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Coming Spring, Pictoplasma Berlin invites all character-curious to group, make new connections, and celebrate the art, impact, and latest trends of adventurous figurative practices.
In its 23rd edition, the conference returns to Pictopia : the promised world of appealing images we long to enter.
Every shift in media and technology reignites that same old promise: that soon we will be able to immerse ourselves in the oozing pictorial realm.
But there is nothing to enter: characters have never lived in a picture or behind the screen – they only come to life in us, as we look at them. If there is a true Pictopia, it is the very real community of artists tirelessly and masterfully breathing soul into the inanimate, helping us make sense of the world.
● 20+ featured lectures and artist talks explore the edges of contemporary creative practice
● Vibrant discussion and networking spaces connect attendees with the creative industries
● Daily workshops, jam sessions and demos to get hands-on with new media
● Cutting-edge animation screenings dive deep into next-level storytelling
ARTIST TALKS
The central Conference presents 20+ lectures, panels and talks by a hand-picked line-up of the world’s most adventurous artists, avant-garde filmmakers, upcoming talents, cutting-edge illustrators, innovative designers, and creative thinkers.
Elenia Beretta
IT
Italian born, Berlin based illustrator and author inspired by childhood explorations in forests and painting with her mother, melding classic picture-book and modernist painting traditions
Camilla Falsini
IT
Italian Illustrator and muralist expanding her geometric style characterised by clear lines, minimal shapes and strong colours from editorials to large-scale installations
Jean Jullien
FR
French artist pairing bold, gestural black lines and flat, vibrant colour with witty, warm-hearted observations of modern life
and more …
… to be announced soon!
SCREENING PROGRAMMES
The official 2027 animation selection features 100 outstanding short films on three screens in six programmes, offering the latest and freshest generation of characters in motion, from narrative shorts and music visuals to experimental animation – with many of the creators present to discuss their work in Q&A sessions.
NETWORKING
Concentrated one-on-one encounters and portfolio reviews enable new connections between creative talent within the audience and the industries shaping tomorrow’s visual culture — from animation, streaming, games, emerging media, to branding, advertising, licensing and publishing.
WORKSHOPS
In addition to hands-on workshops, media demos and after hour jams, Pictoplasma provides a plethora of possibilities for attendees and featured artists to mix, mingle and meet – from spontaneous sticker swaps and speed meetings to intimate round table talks and all night parties.
CHARACTER MARKET
Pictoplasma welcomes all to its legendary Sunday Open House at silent green: a bustling market, packed with original works, quality prints, toys, zines, clothing and more – and meet their international makers. Additionally, the animation programme is offered in full for one last viewing and playful art-making spaces invite all to get hands on.
Details on how to apply for a table will be made available starting from February 2027.
SILENT GREEN
Gerichtstr. 35
13347 Berlin
Pictoplasma Berlin 2027 takes place at the extensive premises of a former crematorium, the silent green, now a vibrant cultural venue. The location houses all activities at one lively venue, with talks, panels, screenings, workshops and exhibitions happening inside and out in the open air. Further satellite events await attendees at partnering galleries, clubs and cinemas throughout Berlin.
SCHEDULE
April 28
18:00 – 23:00
Pre-Pictoplasma Meet’n Greet & Exhibition Opening
April 29 — May 1
10:30 – late
Conference Artist Talks & Lectures
Panel Discussions & Round Tables
Animation Fest Screenings
Networking Sessions
Portfolio Reviews
Workshops, Art Jams
Media Demos
After Hour Surprises & Parties
May 2
13:00 – 19:00
Sunday Open House
Character Art Market
Animation Screenings
Art Happenings
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