Category: Poster

Concept of the project submitted:

The idea of “Odysseas” that is depicted in this graphic design artwork came out from this mythological character that passed so many difficulties in order to return to his homeland. We can parallel this journey as the journey we do through space and time, as the thoughts we have, in order to accomplish our goals.

Short Bio:

My name is Ioannis Kalligas and I was born in Athens in 1979. I have studied Computer Science in UK and is my major profession of living, working towards Front-End Developer. I like fine arts (I paint), writing (I have published a poetry collection in 2017), and I like to use digital media for doing art. I also like music, theatre and sports.

Category: Poster

Concept of the project submitted:

The idea of “Odysseas” that is depicted in this graphic design artwork came out from this mythological character that passed so many difficulties in order to return to his homeland. We can parallel this journey as the journey we do through space and time, as the thoughts we have, in order to accomplish our goals.

Short Bio:

My name is Ioannis Kalligas and I was born in Athens in 1979. I have studied Computer Science in UK and is my major profession of living, working towards Front-End Developer. I like fine arts (I paint), writing (I have published a poetry collection in 2017), and I like to use digital media for doing art. I also like music, theatre and sports.

Category: 19a + c Animated Poster; 19b Poster

Concept of the project submitted:

19a + b: Having already created projects that emphasize on sustainability and health in the past, the first thing that came to my mind when I read the title of the contest was the irreplaceable value of water in our lives. Water is the largest natural resource but only 3% of it, is freshwater, of which just 1/3 is accessible for use. The rest is frozen in glaciers or hidden too deep underground. As the world warms, climate change can threaten ecosystems and environments that protect vital water resources. My goal was to focus on a few single drops of water falling and moving on a surface, to showcase how precious every one of them is for humanity, while asking the viewer the eternally unanswered question. Is there life after water? How can we replace water in the future in case of a possible shortage. The project was made entirely in adobe photoshop and after effects.

19c: Imagine yourself on vacation. It is midsummer. You just woke up and can only hear the cicadas. It is a hot day and you are having your ice coffee by the swimming pool, at the beach hotel on a Greek island. The water moves in the most serene way inside the pool and the only thing that floats, is a vibrant red life ring. No one is inside the pool yet, everyone is still sleeping. An image you want to keep in your mind forever and be able to see it and re-live this experience every time you are stressed, or lost in your thoughts. You can stare at it forever. The project was made in adobe illustrator, photoshop and after effects.

Short Bio:

I was raised in a small Greek village, with more hens than residents! The secluded but picturesque environment made me use my imagination and creativity a lot and left me wondering what else is out there. At 18 I left home, as I was accepted by Athens school of fine arts, in order to become a visual artist. However, it was when I was a student at Universite Paris 8, in the city of lights, via Erasmus, that I realized I want to learn more about the commercial part of visual arts. After finishing my bachelor’s degree, I started my master in brand communication and also my career as a designer. I worked for the Ministry of culture and some online jewelry brands. At the moment I work as a product designer, while improving my skills in digital and interactive design. I love designing and can’t wait to work on bigger projects in the future!

 A force of genesis and destruction, water creates and erodes. For the past billions of years, water in various forms has been constantly morphing the geographical landscapes. With this poster, I intend to capture a glimpse of water’s essence, reimagining this element through this slow yet persistent sequence of motion. While the element may appear as a calm force, it can also be destructive. The core value of my design echoes the ongoing natural disasters around the world deriving from water. From glacier avalanches in Kyrgyzstan and Chile to apocalyptic floods in Pakistan, these brutal waters are all linked to climate change and have, unfortunately, become more of an ordinary phenomenon, depriving many of their lives and dreams. Attached to this online application form you will find two versions of the poster, one still DINA1 and one animated with a 9:16 ratio.

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