Sebastian Björkman

Reviver

REVIVER Helsinki 2024 Task In February 2024, I launched REVIVER, an art project combining environmental sustainability with creative innovation. Using repurposed books from Helsinki’s libraries, I handcrafted paper and experimented with linoleum printmaking to develop unique artwork. Challenge Working from my basement studio, I faced the challenge of mastering new techniques while transitioning from a … Read more

Suomen Metsä

Suomen Metsä Helsinki 2022 Task As the creative director of Suomen Metsä, my main responsibility is to create compelling marketing materials and I single-handedly developed the visual identity for the organization. I aim to connect people to nature through projects like our recent welfare cycling event, highlighting the urgency of conservation efforts. Challenge A key … Read more

Obskura

Obskura Helsinki 2022 Task The exhibition Obskura explores themes of fear and paranoia inspired by the global pandemic, combining auditory and visual storytelling. It features 14 stories, presented in written and visual format. The exhibition aims to provoke reflection on the chaotic events of the past two years. Challenge I sought to avoid pandemic clichés, … Read more

Finlands Natur

FINLANDS NATUR Helsinki 2022 Task I create custom caricature illustrations for Finlands Natur, a quarterly publication by Natur och Miljö. The goal is to capture complex environmental topics in a visually engaging and accessible way. Challenge Natur och Miljö commissions me to create caricature illustrations for their magazine Finlands Natur to accompany articles on environmental … Read more

Krakarna över Helsingfors

Krakarna över Helsingfors Helsinki 2021 Task My aim was to self-publish 300 hand-bound copies of my debut graphic novel, Krakarna över Helsingfors. The book is a whimsical, illustrated story set in a modern fantasy version of Helsinki. My goal is to complete printing and binding by December 2021, with a release event at Luckan in Helsinki. … Read more