Abstract
Political Narratives, Silkscreen Workshop
Lars Harmsen & Markus Lange
Professors, Design Faculties, FH Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts & TH Nuremberg, GER
Room: AP.152.01.103
In this workshop students will create a series of silkscreen-printed posters reflecting on contemporary socio-political challenges. In an era where analog and digital realms converge this workshop explores the interplay between political narratives, design, and critical discourse. By combining hands-on experiences in screen printing, participants will engage in visual storytelling to foster dialogue around shared experiences, hidden challenges, and diverse perspectives.
Learning outcome and creative result
Participants will engage in creating impactful silkscreened posters that reflect contemporary socio-political challenges. The workshop culminates in an exhibition and showcase during Design Month Graz, held at the Festival Center Hornig Areal, Waagner-Biro-Straße 39.
On Monday May 12, there will be a Jam Session "Print 'n' Dance", where posters are collaboratively designed and printed live on site at the Festival Center Hornig Areal from 4 pm to 10 pm. Participating students are encouraged to attend.
About the instructors
Prof. Lars Harmsen (www.melvilledesign.de / www.slanted.de) from FH Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts runs Poster Rex with Prof. Markus Lange from TH Nuremberg (Technische Hochschule Georg Simon Ohm Nürnberg) since 2015. They are experts in poster design and silkscreen printing.