Nvard Yerkanian

Meet Nvard

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I am an Armenian graphic artist and illustrator based in Venice, Italy.
Recognised for my architectural and urban illustrations series, ‘Fragile Concrete’, dedicated to Soviet modernist architecture in Armenia, which gained nominations for World Illustration Awards in 2019 and Koscatzky Art-Award in 2021.
I am passionate about architecture, urbanism, cultural heritage, art, history and politics. My working process reflects this motivation as I embark on a thorough research journey, delving into the historical and cultural context of each project. This process allows me to understand the details and underlying narratives behind the subject matter, enabling me to create visually compelling and conceptually rich images. I infuse my work with a sense of depth and authenticity, creating illustrations that visually engage the audience, provoke thought, and foster a deeper appreciation for the subject matter. This relentless pursuit of knowledge, combined with a passion for storytelling through illustration, fuels my creative endeavours and inspires me to push the boundaries of illustration craft using cinematic sceneries and bold colours.
I'm the co-founder and curator of WHY Graphic Design Festival in Florence and co-founder of AJZ space and curatorial art collective. I studied Architecture (BA), Graphic Design (MA), and Cultural Criticism (MA), in my artistic practices, I try to combine all the disciplines and skills.