“Odd objects” is a comic book workshop led by the team behind the project Co-mixer. Launched when its creators were in university in 2011, currently, the publication for comic book stories by various authors is among the most recognized and followed formats on the subject. Each issue is different and open to new contributors and experiments in the comic book form. “Our goal is for diversity of comic styles, so we provide freedom in artistic means of expression and interpretation of the theme” share the young artists.

During the festival, the Co-mixer illustrators and designers will engage children over 9 years old and ask them the interesting question how the design of everyday objects helps or hinders the things we do. The work is structured so that it entertaining but also educational. On cards that are prepared beforehand, various objects whose design has been changed so that it impedes the fulfillment of its usual function (for example, a car with square tires or a teapot with three spouts)will be displayed. Each child chooses an object to draw and tell a story that will either place the object in its usual or new use. The workshop is an opportunity to see the how the banal and familiar forms of design that we use daily, can be redefined through children’s strong imagination so as to be seen in a whole new light.

Registration in advance is required at: co.mixerbg@gmail.com.