 been working as a curator and a cultural organizer on the continent and beyond under the name violuk projects. We caught up with her among her artist friends in Szentbékkálla, at her exhibition Klara and the Sun which is open until 5
The ideal world is beyond reality | Dreamscape illustrations by Peter Tarka and the Ouum Studio
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The ideal world is beyond reality | Dreamscape illustrations by Peter Tarka and the Ouum Studio

A 21st-century form of artistic self-expression or an emerging genre of advertising? An escape from reality or a key to the architectural solutions of the future? Dreamscape illustrations popularized by Instagram’s algorithm may seem like featherweight eye-candy images at first, but in reality, there’s much more to them
With love from Vietnam—Lam Sơn life
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With love from Vietnam—Lam Sơn life

The home is not just a living space, but a small corner of the universe interwoven with good energies—where our loved ones, memories, or just the promise of our future resides. However, if we get away from this special place, we need objects that create this attachment, even across
"I can achieve anything here" | Interview with David Kováts
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"I can achieve anything here" | Interview with David Kováts

Dávid Kováts, the co-founder of Budapest’s Dobossy Auction House, opened a gallery in London in December 2020, right in the middle of the coronavirus epidemic. The venue highlights contemporary Hungarian artists. Lili Farkas-Zentai talked to Dávid about the beginning, the artists he represents, the changes in the art market,
Floating spheres demonstrate how much carbon dioxide can trees store
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Floating spheres demonstrate how much carbon dioxide can trees store

A huge data visualization, using bubbles of different sizes, shows how much carbon dioxide different plants can sequester and store during their life cycle. The installation called “Natural Capital” by Carlo Ratti and the energy company Eni will be on display at the Milan Design Week in September 2021. The
Unique public sculptures | TOP 5
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Unique public sculptures | TOP 5

Walking through the popular streets of small and large cities in Eastern Europe, we can almost definitely stumble upon some kind of public sculpture or monument. These sculptures already belong to the spirit of the city, they almost merge into public spaces as its inhabitants. In our selection today, we
Polish graphic designers in the spotlight | VeryGraphic: Polish Designers of the 20th Century
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Polish graphic designers in the spotlight | VeryGraphic: Polish Designers of the 20th Century

The book VeryGraphic: Polish Designers of the 20th Century was published by Culture.pl and was edited by Jacek Mrowcyk. The publication summarizes and presents the most exciting contemporary graphic designers in Poland, more precisely, the 64 artists are described by 30 authors through 448 pages and 57 chapters. The
The eternal experimenter Iamyank | Hype X WONDEREST
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The eternal experimenter Iamyank | Hype X WONDEREST

“By the end of listening to the music I’ve got planned for Wonderest festival, my goal is for both my listeners and me to feel stronger than we were twenty minutes ago,” said Yank,  the eternally experimenting musician, composer and producer known as iamyank. We talked with him about
Contemporary art through the lens of a network researcher  | Interview with Milán Janosov
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Contemporary art through the lens of a network researcher | Interview with Milán Janosov

How can artistic performance be measured mathematically? Can the success of artists and curators be measured? The latest volume of BarabásiLab, Élek mentén – Kortárs magyar képzőművészet az adatok tükrében (Along the edges—Hungarian Contemporary Art in the Light of Data) has been published, which seeks the answers to the above
Feast of Contradictions | Sebestyén Boér
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Feast of Contradictions | Sebestyén Boér

Snack at your grandmother, quick appetite suppression after a school running race or the most classic menu at a house party—we know a thousand faces of bread and dripping with or without onions, but it may have never caused as much aesthetic pleasure as Sebestyén Boér’s project. The
Contemporary collage exhibition opens at a unique venue in the Balaton Highlands
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Contemporary collage exhibition opens at a unique venue in the Balaton Highlands

In the small village of Sáska, in the Balaton Highlands, a former library building will give space to an exhibition housing paintings and objects created by thirty-five contemporary artists and will also be presenting pieces from a special private collection. The exhibition, organized by Collage ROOOM, is open to visit
“By no means is it certain that Eastern Europe was a follower in all aspects”—Interview with Gábor Ébli
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“By no means is it certain that Eastern Europe was a follower in all aspects”—Interview with Gábor Ébli

Gábor Ébli’s book titled National Museums and Civic Patrons. Practices of Cultural Accumulation in Central and Eastern Europe, provides insight into the relationship between public and private collections within Central and Eastern Europe, summarized by a selection of forty of his writings. The aim of Ébli’s English-language book
This is what the childhood of André kertész looked like | Capa Center, Budapest
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This is what the childhood of André kertész looked like | Capa Center, Budapest

André Kertés, a Hungarian-born artist, is one of the world’s best-known photographers. He created a unique artistic universe through which he also invented the language of modern photographic vision. This time we get a rare look into this special world with the help of a truly personal exhibition. Kertész
Craftmanship, art and technology | Wnoozow
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Craftmanship, art and technology | Wnoozow

Meeting the past and the future in the present: the Wnoozow studio is a really exciting example of how the technologies of the last century can be brought closer to today’s trends. Daniela Danielis and her colleagues create a world that allows for the collaboration of design, tradition and
Success, glamor and huge hits | TOP 5
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Success, glamor and huge hits | TOP 5

Success, glamor, and recognition: for a painter, many times, life is not long enough to really become successful. Hard work, management, a lot of time and energy invested from both the creator’s and the gallery’s or auction site’s side. There’s not even an instant recipe for
Nature took over in the Swiss exhibition space | Ólafur Elíasson
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Nature took over in the Swiss exhibition space | Ólafur Elíasson

The gallery of the Beyeler Foundation in Riehen has been flooded for the Icelandic artist Ólafur Elíasson’s new exhibition, Life. Ólafur Elíasson’s previous, nature-inspired installations and projects investigated the relationship between culture and environment, with creations becoming known for their monumentality and their atmospheric power. His newest work,
Design for the disadvantaged | MOME x Hungarian Charity Service of the Order of Malta
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Design for the disadvantaged | MOME x Hungarian Charity Service of the Order of Malta

MOME and the Hungarian Charity Service of the Order of Malta enter into a strategic partnership agreement. One of the long-term objectives of the agreement is to improve the quality of life of people living in disadvantaged settlements through social design and design thinking. The parties aim to increase employment
The most special festival venues in Eastern Europe | TOP 5
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The most special festival venues in Eastern Europe | TOP 5

Although this year’s festival season won’t be the same, we have more and more opportunities to have fun. Since we also love festivals, it was a special pleasure to put together this top list in which we start the summer with five special venues. Colours Of Ostrava | Ostrava,
Youngart Gallery Organizes a New Exhibition - Event Recommendation
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Youngart Gallery Organizes a New Exhibition - Event Recommendation

The Youngart Porsche Fine Arts Scholarship Program’s jury selected ten finalists from nearly a hundred applicants, whose work will be on display in a free exhibition between June 1 and July 2 at the Porsche Centrum Budapest. The winner of the scholarship program will receive a monthly financial grant
Eastern European directors at Friss Hús Festival! | Part 2
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Eastern European directors at Friss Hús Festival! | Part 2

Friss Hús Short Film Festival lasts until Wednesday in Toldi Cinema, and we continue our interview series made with directors with Eastern European affiliations. We asked them the same questions: what they would like to do in the Hungarian capital and which movies influenced them the most. Ducki Tomek Ducki
Natural minimalism | Mach & Krovina
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Natural minimalism | Mach & Krovina

In the Slovak design studio Mach & Krovina, simple sophistication plays a major role. The work of the two creators, Barbora Machovičová and Adam Krovina, combines traditional solutions with groundbreaking ideas. The Mach & Krovina seeks perfection in simplicity, both in terms of objects and raw materials. The main profile of the
Everyday rituals condensed into a collection | THE SENTIMENTALIST X Heni Barabás
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Everyday rituals condensed into a collection | THE SENTIMENTALIST X Heni Barabás

The touch of natural materials, the rough shapes and the unevenness of the glaze: the ceramics collaboration of Dorka Kászonyi, the founder of the jewelry brand THE SENTIMENTALIST and Heni Barabás turns to ordinary, everyday rituals for inspiration. The objects’ naturalness soothes us and helps us slow down. Meet the
HIGHLIGHTS | The power of an exhibition
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HIGHLIGHTS | The power of an exhibition

Static and boring at the same time, or hectic and subversive at the same time? The existence of exhibitions is almost incomprehensible, as they satisfy a human desire that appears differently in everyone. Our basic need is to admire, cultivate and receive knowledge, and an exhibition provides an excellent opportunity
Sculpted letters | Hadi Tulimat
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Sculpted letters | Hadi Tulimat

Hadi Tulimat Saudi-based artist shares new typographic work on a unique selection of posters. The poster series was created using Maxon Cinema 4D, and the graphics software Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop. The result speaks for itself: Hadi Tulimat | Web | Instagram Source: Abduzeedo
The works awarded in the joint competition of LEGO and MOME are on display at a virtual exhibition
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The works awarded in the joint competition of LEGO and MOME are on display at a virtual exhibition

The participants of the joint creative competition of LEGO Hungária Kft. and the Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (MOME) made special mosaic images using tens of thousands of LEGO cubes. Held for the first time, the competition called Talent Awards aims to bring together fans of design, arts and
Smog-eating mural | David Strauzz X Nike X Footshop
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Smog-eating mural | David Strauzz X Nike X Footshop

With the We Share The Same Future slogan, a new mural has appeared in Prague: a huge fresco depicting a portrait of a woman not only draws attention to sustainability, but, like forests, it purifies the air for a brighter future. The project aims to highlight the alarming levels of
A century of theater | Zelená Lúka
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A century of theater | Zelená Lúka

The Zelená Lúka design studio has created a jubilee publication in honor of the centenary of Slovak acting. The studio, run by Martin Mistrik, builds on customized visual solutions, primarily to create brand identities and cultural publications. Once again, the studio worked on a complex cultural project: they created a
Special museums in Eastern Europe | TOP 5
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Special museums in Eastern Europe | TOP 5

We usually imagine a visit to a museum as a time travel between many, many artifacts, but nowadays there are more and more unusual, interactive, unique themed exhibitions that are much more fun than you might think at first. In our selection today, we present museums in which a tour
HIGHLIGHTS EXTRA | 36 Days of Type
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HIGHLIGHTS EXTRA | 36 Days of Type

The online graphic design challenge, known as 36 Days of Type, was held this year as well, again with a record number of people joining. The challenge began on April 5, entertaining millions of creatives every day by designing another character in the alphabet. Being resourceful and creative is an
The guy who drew a comic book on Ferenc Puskás | Interview with Attila Futaki
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The guy who drew a comic book on Ferenc Puskás | Interview with Attila Futaki

He was born in Békéscsaba, Hungary, and got all the way to Disney’s studio: Attila Futaki made his fortune abroad, by gaining international recognition in a field that is still very much in its infancy in Hungary. He draws comic books, and works with the largest foreign scriptwriters. Recently,
Miki Vialetto's guitar collection expands with a Hungarian tattoo artist's piece | Grindesign
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Miki Vialetto's guitar collection expands with a Hungarian tattoo artist's piece | Grindesign

Full moon, the Grim Reaper and skulls, drawn with details evoking the meticulous lines of Renaissance copper engravings: this description could easily fit one of the tattoos made by Róbert Borbás aka Grindesign, only this time his medium was a musical instrument instead of a human body. The internationally renowned
Neon installations are lighting up Gdynia’s modernist buildings | Traffic Design
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Neon installations are lighting up Gdynia’s modernist buildings | Traffic Design

What makes a place eye-catching or recognizable? What role could this play in the case of urban spaces? How can we combine architecture with public art? These were the questions the team of Polish Traffic Design sought to answer while they worked on creating and installing various neon installations. The
HIGHLIGHTS | Drawn pedestal
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HIGHLIGHTS | Drawn pedestal

Anyone can draw—we often hear this comment about an illustration. While everyone can draw, they can’t necessarily illustrate. Designing and practicing an illustrative world requires just as serious and precise work as going through a mathematical equation, we just do it with the other side of our brain.
The competition for Hungary's Design Management Award has been announced
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The competition for Hungary's Design Management Award has been announced

The Design Management Award, established in 2009, was initiated by the Hungarian Design Council with the aim of recognizing organizations that show exemplary results and successful operating models through the effective project-based and organizational integration of design management, while attracting attention both at national and international levels. Every year, the
Preserving memories | The Memory
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Preserving memories | The Memory

Nowadays, we store thousands of recordings of our loved ones on our mobile, which fills us with relief. “Yes, we got it, we recorded it”: a child’s first steps, grandma’s birthday, the first apartment together and we could list more. At the same time, the question arises as
Thanks, corona!—Part 3 | Bomo Art Budapest
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Thanks, corona!—Part 3 | Bomo Art Budapest

He learned how to bake bread and became more considerate in terms of finance: Károly Boldizsár, the founder of the stationery brand Bomo Art Budapest, has also learned tolerance thanks to the coronavirus, and he had time for product development and experimentation as well. Although the lack of tourists had
Post-Soviet depth | Maria Švarbová
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Post-Soviet depth | Maria Švarbová

The name of Slovak stylist and photographer Maria Švarbová may be familiar to our regular readers: using the socialist-functionalist buildings that define her art, she reaches out to topics such as the relationship between generations or the dialogue between past and present. This time, the photographer’s iconic images reveal
Animated Picnic in May
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Animated Picnic in May

On the website of the Hungarian National Gallery you can read a super painting analysis of Pál Szinyei Merse’s painting entitled Picnic in May. If someone hasn’t read it yet, make sure to visit the site and spin through the material as it contains a wealth of interesting
Conveying thoughts and messages | JULS
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Conveying thoughts and messages | JULS

Jewelry as a carrier of messages, a means of communication or a symbol: in the jewelry pieces of the Romanian JULS brand, thoughts are transformed into wearable objects. We talked to jewelry designer Teodora Rus, the founder of the brand. Interview! Tell us a bit about the beginning: how did
Kandinsky reimagined
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Kandinsky reimagined

South Korean designer Jong Min has shared an incredible typographical and illustration project, which was inspired by the painting style of Vassily Kandinsky. Jong has designed each letter based on the work of Tano Veron. The end result is an abstract, colorful font family consisting of 3D elements, which definitely
All the world's a stage | IKS board game
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All the world's a stage | IKS board game

Last year, the Slovak IKS Theater celebrated the 100th anniversary of its founding, in celebration of which theater fans were surprised by a special board game. The timing could not have been better than this, as the pandemic means the lack of performances, but the board game was the perfect
Sugar, regime change, Eastern Europe | Ilona Németh’s book is out now
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Sugar, regime change, Eastern Europe | Ilona Németh’s book is out now

Even though the intricate story of the sugar factory in Dunajská Streda is already quite fascinating in itself, the prosperity of the Slovak sugar industry and its subsequent decay reaches beyond local specificities: the fate of the factory is also a bit about what Central Eastern Europe had to face
Stamps show off the best of British sci-fi
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Stamps show off the best of British sci-fi

The Time Machine, Frankenstein and Brave New World—the Royal Mail pays homage to British sci-fi writers with a collection of six stamps. The 2021 release of the stamp collection that recalls sci-fi classics is linked to two anniversaries: the 75th anniversary of the death of sci-fi writer H.G.
HIGHLIGHTS | Illustrations confined within four walls
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HIGHLIGHTS | Illustrations confined within four walls

Regular readers of our series may have noticed that there is a theme that comes up again and again in our articles: it’s nothing more than the world of murals that make our gray cities colored with gasoline vapor more colorful. You can also find a twist in our
A font family made up of buildings
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A font family made up of buildings

In English designer Mel Edwards’ work, the pastel-colored buildings of Accidentally Wes Anderson are transformed into letters. The unique letters were created as part of the annual open call 36 Days of Type: within its framework, graphic designers, illustrators and artists share reimagined versions of the letters and numbers of
Cognition by Bence Bakonyi
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Cognition by Bence Bakonyi

The photo series of Budapest and Shanghai-based photographer Bence Bakonyi titled Cognition puts us in the position of a distant, outside spectator. The photographs were made in Dunhuang, on the border of the Gobi Desert, China: the city was once an important checkpoint for the commercial caravans of the ancient
Perky ceramics | TOP 5
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Perky ceramics | TOP 5

The tradition of making pottery dates back thousands of years, in fact, it presents the relationship between man and earth in an artistic form. Functionality is mixed with emotions in each everyday object or ornament made of ceramics, which can be not only beautiful or useful, but also amusing. In
DIGITAL GALLERY LAUNCHED FOR YOUNG ARTISTS | YOUNGART GALLERY
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DIGITAL GALLERY LAUNCHED FOR YOUNG ARTISTS | YOUNGART GALLERY

The Hungarian youngart online gallery aims to connect young, talented artists with art lovers and help creators promote and sell their works by providing financial support. The gallery is building a genuine art community and awaits art fans with a collection that counts hundreds of artworks. The online platform will
Talking about buildings with pictures | Michał Pecko
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Talking about buildings with pictures | Michał Pecko

Through the lens of Polish designer Michał Pecko, our built environment turns into a slightly melancholic architectural utopia. The eloquent illustrations boasting a special atmosphere are made by combining analog and digital techniques. Michał Pecko is living and working in Gdansk, in a windy northern port city in Poland—in
A bouquet of Eastern Europe | Robert Bartolen
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A bouquet of Eastern Europe | Robert Bartolen

Florist, fashion designer, designer, garden architect, creator—Robert Bartolen can be defined in many ways, but he is, in fact, all of these things combined. He makes his far-from-ordinary plant creations with a special approach, which makes us realize that there is more to plants than we might think. The
Visualization in architecture: artistic representation or unrealistic deception?
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Visualization in architecture: artistic representation or unrealistic deception?

Digital design tools have divided architects for as long as they have existed. Many believe that paper-based drawings are still not outweighed by renders showing an uncanny resemblance to reality. The question arises: should these architectural visualizations be regarded as pretentious means of persuasion or as a branch of digital
Stunning Art Nouveau buildings in Eastern Europe | TOP 5
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Stunning Art Nouveau buildings in Eastern Europe | TOP 5

Floral motifs, majolica and all the restless movement—Art Nouveau is a special period in art history, which aims to smuggle a little uniqueness into everyday life. Reök Palace | Szeged, Hungary One of the most emblematic buildings in Szeged is undoubtedly the Reök Palace. The building was designed by Ede
Book or performance? | Andi Schmied
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Book or performance? | Andi Schmied

A view to the Empire State Building, sunrise behind Central Park from the world’s tallest high-rise or dawn from the most exclusive apartments of Trump World Tower—many of us would love to see Manhattan from above, but only very few can do it from their own living room.
The city as a gallery | Čierne diery
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The city as a gallery | Čierne diery

If you thought Piešťany primarily known for its thermal spas could only give remedy to those suffering from rheumatic symptoms, you couldn’t be more wrong. Here’s a book that will prove that unjustly abandoned public statues also deserve the spotlight! We have been keeping an eye on Čierne
The best studios in Eastern Europe | TOP 5
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The best studios in Eastern Europe | TOP 5

Home and studio at the same time: there are hardly any artists who would not have the dream of having a spacious studio in their dream nest, so they can have their morning coffee in the workshop. It’s been a year since many of us have been forced to
Healing with colors | NÚSCH
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Healing with colors | NÚSCH

For most people, hospitals are the equivalent of depressing and sad wards, but the new Center for Paediatric Cardiology (NÚSCH) in Bratislava confronts stereotypes. The spaces designed for sick children and their parents were made more pleasant by a talented Slovakian painter. The colorful, abstract works of painter and colorist
Today, you can still support the publication of Dániel Szalai's photobook
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Today, you can still support the publication of Dániel Szalai's photobook

With the purchase of limited-edition prints, the public can still support the publication of Dániel Szalai’s photobook NOVOGEN today. The award-winning work might debut this summer under the care of The Eriskay Connection, a studio from the Netherlands. The Novogen project turns a spotlight on a chicken breed of
Embroidered objects
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Embroidered objects

Everyday objects come to life as realistic, embroidered felt sculptures spiced with some pop-art aesthetics. The works of Poland-based Alicja Kozlowska examine the relations between consumer goods and art. According to Alicja, the most creative artists might be those designing packaging for mass-produced products, yet the consumer society refuses to
Modern rugs with abstract lines | Dare to Rug
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Modern rugs with abstract lines | Dare to Rug

Imagine a rug brand that explores the relationship between lights, spaces and objects and is not afraid of presenting all with characterful colors. Dare to Rug rugs bring life to any room. Dare to Rug is the first Romanian designer brand to make contemporary rugs. Contemporary design plays a significant
The best zero waste brands in Eastern Europe | TOP 5
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The best zero waste brands in Eastern Europe | TOP 5

Considering sustainability is now not only a basic requirement for a successful brand, but it’s often not enough. The combination of authenticity, commitment to the goal, and love for the products can truly work wonders. This selection does not focus on slow fashion, but on everyday objects and products
Unique cinemas in Eastern Europe | TOP 5
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Unique cinemas in Eastern Europe | TOP 5

Almost a year ago, we were forced to home cinema: we switch on Netflix sitting on the couch while craving the smell of popcorn. In our selection today, we present a bouquet of some of the most exciting movie theaters in Eastern Europe, which offer much more than just a
Intuitive and futuristic | A short film by Júlia Farkas for Adult Swim Smalls
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Intuitive and futuristic | A short film by Júlia Farkas for Adult Swim Smalls

The characterful, visual madness of strange figures unfolded in an intuitive, surreal narrative: this is roughly how the world of the animation, which was created by Júlia Farkas as the first Hungarian artist in the Adult Swim Smalls series, can be summarized. Adult Swim is known for its bold cinematographic
The László Moholy-Nagy Design Grant is announced again
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The László Moholy-Nagy Design Grant is announced again

The Hungarian Design Council is once again announcing the László Moholy-Nagy Design Grant, which dates back to more than three decades. The main goal of the competition is to strengthen the Hungarian creative industry by helping the independent creative work and professional development of young talents, as well as to
Intuitive ceramics | UAU
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Intuitive ceramics | UAU

Objects boasting a peculiar design and conveying feelings to observers, with functions that might seem unclear at first glance—UAU’s products take an intimate and intuitive approach to ceramics. We asked founder Vanessa Singenzia to tell us about her creative attitude and her studio in Cluj-Napoca. Vanessa started to
Wall painting to save the gastronomic sector | Good Looking
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Wall painting to save the gastronomic sector | Good Looking

Norbert Strukow’s mural calls attention to the difficult situation the hospitality industry faces on the wall of a Warsaw tenement house. The epidemic is particularly hard on the gastronomic sector: the restaurants and bars are fighting for survival day after day. The Polish Good Looking studio decided to create
Brand mechanism compositions | Fran Rossi
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Brand mechanism compositions | Fran Rossi

In his latest project, Fran Rossi, the Argentine master of conceptual render design, illustrates the dynamism and operation of a brand with his compositions made of various elements. “The idea was to create different concept mechanisms to show arrangements of pieces that may work together or separated in space and
Inspiring public spaces in Eastern Europe| TOP 5
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Inspiring public spaces in Eastern Europe| TOP 5

The peaceful environment, the closeness of nature can always inspire us when we wish to work or rest, especially, if we can do these in unique edifices or in their vicinity that create unity with nature—or stand out from it—in their own way with their special and creative
Multidimensional space in the park | Gregory Orekhov
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Multidimensional space in the park | Gregory Orekhov

Russian sculptor and architect Gregory Orekhov’s latest artwork mirrors the landscape of Moscow’s Malevich Park. As part of his installation called “Black Square”, two black monoliths rise above the promenade of Malevich Park. The work reflects the natural and built environment of the park, paying homage to the
Sensual photos of Berlin’s iconic deserted airport
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Sensual photos of Berlin’s iconic deserted airport

The place that once symbolized freedom for the inhabitants of West Berlin in the divided city, now bears witness to the end of an era. Berlin-based photographers Robert Rieger and Felix Brüggemann collaborated on the photobook entitled Flughafen Tegel, which shows the iconic and once cherished but now closed Berlin
Visual refreshment in applied animation | Krakout Film
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Visual refreshment in applied animation | Krakout Film

Dániel Huszár launched Krakout Film studio with his brother four years after obtaining his diploma in the field of animation. Their portfolio features short films and commercials made with classic two-dimensional animation and stop-motion techniques. Paramount and Hungarian Bank OTP are among their regular clients, but they have also made
The aesthetics of stickiness
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The aesthetics of stickiness

Shower gel, dishwashing liquid, oil and honey flow through the compositions made up of cakes, sponges, machine parts and flowers in Paloma Rincón’s new photo series. Madrid-based, Mexican-born artist Paloma Rincón explores the beauty of stickiness in her series Let’s gooey. In her photos, the ready-made sculptures of
Retro Trabants, world-famous people and fairy-tale shacks | Drvengrad
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Retro Trabants, world-famous people and fairy-tale shacks | Drvengrad

During the pandemic, traveling and the feeling of freedom might seem quite distant. If in real life we cannot, in thought let’s travel to a special world for a few minutes: to the village of Emir Kusturica. In the western part of Serbia lies a mountain village surrounded by
HIGHLIGHTS | Our built heritage
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HIGHLIGHTS | Our built heritage

In the parts of the HIGHLIGHTS series, the focus is on household objects, their advantages and disadvantages again and again. The question may arise, which are the most fundamental, man-made objects of our lives, without which we could not live. The answer is simple: the buildings. Whether we live in
Leica debuts a luxury camera
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Leica debuts a luxury camera

This camera, manufactured only in 750 units, was born from the collaboration of actor Daniel Craig and photographer Greg Williams. Leica sells the product at a luxury price point. The limited-edition Leica Q2 comes in elegant black and gold, and differs from the standard version only in its exterior: tech-wise,
The Georgian zoologist who lived among wolves
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The Georgian zoologist who lived among wolves

Zoologist Jason Badridze decided that he wanted to study wild wolves in Georgia’s Borjomi Nature Reserve in the mid-seventies, at the age of thirty. For two years, he was not just an observer but also became a close confidant to these animals: he slept with two adult wolves and
HIGHLIGHTS | Colorful world
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HIGHLIGHTS | Colorful world

From a very young age, a mysterious, parallel world becomes part of our lives. We recreate this world over and over again, first through children’s drawings, and later, thanks to trained creatives, through professional illustrations appearing in our environment. Everything in this world is colorful, beautiful and functional. In
Ode to a color from Nizhnevartovsk
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Ode to a color from Nizhnevartovsk

White is the color of the surface that reflects the entire spectrum of light invariably. When we see the color white in our everyday life, it’s often thanks to artificial pigments, such as titan dioxide. while in nature, milk and coconut are the whitest things we usually think of.
Virtual furniture goes under the hammer online | Andrés Reisinger
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Virtual furniture goes under the hammer online | Andrés Reisinger

Argentinian designer Andrés Reisinger has sold his pieces of virtual furniture at an online auction. Reisinger became known for his surreal, dreamlike, 3D visualizations. His latest collection is called The Shipping, and the extraordinary quality of its pieces is that in addition to their visual stimuli, they can also be
Contrasts in space and emotions | Richard Yasmine
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Contrasts in space and emotions | Richard Yasmine

The new, timeless and sculptural collection of Beirut-based designer Richard Yasmine merges soul, emotions and a tribute to a city with functionality. The singular furniture items and objects were launched under the name After Ago. The works of interior architect and product designer Richard Yasmine are always characterized by a
Songs tied together by visuality | Album covers by Kata Moravszki
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Songs tied together by visuality | Album covers by Kata Moravszki

How can completely different musicians such as the Foo Fighters and Miles Davis be brought together through graphic design? That was the question the international open call entitled Secret7 was seeking answers to. Hungarian designer Kata Moravszki gave an ingenious answer. Vinyl fans—at least the ones I know—are
The plans of Konkrét Stúdió and Albert Hunor Szántó won this year's MÉD Awards
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The plans of Konkrét Stúdió and Albert Hunor Szántó won this year's MÉD Awards

This is the sixteenth time that the most outstanding works of the previous year are recognized at the Hungarian Media Architecture Awards (MÉD) gala designed by the architects’ group Építészfórum. In view of the pandemic, the event on February 20 was broadcast online by the organizers from the Trafó House
Visual storytelling through the eyes of Daniela Olejniková
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Visual storytelling through the eyes of Daniela Olejniková

Text and image, book and illustration are closely intertwined: neither is subordinate to the other, they acquire their full meaning together, in their relationship with one another. We asked Slovak illustrator Daniela Olejniková about children’s books, creation and visual storytelling. Interview! You are an illustrator who works in several
Miró paintings digitalized
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Miró paintings digitalized

Many are familiar with the iconic, surreal world of the Catalan artist Joan Miró, in which the stylistic traits of Fauvism, Cubism and Dadaism are intertwined in a remarkable way. The artist’s colorful, symbolic, and playful yet serious visual style now comes to life on 3D compositions. Russian illustrator
Magda Biernat | Adrift
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Magda Biernat | Adrift

The pairs of photos depicting the Antarctic icebergs and hunting cabins stand as silent witnesses to the threats posed by global warming. In 2013, Polish photographer Magda Biernat traveled from the Antarctic to the Arctic Circle, through seventeen countries in the Americas. In the course of her journey, she investigated
Neo-Gothicism meets contemporary design | replus design bureau
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Neo-Gothicism meets contemporary design | replus design bureau

Elements of neo-Gothicism, authentic murals, a multimedia library, modern furniture and barrier-free solutions: this is the environment which the first Municipal Art Centre in Lviv, Ukraine was placed into. The clean and contemporary interior was designed by studio replus design bureau. The art center is located in a late 19th
The Life of One Man Is One Whole Universe | A book by Peter Sit
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The Life of One Man Is One Whole Universe | A book by Peter Sit

Slovak artist Peter Sit began documenting the life of his grandmother eight years ago: over the years, the genre of photography has become a tool for them to process the death of a loved one. The images and ideas completing the project will be featured in a Slovak-language book, which
Hollóka Graphic Design School launches new illustration course
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Hollóka Graphic Design School launches new illustration course

The new course of Hollóka Grafikai Műhely (Hollóka Graphic Design School) to be launched in March comes just in time for applicants seeking admission to universities or colleges, and can be useful to anyone who is looking to improve their illustration techniques in an environment where mentors and students cooperate
HIGHLIGHTS | Experimental typography
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HIGHLIGHTS | Experimental typography

In recent years, there has been a new, up-and-coming graphic design approach that started to gain popularity even in pop culture: experimental typography. The genre’s special feature is that, compared to conventional styles, it creates a fresh, rebellious, and spontaneous look by using distinctive character sets and breaking the
The rhtym of organic geometry on Lanzarote | Tamás Birinyi x Alex Banks
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The rhtym of organic geometry on Lanzarote | Tamás Birinyi x Alex Banks

A melancholic, mercury-like kaleidoscope of flowing lava comes to life with volcanic pulsation in Alex Banks’ latest music video. The British producer commissioned Tamás Birinyi to design an album cover and a music video for his latest track and EP, Tephra. Tamás Birinyi has worked with several DJs and producers
Climate apocalypse as seen by a drone
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Climate apocalypse as seen by a drone

Iconic buildings of Paris, London, Rome, and New York are featured in Fabien Barrau’s edited photos: the pieces from the series called News from the Future are dismal reminders of what we might lose if we don’t stop climate change. View this post on Instagram A post shared
Zsófi Perger illustrated a debut writer's children's book
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Zsófi Perger illustrated a debut writer's children's book

The book entitled Süti kalandjai (Cookie’s Adventures) is the first installment of a multi-volume children’s story series: its author, Dorottya Becz, invites readers to a secret garden, where magical adventures await them. Dorottya Becz’s first storybook was self-published last year, starring a playful puppy named Cookie, who
More room, more treasures | Retrohungary moved to a new place
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More room, more treasures | Retrohungary moved to a new place

Old VIDEOTON televisions, plastic egg cup sets from the GDR, wall carpets and paper antiquities can all be found in Retrohungary’s new store. Their headquarters remained in Paloma Udvar, but retro fans looking for something truly special can now browse through their diverse selection in another, larger unit. Let’
Armillary sphere atop the Alps | Studio Olafur Eliasson
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Armillary sphere atop the Alps | Studio Olafur Eliasson

Ólafur Elíasson’s latest artwork is located in the Italian Alps, atop Hochjochferner glacier: dubbed Our Glacial Perspectives, the goal of the installation is to direct the visitor’s attention to a broader planetary perspective on the climate change. The main element of the installation is an oversized version of
BEST OF HIGHLIGHTS | That first year
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BEST OF HIGHLIGHTS | That first year

In the life of every project, the first year starts with excitement, difficulties, and if all goes well, it ends with success. Amid the hardships of 2020, the HIGHLIGHTS article series has shown reliable continuity since the release of the first installment on February 7, 2020—a full year ago.
Support for the best in the biz | Best in Design – Zlin Design Week
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Support for the best in the biz | Best in Design – Zlin Design Week

The Best in Design international contest and scholarship has been supporting worthy talents from all over the world for twelve years now to help them make their dreams come true. This year, the competition was announced in the three categories of product and industrial design, fashion design, and communication design.
Contrasting intimacy | Ákos Major
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Contrasting intimacy | Ákos Major

A sense of childhood safety, being at home, and a feeling of complete inner peace for one hour in every two weeks. The shots of photographer Ákos Major’s latest series titled Apa csavarog (Dad’s walks) documenting the artist’s walks in Paks invite us on a journey beyond
„It’s pure poetry” | Daria Solak
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„It’s pure poetry” | Daria Solak

Paper is her favorite medium, she likes to travel and is mainly inspired by female characters and animals. She pairs her favorite motifs with unique patterns and vivid colors. Currently she is living and working in London. We interviewed Polish illustrator Daria Solak. Tell us about the beginning: what path
Canadian ice huts in the context of symmetry
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Canadian ice huts in the context of symmetry

Richard Johnson ’s great knack for well-composed architectural photography stems from his former career as an interior designer. Thanks to his twenty-five years of work, he is now considered one of Canada’s foremost architectural photographers. His photos show the influence of two German masters from the middle of the
Where design meets art | NOOM Studio
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Where design meets art | NOOM Studio

Simple geometric forms combined with a distinct color palette and hand-crafted techniques: the modernist furniture pieces of NOOM Studio pay homage to suprematism and the Bauhaus. NOOM Studio was established by Kateryna Sokolova and Arkady Vartanov in 2017. The majority of their products are made of metal, with each and
Where nature takes over | James Kerwin's photos of ghost towns
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Where nature takes over | James Kerwin's photos of ghost towns

Interiors in which, instead of furniture, a sea of sand dominates the view, flowing in through the windows: In his photographic essay “uninhabited”, James Kerwin captures the deserted towns and villages of the world from Ukraine to Namibia. English photographer and visual storyteller James Kerwin began working on his photo
Bordering on the edge of virtuality and reality | Interview with Mónika Zsikla and Zsófia Keresztes
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Bordering on the edge of virtuality and reality | Interview with Mónika Zsikla and Zsófia Keresztes

The concept of the Hungarian pavilion at the 2022 Venice Biennale profoundly reflects the challenges of our times, a situation in which digital presence becomes almost mandatory as the only possible way of human connection. The monumental mosaic sculptures of Zsófia Keresztes materialize a merge of virtuality and reality. The
City skylines for your wardrobe | Virgil Abloh x Louis Vuitton
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City skylines for your wardrobe | Virgil Abloh x Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton has recently unveiled the pieces of their 2021 Men’s Fall-Winter campaign in Paris: the most surprising items are the unique jackets evoking cityscapes. Let’s take a look at them, along with a peculiar short film. Designer Virgil Abloh converted his grasp of architecture into the form
„Everyone can be the best at something” | Géza M. Tóth’s animated short film
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„Everyone can be the best at something” | Géza M. Tóth’s animated short film

How does a seven-year-old boy see the world of grown-ups? How does he perceive and try to make sense of both the rules and the peculiar universe adults live by, and within that, himself? This is (partly) what Matches, Géza M. Tóth’s animated short film that has made it
A look inside NASA | Benedict Redgrove
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A look inside NASA | Benedict Redgrove

Dubbed NASA: Past and Present Dreams of the Future, Benedict Redgrove’s latest project offers an intimate peek behind NASA’s scenes. In his photobook, the London-born graphic designer and photographer pays tribute to the pioneers of space exploration. The project offers a captivating insight into NASA’s facilities and
Cool vinyl sleeve with the environment in mind | Théque Atelier
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Cool vinyl sleeve with the environment in mind | Théque Atelier

Hungarian Théque Records and Atelier no longer focuses only on supplying music fans with the best albums of the Eastern European electronic music scene: recently, they have developed a visually exciting, special vinyl sleeve with a reduced environmental impact. Let’s see the details! The activity of Théque evolves around
Watch the Oscar contender Hungarian animated short film
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Watch the Oscar contender Hungarian animated short film

Nadja Andrasev’s film Symbiosis is one of the 96 best animated short movies that made it to the longlist of potential Oscar nominees this year. Now you can watch it too! The Hungarian audience could see Nadja Andrasev’s 12-minute short movie telling the story of a deceived wife
2020’s hottest search topics on abstract images | Gergely Vida
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2020’s hottest search topics on abstract images | Gergely Vida

In his series Clouds, Gergely Vida stacked images on the most searched topics of 2020 on top of each other. Photographer Gergely Vida made his abstract visualizations of the results of the hottest search topics in 2020: it’s safe to say that they document the most important events and
HIGHLIGHTS | Contemporary projections
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HIGHLIGHTS | Contemporary projections

Almost an entire year has gone by without exhibitions and installations: the art scene has gathered so much ammunition and has evolved to such extent in the past 12 months that we have every right to look to the future with great expectations, waiting to see when and where this
Giving soul to paper | Porigami
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Giving soul to paper | Porigami

The paper creations made in Czech studio Porigami are nothing like your ordinary postcards and greeting cards. Experimenting with space, light, the texture and movement of paper—the products decorated with delicate, unique motifs are also preferred by international brands, and Tereza Hradilková keeps designing her pieces, one more beautiful
Multifunctional space for community and souvenirs
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Multifunctional space for community and souvenirs

Located in Valletta, Malta, this small store functions as both Te fit-Tazza studio’s collaborative space and the shop of a bold souvenir brand—it was co-designed by a Hungarian creative, on top! Souvenirs That Don’t Suck—the name already makes us want to enter this store with a
Pop-art Mickey Mouse on new Swatch collection
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Pop-art Mickey Mouse on new Swatch collection

Swatch teamed up with Disney and the Keith Haring Foundation to release their latest watch collection, bringing Mickey Mouse to life in the late American artist’s style. Pop-art and graffiti artist Keith Haring’s influence on pop culture can still be felt up to this day: his bold creative
Fragments of memory from Budapest | Dóra Balla’s artist book
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Fragments of memory from Budapest | Dóra Balla’s artist book

The traces and marks of the eras following one after the other, the layers of Budapest can be observed in every corner of the city: both on its buildings and the tiny details of the cityscape. The same way as these layers keep piling on each other, the citizens’ relationship
Stand clear of the closing doors
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Stand clear of the closing doors

“Stand clear of the closing doors” – we heard it a million times in the Soviet-made blue trains running in the tunnel. The metro network is one of the main veins in the transportation of Budapest: the sometimes crowded, other times empty cars full of rust or graffiti played an iconic
Tarot cards through the eyes of Romanian illustrators
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Tarot cards through the eyes of Romanian illustrators

The works of 40 Romanian illustrators condensed into a single deck of cards: Cluj-Napoca based ILLUSTRART Association’s latest initiative is here, this time giving new life to the symbols of tarot cards. We asked illustrator József Vass, one of the minds behind the initiative, about the story of the
Géza M. Tóth’s short film Matches inches away from Oscar nomination
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Géza M. Tóth’s short film Matches inches away from Oscar nomination

The list of the 96 animated short films that will be considered for an Oscar in 2021 has been published: the longlist also features a Hungarian creation, a short film by Géza M. Tóth. Géza M. Tóth’s animated short film Matches has a good shot of being nominated for
It's like eating sour candy | Urban Legends animated series
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It's like eating sour candy | Urban Legends animated series

Animation film director Kati Glaser creates an inimitable universe with her Urban Legends series: everything possible— and impossible—can happen in this colorful world in only 3 minutes. Fantastic stories from Budapest to the Amazon, where trees being plucked out by eyebrow tweezers is nothing but ordinary. 26 episodes of
Egy év végtelen én | POKET Calendar 2021
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Egy év végtelen én | POKET Calendar 2021

In 2020, we had to strike out a lot of scheduled events from our calendars. Hoping that this year a pocket calendar will make more sense POKET released their 2021 Year Planner, which is much more than a simple calendar. “The title (One year endless me) already tells the essence:
Bye-bye 2020! | #stayhomecreative
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Bye-bye 2020! | #stayhomecreative

We close our #stayhomecreative series launched during the spring quarantine with a New Year’s Eve special edition, showcasing how Hungarian creatives imagine the last day of the year within the four walls. Perhaps neither of us would have thought that this New Year’s Eve would be so strange.
Contemporaries about winter
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Contemporaries about winter

Christmas, celebration. After the year-long grind, time passes differently in the last days of December. In HYPEANDHYPER’s special Christmas edition, we picked our favorites from the winter-themed photos of Found Photos Addiction, a project we have already presented to our audience during the year, and we asked Hungarian contemporary
#stayhomecreative | Christmas Eve dinner
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#stayhomecreative | Christmas Eve dinner

We may think of many things when we hear the word Christmas: love, family, gifts, snow, cold or the well-deserved holiday treats. One of the highlights of the intimate holiday is undoubtedly the dinner on Christmas Eve—the whole family gathers around the table, the cherished festive tablecloth and the
Heartwarming meeting of literature and design | Bomo Art
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Heartwarming meeting of literature and design | Bomo Art

Reading poems while snuggling under a cozy blanket and sipping a cup of tea, or noting down our plans for next year—Bomo Art’s team can offer tips for both. In the framework of their Vershétfő (Poem Monday) project, they surprise their followers with poems on every Monday to
LEGO Hungary and MOME join forces
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LEGO Hungary and MOME join forces

LEGO® Hungária Kft. and Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design signed an agreement for collaboration with the aim of creating together and bringing creativity to the next level. Their collab promises countless exciting opportunities, which will inspire not only the students of the university, but also every LEGO fan to
Old nameplates on a new platform | Hungarian Mastheads
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Old nameplates on a new platform | Hungarian Mastheads

Printed media has a hard time keeping up with the rapid expansion of the internet, but there are some established newspapers whose name still ring some bells today. In addition to the names, we can also recall the characteristic typography thanks to Hungarian Mastheads, an Instagram page collecting the most
Paperdeer’s new music video evokes the visuality of avant-garde movements
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Paperdeer’s new music video evokes the visuality of avant-garde movements

The alternative electronic music band returns with a new music video, acting as a forerunner of their new album to be released in spring 2021. Gazsiafter is out now, giving you a taste of what’s to come with a captivating animation music video. The Paperdeer band was established in
From details to the whole | Urban Geometry
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From details to the whole | Urban Geometry

Fascinating color combinations and changes of scale, breath-taking structures – Spanish-born photographer Andrés Gallardo Albajar currently living in Tallinn has travelled the world with his camera and captured the most exciting compositions of buildings and their environment from Bilbao to Beijing. We can see the buildings of almost twenty cities on
What’s on your mind? | Marcell Puskás
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What’s on your mind? | Marcell Puskás

What if we could make family quarrels, breakups and our emotional reactions in general more transparent with a deck of cards? Marcell Puskás’s experimental card game titled What’s on your mind? can help us observe our emotions. “They talk to me, I understand the words, but many times
Screen printed contemporary masterpieces | Heart & Cherry Limited Editions
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Screen printed contemporary masterpieces | Heart & Cherry Limited Editions

Unfortunately, printed graphics receive little attention in the Hungarian art scene, yet this technique plays a central role in allowing a broad audience to access the work of famous artists amongst others. Zita Sárvári, the former head curator of Deák Erika Gallery and Société launched her latest project titled Heart
Art posters take over the streets of Ferencváros
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Art posters take over the streets of Ferencváros

Amazing art posters welcome those wandering around the streets of Budapest. The outdoor exhibition ‘Plakátváros’ (City of Posters) puts the poster as a technique, form of art and means of expression back into its original environment and rightful place: the streets. The outdoor exhibition showcasing contemporary posters was implemented through
Holiday book review with spectacular visuals
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Holiday book review with spectacular visuals

The New York Times’s end-of-the-year book review is special for several reasons this year. On the one hand, it offers really good books that could also make great gifts, and it also comes with truly captivating visuals. Written by Márk Szolomayer The fantastic illustrations were made by Robert Rurans.
Sneakers or works of art? | Adidas X Meissen
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Sneakers or works of art? | Adidas X Meissen

Adidas teamed up with the oldest porcelain manufactory in Europe: the result is a unique, hand-made work of art. As part of Adidas’s A-ZX collection, a special piece will debut at the end of this year: the ZX8000 sneaker is a collaboration between Adidas and Meissen Porcelain Manufactory established
Contemporary artworks on iconic Levi’s® Trucker jackets
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Contemporary artworks on iconic Levi’s® Trucker jackets

The Levi’s® Trucker denim jacket has been serving as a canvas for the artists of the world since its launch in 1967, from Venice Beach in Los Angeles to Brazilian favelas. From November, the iconic jackets will also give room to the creativity of six contemporary Hungarian artists in
Iconic buildings of Budapest through the eyes of a graphic designer | Evelin Dankó
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Iconic buildings of Budapest through the eyes of a graphic designer | Evelin Dankó

The harmony of exciting textures and patterns in pastel and vivid colors: Evelin Dankó pays homage to Budapest and its iconic buildings with detail-rich illustrations. Evelin was born and raised in Zakarpattia Oblast in a family of art lovers, and so it was only natural that she was also going
„Reaching beyond graphics” | Határ út metro station has been renovated
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„Reaching beyond graphics” | Határ út metro station has been renovated

Not at all intrusive yet spectacular, nostalgic yet modern – the freshly renovated Határ út metro station received a graphic system inspired by nature, in the designing of which it was even weighed where passengers would spend more time while waiting for the metro. We interviewed the designers Dóra Novotny and
Advent calendar full of art
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Advent calendar full of art

Barbusse Buro Illustration created a truly one of a kind Advent calendar for this year’s holiday season. Written by: Márk Szolomayer We could already lit the first candle of our Advent wreath three days ago, which means that we are officially at the finish line of Christmas preparations. I
Old barn transformed into a space for art | Milan Mijalkovic
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Old barn transformed into a space for art | Milan Mijalkovic

An old barn has been brought to new life near the Danube, just a few kilometers away from the Serbian capital: breaking with its original function, Magacin Macura – Zenit 4 now serves as a venue for various art and cultural events. The plans for the refurbishment of the barn were
Playing with building blocks on paper | Stampville
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Playing with building blocks on paper | Stampville

Now we know what these gloomy, cold, quarantine-like days need: Aurélien Debat’s special stamp set, turning us into an architect and a contractor at the same time, while sitting at our desk. Dubbed Stampville, French graphic artist Aurélien Debat‘s set will help you build houses, villages, skyscrapers or
Works of art not only on your shoes | MoMA x Vans
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Works of art not only on your shoes | MoMA x Vans

After their first debut in September, MoMA and Vans dropped their second art-inspired collection. The Museum of Modern Arts in New York and popular streetwear brand Vans continue their collaboration, this time featuring the works of iconic artists including Jackson Pollock, Lyubov Popova, Edvard Munch and Faith Ringgold. Jackson Pollock’
Being a man in 2020 | Illustrations by Lehel Kovács
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Being a man in 2020 | Illustrations by Lehel Kovács

Cracked, idealized antique sculpture – a poignant depiction of the process that the masculine (self)image, which has been untouchable for a long time, is going through today. Lehel Kovács created the drawing for the article series of The Guardian released on the topic, together with two other illustrations. These antique
A diverse platform for the Hungarian creative community | ArtHungry
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A diverse platform for the Hungarian creative community | ArtHungry

Talented Hungarian creatives applied for the ArtHungry Award for the sixth time this year. The jury has already finalized their shortlist, but we’ll have to wait for the results to be announced until December 4. Until then, we asked José Tábori-Simon, the founder of ArtHungry about the launch of
„Change the rhythm!” | DOT for You’s novelties are out now
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„Change the rhythm!” | DOT for You’s novelties are out now

If you’d like to start the year 2021 with a clean slate, full of optimism, this one is for you. The Hungarian DOT for You brand will not let down paper-lovers this year either: their paper products are made in the usual high quality, in limited numbers, in the
One of the world’s least livable cities on poetic photos
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One of the world’s least livable cities on poetic photos

Even though he has been dabbling in photography since his teenage years, Paris-based photographer Christophe Jacrot started his career as a film director. He has won several awards with his short films, but feeling the financial constraints that the cinematographic industry can sometimes impose, Christophe Jacrot turned his attention to
Art in the size of matchboxes
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Art in the size of matchboxes

We surround ourselves with many kinds of objects in our busy everyday life. There are some that are necessary, some with great memories attached to them, and some that we pile up like collections, as a hobby. Just like Australian Nicholas Kissajukian, who collects matchbox labels for a hobby. Nicholas
The world in 2120, on cards
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The world in 2120, on cards

In the midst of the pandemic, many times we don’t even know what our next week will be like, yet there are some already fantasizing about what the world will look like a hundred years from now. Playing Arts collected the visions of graphic designers and illustrators into two
Design object and experience in one | Kirakós Budapest
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Design object and experience in one | Kirakós Budapest

Three girls in love with graphics, tasteful home decor objects and games felt like something was missing on the Hungarian puzzle market: meet Kirakós Budapest, a contemporary design puzzle for adults! Founders Eszter Glaser, Anna Katalin Lovrity and Regina Papp sought to answer the question of why it wasn’t
art+design | Attila Kertész
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art+design | Attila Kertész

Visual arts are the eternal source of inspiration for design. The two fields can subsist separately, too, but why would we ever separate them if they complement each other so well? We’d rather further boost the connection: we have once again found an art exhibition that almost screamed for
2020 DECODE winners announced
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2020 DECODE winners announced

The DECODE exhibition has been organized for the third time this year, in the framework of which the award ceremony of the DECODE Competition, announced by DECODE Contemporary Architectural and Art Foundation was also held. The exhibition bringing together young contemporary architects and artists is hosted by Faur Zsófi Gallery
Contemporary art in a puzzle
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Contemporary art in a puzzle

Canadian jigsaw puzzle company Four Point Puzzles brought together the enjoyment of contemporary art and the joy of doing puzzles in their latest product. In these “quasi-quarantine” times, we should look for things to do at home that not only keep us busy for a long time, but also give
Locked in panel blocks | Michal Zahornacky
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Locked in panel blocks | Michal Zahornacky

Regular blocks in pastel tones and strange, dense compositions: Slovakian photo artist Michal Zahornacky have placed the feeling of isolation into a new dimension. Michal Zahornacky started to form an interest towards photography ten years ago, as a means of artistic self-expression: he sees it as a medium allowing him
Beyond small vases – The dimensions of ceramic artist Enikő Kontor
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Beyond small vases – The dimensions of ceramic artist Enikő Kontor

After four years, Enikő Kontor has once again opened a solo exhibition. The most of us know the ceramic artist for her unique, characteristic, rustically frisky and loveable small vases, mugs, jugs and pots from the shelves of design stores in Budapest. However, Enikő Kontor also has another side: an
Coffee to go and spilled ashtray
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Coffee to go and spilled ashtray

Fresh cheese dripping on the tap, an ashtray all spilled out and an enchanted dachshund behind the curtain. There is nothing extraordinary in Beth Evans’s surreal world, only life itself. Written by: László Sebestyén The simple moments of life on the set table, without which life couldn’t be
“I want to tell stories of an old, true life” | Zsófia Mohos
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“I want to tell stories of an old, true life” | Zsófia Mohos

Early morning bustle, farmhouses with porches, trades fading into oblivion and old ladies wearing kerchiefs and gathered skirts, in a traditional community: photographer Zsófia Mohos has been capturing the everydays and stories of Kisecset, a small village in northern Hungary for almost a decade. A series of frozen, fleeting moments
SQUARE-ANGLE – Péter Kántor
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SQUARE-ANGLE – Péter Kántor

The earth tilted, borders are being drawn in sharp angles by black ink, the purple shade of a scarf, perhaps, on top of the strict lines.  If above me, if below, like an island in the sky. I live here. Budapest. A series by Ferenc Forrai. Péter Kántor was born
Promised Land
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Promised Land

In his art, photographer Lucian Bran living and working in Bucharest often investigates the border between reality and fiction, the line between essence and appearance. This is what he does in his series titled Promised Land, too: the grandiose nature photos covering the walls of panel flats and restaurants invite
The name goes, pins stay | POPpins continues under the name OLOVKA Studio
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The name goes, pins stay | POPpins continues under the name OLOVKA Studio

Ramóna Udvardi launched the POPpins brand in 2015, which, staying true to its name, captured various elements and topics of pop culture in the form of bold pins. POPpins allowed us to pin Taki bácsi, a character from the popular Hungarian television series Szomszédok, or ‘sajtburesz’, the catchphrase coined by