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JUST WHAT IS IT THAT MAKES TODAY’S POLISH ILLUSTRATIONS (NOT) SO DIFFERENT, SO APPEALING

The lecture is a presentation on recent, award-winning Polish illustrations from books for children and young adults. The reference to the title of Richard Hamilton’s famous collage, “Just What Is It That Makes Today’s Homes So Different, So Appealing?”, is not only a mere, humorous reference but also an attempt to offer a more analytical approach toward the panoramic view of contemporary images in Polish books. Looking back at the tradition of Polish illustration, especially its golden period known as the Polish School of Illustration, will allow me to bring about exciting observations on a selection of the most interesting recent releases. Hamilton’s artwork was created in 1956, the year which may be perceived as a turning point in the post-war history of fine and applied arts in Poland. Graphic design in books addressed to young readers of that time featured an extreme variety of styles, techniques, approaches, and concepts of the role of illustrations and other art elements. Today’s illustrations seem to reflect this rich and highly varied heritage.