Eike König is known for his bold style and for questioning social issues. For the federal election, he gives democracy a face and creates an artwork with "Don't ghost the Vote" that calls for democratic participation.
▾ Who is Eike König?
Eike König is a renowned, internationally recognized artist, designer, and professor. He is the founder of the creative studio Hort in Berlin. Known for his conceptual and typography-driven design, he operates at the intersection of design and art. His works are often socially critical and experimental, earning him international recognition in the design scene. In addition to his work as a designer, König is also active as a lecturer and speaker.
▾ Why did you choose this design?
Eike: "Even in the past, social issues and conflicts were addressed using comic characters. Giving democracy—which is fundamentally a bodiless construct, constantly negotiated and therefore evolving—a figurative moment felt like a fitting translation."
▾ What are typical themes or motifs in your work?
Eike: "It is important to me to create inclusive rather than exclusive art, with the broadest possible interpretative scope. I find inspiration in the magical moments when I encounter something new or discover something unknown within the familiar."
▾ Why is the message ‘Don’t ghost the Vote’ so important?
Eike: "The right to vote is a fundamental right. Unfortunately, every unused vote strengthens the parties that would rather abolish democracy or manipulate it to the point where it becomes democracy in name only."
