Alex Kiesling at Pictoplasma Berlin 2022
THE RETURN OF CHARACTER
18th CONFERENCE AND FESTIVAL OF CONTEMPORARY CHARACTER DESIGN AND ART
This September 14–18, 2022 …
Pictoplasma welcomes all character design pioneers, creatives and enthusiasts
back IRL — for its 18th Berlin edition and 2022’s biggest
celebration of the very best in contemporary character design and art!
CONFERENCE LECTURES
ARTIST PRESENTATIONS
ANIMATION SCREENINGS
EXHIBITIONS
WORKSHOPS & ART HAPPENINGS
ATTENDEE STAGE
SUNDAY CHARACTER MARKET
PARTIES (!)
+ MORE!
TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE!
Alex Kiesling
USA
Anna Sarvira
UA
Brolga
AU (remote)
Claudia Six
AT
Dean Fleischer Camp
USA (remote)
Dédouze
FR
Eva Cremers
NL
Hedof
NL
Júlia Farkas
HU
Shir Pakman
ISR
Toco-Oco
BR (remote)
The central Pictoplasma Conference presents 18+ key lectures by the world’s most influential artists and upcoming talents, cutting-edge illustrators, game designers and leading animation filmmakers, offering the chance to learn from and be inspired by some of today’s most innovative and avant-garde artists.
The 2022 animation section will screen eighty selected short films in four programs, featuring the latest and freshest generation of characters in motion, be it narrative shorts, music visuals, experimental animation, and anything in between – with many of the filmmakers present to discuss their work in Q&A sessions.
The deadline for entries to reach us was APRIL 30 – all information on the official 2022 selection to be revealed soon(ish, towards early July)…
Pictoplasma 2022 will keep all attendees busy from Wednesday afternoon to Sunday evening, but the best part of a conference are the connections we make, right?
And that’s why: apart from numerous chances to network, such as workshops, speed pitching, portfolio reviews, and industry Meet ‘n Greets, THIS YEAR’S CHARACTER LAB INVITES THE ATTENDEES THEMSELVES TO TAKE THE STAGE, shape this year’s programme and show off their work, explain their latest project or meet and mingle with other attendees.
Additionally, as a premiere, attendees are invited to join us on Sunday the 18th, for a big, lively OPEN AIR CHARACTER MARKET on the sunny front lawn of Silent Green, where they can offer their zines, art collectables, toys, apparel, buttons, prints, drawings, sculptures and other character related goodies.
More info on “how, what, when” sent out to all attendees after registration via Email.
Pictoplasma Berlin takes place at the extensive premises of a former crematorium, the Silent Green, a beautiful, vibrant cultural venue that has already hosted several memorable Pictoplasma events. The special summer edition will concentrate all activities at one lively venue, with conference talks, panels, animation screenings, workshops and exhibitions happening both inside and Open Air — all taking into account the governing rules of hygiene and social distance, while delivering tons of infectious character inspiration.
Gerichtstr. 35
13347 Berlin
18th CONFERENCE AND FESTIVAL OF CONTEMPORARY CHARACTER DESIGN AND ART
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
15:00 Opening of the accompanying exhibitions and group shows
21:00 Welcome Party
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15
11:00 – 22:00 Animation Screenings, Conference Talks, Workshops, Panels, Character Mayhem Evening …
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
11:00 – 22:00 Animation Screenings, Conference Talks, Workshops, Panels, Portfolio Reviews …
22:30 Psychedelic Midnight Mix Screening
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
11:00 – 22:00 Animation Screenings, Conference Talks, Workshops, Panels …
22:00 Picto Party with Performances
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
13:00 – 19:00 Open Character Market, Animation Screenings, Art Happenings, Panels …
Secure your annual character recharge
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