Last Sunday, the 28th, the Illustration Market, run by Bob Mollema, took place in Vogelfrei, Utrecht. From 11:00 to 17:00, it was a resounding success, with people drawn in by visual stimuli and engaging conversations with a diverse range of creators.
The highly talented photographer Ian Geurts, also known as Mortus, moved through the crowd like a discreet lizard, capturing some beautiful moments.
There were many things to see, including linocuts, screen prints, etchings, tapestries, water bottles, original drawings, and a wide range of merchandise. It was also an opportunity for the illustrators to connect with their community, a group they usually only interact with on social media. It is terrific how human interactions are brought to life in the real world at this market. It is a discovery market, but also for connection.
If you missed this edition, here’s something to put in your diary: there will be another illustration market on 8 November, but this time in De Utrechter! Just like last time in Vogelfrei, the line-up will be excellent.
Thanks to: Boobie Babes, Zuza Loch, Patz van der Sloot, Nick Liefhebber, Gemma Pauwels, Lotte Dijkstra, Sue Doeksen, Robert Jan Lechner, Jango Jim, Eline Schipperen, Cliff van Thillo, Barry Timmer, Ellis Tolsma, Nastia Cistakova, Kapitaal, Bob Mollema.
Photography: Ian Geurts
