Forward Festival

Berlin in summer is always worth a visit! Especially this year, as we bring Forward Festival back for a summer edition at HKW Berlin. Addressing the hottest topics in the creative bubble, our lineup ranges from industry heavyweights to local heroes, featuring talks, Q&As, workshops, and exhibitions. Once again, we offer a platform for artists, designers, and thinkers to gain new insights and connect with like-minded individuals. Whether you're into graphic design, AI, film, or photography, this vibrant celebration of creativity has something for everyone. Across three stages, speakers like Stefan Sagmeister, Nicole McLaughlin and Giusy Amoroso will share insights into their creative process and offer multi-disciplinary inspiration, discussing key industry topics like AI in art, future trends, and the importance of a hands-on approach. Be part of the amazing experience and get your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/em7HA3g3

Meet design leaders like Stefan Sagmeister and connect with Berlin's creative community! ▶ Line-up featuring 40 speakers from the fields of creativity, design, and digital culture ▶ Workshops, art installations, and exhibition area ▶ Networking with creative minds from around the world ▶ An unforgettable experience in the great halls of Haus der Kulturen der Welt (HKW) Don't miss out when Berlin comes together to celebrate creativity on August 29th and 30th. Save your seat now! https://lnkd.in/d2AvT7b7

On August 29-30th we return to BERLIN with more than 40 top creatives on 3 stages including Stefan Sagmeister, Ariel Lu, Max Siedentopf, Gavin Strange, Thuli Wolf, DEVEROE, Viktor Hammarberg, Johanna Jaskowska and many more. Join us at Haus der Kulturen der Welt (HKW), our extraordinary venue right beside the Spree, for this 2 days of creativity summer edition!

THIS IS NOT A POST – THIS IS A WAY TO SUPPORT <3 “I'd love to do something, but I don't know how.” – Do you know this thought? Of course, we do too – that's why, together with the humanitarian organisation Mission Lifeline, we’ve found a first answer over the past few months on how you can easily support. 3 ways from here, at work or on the couch –> Supportyourlocaldealer.org ➡ SKETCH&RESCUE*:  Grab a pen and send us a sketch of how you would visualize "solidarity." Upload it, and you’re done. *We can use your sketch to create new solidarity products and campaigns – proceeds go directly to humanitarian projects. Once your illustration appears on a product, you will of course receive one. Your name will naturally be credited as part of the design. See how easy it is here: https://lnkd.in/d_cjuYQX ➡COLLECTIVE COLLECTION:  Support by purchasing a solidarity product. Background: To test the collective design process, we conducted a co-creative workshop with Mission Lifeline in the NoPlace project (Cologne). Sketches from this workshop are now available on solidarity shirts, screen prints, and caps. All proceeds are donated to MissionLifeline. Designed in Cologne, Printed in Berlin. Find the Solidari_thek shop here -> https://lnkd.in/d_cjuYQX ➡SUPPORT&VISIBILITY:  We appreciate any kind of visibility for humanitarian issues: postings, spreading the word, supporting, participating – choose your way.

Taking Creativity to the Max: Spectacular Debut in Amsterdam 🌪 Forward Festival expanded to Amsterdam, connecting 1,500 creative professionals in a two-day event at the Internationaal Theater Amsterdam. The program was filled with inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, exciting happenings, and ample networking opportunities. With over 30 international speakers, the program covered AI, digital art, graphic design, and more. Highlights included talks by multidisciplinary artist Erik Kessels, filmmaker and illustrator Anna Ginsburg, Builders Club's Jonas Hegi and Julien Simshauser, and graphic designer Felix Pfäffli from Studio Feixen. Special attention was given to AI and new technologies by bus.group and local hero Thereza Ruller from The Rodina. The first Forward Festival Amsterdam was a major success, fostering creativity and valuable experiences. Next stops: Berlin (August 29-30) and Vienna (October 3-4) for the rest of the 2024 season. . . . #forwardfestival #forwardamsterdam #connectingcreatives

The Forward Festival in Amsterdam, powered by a partnership with Squarespace, left attendees inspired to turn their passion into a business with a unique online presence. Highlights included graphic designer Stephanie Specht discussing how Squarespace streamlined her creative process and enhanced her online presence. Nicole Paulus shared actionable strategies for engaging audiences and building communities through interactive content on Squarespace. Art by Oums captivated the audience with her story of using Squarespace to market her art globally and conduct online drawing classes. The festival underscored the importance of digital tools in today's creative industries. For a detailed recap and more insights, read our article "Behind the Curtains of Forward Amsterdam with Squarespace." https://lnkd.in/d3VpA2M5 Don’t forget to use the code “FORWARDFESTIVAL” for 20% off a new Squarespace website subscription. This part of the program was presented by Squarespace, the all-in-one website builder and design-driven platform for creative entrepreneurs. . . . #forwardfestival #forwardamsterdam #squarespace #designconference #connectingcreatives

Attention all design mavens and sticker aficionados! ✨ Ready to create the ultimate festival keepsake? Join forces with StickerApp and Forward Festival for an exhilarating design contest! We're on a mission to curate the coolest, most coveted sticker collection for our Berlin festival attendees to take home. Submit now: https://lnkd.in/da_unA8m The most creative sticker wins €500 in sticker credits at StickerApp’s sticker shop as well as @forwardfestivals-Merch 🎉 The top 5 stickers will also be collectibles at the Festival - so keep your eyes open in our expo area and your goodiebag. . . . #forwardfestival #stickerapp #connectingcreatives #forwardberlin #berlin #stickers #event #festival #designconference #designevent #creativity #design #creativecommunity

✌️ Round two at Forward Festival in Amsterdam! Just like last year, our colleagues Lucia and Yasmine immersed themselves in a whirlwind of creativity, soaking up fresh ideas and perspectives from top-notch speakers and workshops. 💡 The lively streets of Amsterdam infused an extra dose of inspiration into every moment. 🏙️ After two days of immersion, they returned to the office brimming with renewed energy and a wealth of new ideas. Here's to the power of forward-thinking! ✨👀 #ForwardFestival #Amsterdam #ForwardFestivalAmsterdam

Thank you, Forward Festival, for inviting me to speak in Amsterdam last week! It was a blast sharing insights about Dada Projects, our new work, our process, and the importance of womxn in design. Plus, a big thanks to friends for their extra on-site support ♥ Annet Liulko, Caroline Mulle, Svet Lapcheva, Ivelle Jargalyn, Manuel Birnbacher, Daniel Schnitterbaum, Linda Karlsson, Justus Steinfeldt, and Ben Kreukniet #dadaprojects #forwardfestival #3d #design

Day one of the Forward Festival Amsterdam was a blast, bringing incredible insights and excitement! We celebrated creativity and innovation at the Internationaal Theater Amsterdam! Highlights included the vibrant art of Aurélia Durand who celebrates diversity through joyful illustrations, and Team Thursday focus on visual identities. 3D artist Eva Cremers shared her playful artworks, while Erik Kessels inspired with boundary-pushing projects. We also enjoyed Baugasm' journey from music to graphic design, bus.group's minimalistic CGI designs, and Baast Studio's innovative digital experiences. Stephanie Specht and Builders Club rounded off the day with their creative insights. Thanks to the wonderful audience for making the first day special. What was your highlight of the Forward Festival's first day? There's more to come as the festival continues!