Slanted Magazine #46—Cairo is a visual journey into the vibrant heart of Egypt’s creative scene. The dynamic design culture of Cairo—and beyond—reveals just how diverse, innovative, and powerful creative voices in Egypt are today.

From graphic design, typography, and visual communication to architecture and product design, Slanted #46 showcases outstanding projects that are shaping the cultural present and future of the region. Whether through progressive branding concepts, experimental approaches, or striking visual storytelling, this issue reflects the powerful creative energy flowing through Egypt. Slanted gives space to designers, illustrators, and artists from Cairo, other Egyptian cities, and abroad—highlighting their work and personal statements. In-depth essays and articles on cultural, social, and creative topics related to Cairo and Egypt round out the issue.

Slanted Magazine #46—Cairo is a compelling portrait of a design scene in motion—bold, diverse, and brimming with fresh perspectives. On our trip to Cairo, we conducted numerous interviews with people from the creative industries, which have been edited into the short film Cairo Unscripted—Exploring Cairo’s Past, Present, and Creative Future by design studio Ntsal. It is available for free on ↗ slanted.de/cairo

To mark the release of Slanted Magazine #46—Cairo, we’re launching a special edition with five stunning photo prints by Markus Lange, as well as a striking hoodie collaboration with Reell and Negmedine Khaled—subscribe to Slanted and keep the creative journey going.

Schweigen ist keine Option. Nicht jetzt. In ihrer Ausstellung »Rebel
Prints« beziehen Lars Harmsen und Markus Lange, das Künstler-Duo
hinter Poster Rex, eine klare Position: Design ist niemals neutral — es
spiegelt immer Werte und Ideologien wider. Seit der Gründung vor
über zehn Jahren setzen sie sich kritisch mit den bedrohlichen Entwick-
lungen unserer Zeit auseinander. Ihre Plakate weigern sich, die Welt der
Ungerechtigkeit zu überlassen, und stehen exemplarisch für den Einsatz
von Design als Protestmittel. Ihre starken Botschaften und visuellen
Interventionen konfrontieren uns mit der dringenden Notwendigkeit,
aktiv zu handeln.

REBEL PRINTS—The Poster Rex Manifesto
Lars Harmsen, Markus Lange

Lars Harmsen und Markus Lange, das visionäre Duo hinter Poster Rex, wissen um die Kraft der Zeichen. Ihre Plakate verbinden zeitgenössische Ästhetik mit unbequemen Bildern aus unserer turbulenten Zeit, oft in einem politischen und/oder gesellschaftskritischen Kontext. Poster Rex steht für Popkultur und die anhaltende Kraft von Kreativität und menschlicher Resilienz – der rebellische Geist von Poster Rex provoziert und weckt Hoffnung.

Davon zeugen nicht nur die im Siebdruckverfahren hergestellten Plakate, sondern auch die kraftvollen Aussagen von über 25 Designerinnen und Künstlern, mit denen sie vor Ort zusammengearbeitet und gedruckt haben, darunter namhafte Persönlichkeiten wie Peter Bankov (CZ), Edwin van Gelder (NL), Mirko Borsche (DE), Götz Grämlich (DE), Ariane Spanier (DE), Officina Arara (PT), Yetkin Başarır (TR) und viele mehr …

REBEL PRINTS-The Poster Rex Manifesto ist eine Auswahl von Siebdruckplakaten, die in den letzten 10 Jahren in Zusammenarbeit mit Poster Rex und Künstler*innen aus aller Welt entstanden sind.

Poster Rex was founded in 2014 by @markus_lange and our Creative Director @lars.harmsen after a screen printing workshop in Cuba. In the following years, the two designers conducted numerous printing sessions and workshops around the world, inviting local designers to create experimental posters. Each session focused on predetermined themes from politics, current events, and social issues, emphasizing one thing above all: attitude! What emerged is an impressive testament to the enduring power of creativity and the deeply human capacity for hope, often accompanied by a call to take concrete action. The poster collection now includes over 3,000 unique pieces.

»This exhibition is dedicated to all those who live in countries where the government restricts the right to protest. There, where art becomes the weapon of choice for the brave and the bold. These poster artists are agents of dissent, challenging the very foundations of the regime. Their art is a form of resistance, a weapon in the fight for freedom and democracy.«

A cooperation of @neues_museum_nuernberg with @posterrex and @bayerndesignconnects

Welcome to a captivating journey through the vibrant landscapes of creativity, culture, and history in Slanted’s Special Issue Georgia/Armenia.

In August 2023, a team, including Lars Harmsen, Markus Lange, and Rene Wawrzkiewicz, embarked on a journey from Tbilisi, Georgia, to Yerevan, Armenia. Along the way, they delved into the studios of numerous designers and artists, unearthing the rich tapestry of talent that defines these two distinct yet interconnected nations. In the heart of the Caucasus, both Tbilisi and Yerevan emerge as beacons of creativity, diversity, and intelligence. Despite sharing a common border, each city resonates with its unique character, offering a kaleidoscope of experiences.

Wojciech Górecki, an analyst at the Centre for Eastern Studies in Warsaw, provides a brilliant introduction to Georgia, highlighting its geographical position in Asia while underscoring its historical ties to Europe. From independent principalities to a united Georgian kingdom, Górecki paints a vivid picture of a nation shaped by a rich history, autonomy in the Orthodox Church, and the influential role of women, exemplified by the remarkable Queen Tamara.

The stories of Tbilisi and Yerevan intertwine with geopolitical significance, shaping the South Caucasus region. Tbilisi, Georgia’s capital, stands as a geopolitical hub, its history marked by Russian influence and the 2008 war over South Ossetia and Abkhazia. Georgia’s aspirations for EU and NATO membership, coupled with ongoing territorial disputes with Russia, define Tbilisi’s resilience and quest for independence, making it a pivotal player in regional politics.

Turning our attention to Armenia, Krzysztof Strachota, Head of the Turkey, Caucasus, and Central Asia Department at the Centre for Eastern Studies, sheds light on the complexities of a country often overlooked on the map. Armenia, nestled between Russia, Iran, and Turkey, faces the ongoing reality of an undeclared war with Azerbaijan, culminating in the mass exodus of 100,000 Armenians in the fall of 2023, and ending with the dissolution of the self-declared Armenian Republic of Nagorno-Karabakh.

Against the backdrop of Mount Ararat, Yerevan, Armenia’s capital, bears witness to the intricate dynamics of the South Caucasus. Armenia’s ongoing struggle for independence and the persistent conflict with Azerbaijan shape the geopolitics of the former Soviet republic.

Explore Slanted’s Special Issue Georgia/Armenia, uncovering the narratives, creativity, and resilience of these remarkable nations while discovering the beauty and passion of this captivating region on every page!

MUNICH PRINT FESTIVAL — EVENT BRANDING
Melville Brand Design, Metapaper, and Slanted presented the "Munich Print Festival," a creative festival celebrating paper and print on July 17th.

Get a chance to ask questions, witness live Riso printing, and discover the magic behind printed matter. And, of course, enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks. Take a look behind the scenes at some of Europe’s leading Riso studios and find out more about Munich's leading printing houses. Additionally, Metapaper, Europe's first e-commerce platform for paper, will showcase its latest products.

Whether you are an accomplished graphic designer, a novice photographer, an experienced producer, or an enthusiastic student, this event is specially tailored for you.

A screenplay, or script, is a crafted literary work tailored for film, television, or video games by adept screenwriters. Unlike stage plays, screenplays adhere to a set of precise standards, beginning with meticulous formating. These conventions not only facilitate the practical purpose of rendering scripts as uni- formly readable blueprints for movies but also serve as a hallmark of professionalism in the industry. The prescribed format ensures that one page equates to approximately one minute of screen time. A standard screenplay employs a 12-point Courier typeface, with generous margins of at least one inch—wider on the left to accommodate hole punches. In our project, we deviate from these tra- ditional guidelines to explore the content of existing screenplays through a collage-like approach, intertwining text and imagery. This methodology allows us to reinterpret and reimagine the films from a new perspective.

a project of the 2nd semester Graphic Design course of Prof. Markus Lange at TH Nürnberg University of Applied Sciences Faculty of Design

Felicitas Scheller
Sophia Bachmann
Annalena Welskopp
Anna FischerAnnalena Fröhlich
Clara Rau
Julia Dittel
Ella Von Ostrowski
Clara Aumüller
Isabel Herbst
Jule Roth
Phillis Endres
Elena Cáceres de Paiz
Joanna Florian
Laura TorresLeya Hesselink
Dilara Ioakeimides
Franziska Müller
Paola Unrau
Valerie Friedrich
Veronika Kertsman
Miriam Landau
Jana Heiß
Isa Blanco Ollé