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The gospel in modern guise: the unique world of Peter Ličko
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The gospel in modern guise: the unique world of Peter Ličko

The Slovak illustrator takes a new approach to religious themes, while his architectural background gives his work a more profound dimension. His stunning artwork offers a unique visual experience and pushes the traditional boundaries of the gospel and faith representation. Ličko is originally from central Slovakia, but after university, he
Mythology and history made from honey
design

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
Polish oak voted European Tree of the Year
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Polish oak voted European Tree of the Year

In 2023, a tree in Łódź was the winner out of the sixteen finalists. Since 2011, the European Tree of the Year contest has been searching for the trees with the most interesting story in Europe, with the final consisting of the winners of the national rounds. This year’s
Ephemerality cast in porcelain—Štefan Sekáč’s art
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Ephemerality cast in porcelain—Štefan Sekáč’s art

They are at once delightful and thought-provoking, while also remaining functional: Štefan Sekáč’s objects are shaped by aesthetics, experimentation, and, not least, criticism. The Slovak designer says that his love of ceramics and porcelain began to develop after he was accepted at the secondary school of arts in Košice.