who we are
Picturebooks Berlin is a vibrant and creative community formed in late summer 2024, bringing together an international group of authors and illustrators. Rooted in Berlin, a city known for its rich artistic culture, the group was created to unite creative professionals who are passionate about the world of picturebooks. The collective fosters collaboration, dialogue, and innovation, offering spaces for creators to explore and celebrate picturebooks as an art form and a powerful medium of storytelling.
power of picturebooks
With members from different creative fields and countries, Picturebooks Berlin offers a unique space to share ideas, collaborate on projects, and promote picturebooks as a powerful tool to engage readers of all ages. The group’s activities aim to highlight picturebooks not only as literary works but also as a dynamic visual art form capable of transcending language and cultural barriers.
our mission
The mission of Picturebooks Berlin is to promote picturebooks as an essential and meaningful medium of artistic expression and storytelling. The collective strives to raise awareness of the unique qualities of picturebooks and to highlight their potential to captivate and inspire. Through their collaborative efforts, Picturebooks Berlin aims to provide a supportive environment for writers and illustrators, helping to shape the future of the genre.
our events
Currently, Picturebooks Berlin organizes both informal and formal activities such as workshops, talks, and gatherings. The group meets once a month for an informal after-work meetup, where members bring picturebooks to share. It also hosts more structured events and is open to collaborations with external organizations.
Within the group, we encourage members to initiate and develop activities together. Everything is organized by us, for us, with the goal of strengthening our community and supporting each member’s professional growth.
Our Values
inclusion
We are committed to inclusion and do not tolerate any form of discrimination — racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, or other exclusionary behavior.
collaboration
We value collaboration and contribution: from helping organize events to sharing knowledge and resources.
interculturality
We welcome all languages and cultures, celebrating the richness they bring to picturebooks storytelling.
Criteria for membership
Picturebooks Berlin is open to professionals who:
- Are based in Berlin or regularly present in the city.
- Are actively working in the field of picturebooks (authors and/or illustrators), with atleast one published book, a book under contract, or a current project in development.
- Have a peer-level professional background, even if not yet published, and are actively pursuing publication.
- Are willing to participate in the group’s activities: attending events, meetups, or contributing to community life.
- Embrace a collaborative and inclusive spirit, sharing experiences, supporting others, and promoting a safe, respectful space for all.
This group is not intended to be an education program or illustrator’s association, but rather a place for peer learning and professional exchange. However, many of our individual members offer a variety of local, affordable courses on topics of writing, illustration, colour theory, character development and comics for those interested in learning more.
becoming member
If you would like to become a member, please check the criteria before you register.
becoming follower
If you are interested in general information, publications, exhibitions and events on the subject of picture books in Berlin, please register for our newsletter.
becoming partner
If you want to cooperate for workshops, talks, exhibitions, or other collaborations, please contact us.