Sebastian Koenig 'Heading Back' Print Available

Artist: Sebastian Koenig
Title: Heading Back
Medium: Giclee Print
Size: 18 x 24 Inches
Edition: OPEN
Price: €100

 

Sebastian Koenig is an illustrator, graphic designer, and art director originally from Germany, specifically based in the city of Hamburg. His creative practice is characterized by a dual focus on minimalistic typographic design and vibrant, edgy illustration work. His visual style often utilizes a rough, papercut like vector aesthetic, incorporating grainy textures and meticulously selected color palettes to create a sense of tactile depth. By simplifying shapes and characters, he emphasizes visual storytelling that allows complex narratives to emerge from single, wordless frames.

Beyond digital mediums, Koenig frequently works with physical materials such as cardboard and paper, valuing the haptic quality of analog craftsmanship. His career began in editorial art direction for publishing houses, a background that continues to inform his focus on spot colors and screen printing. He maintains a prolific presence in the international editorial circuit, contributing illustrations to high profile publications like The New York Times, The New Yorker, and Die Zeit.

In addition to his commercial commissions, Koenig is deeply involved in independent publishing. He regularly produces personal projects, including zines and books such as the risograph printed publication "Cars," which explores quirky individual narratives through simplistic imagery. His work often seeks to find humor in everyday situations, such as the boredom of traffic jams or the awkwardness of travel, effectively bridging the gap between high design and relatable human experiences.