Poster for NEXT, an event for performance, visual arts and technology. Design in collaboration with Sjoerd Beijers.
Collide24 (C24) was an independent online platform from 2019–2024, that explored collaboration as a creative practice. By interviewing international, talented artists and featuring their projects, the platform gave not only an insight into the creative process, it also spread an important message: learning from each other and fusing our energy into one project can make all the difference.
The presented projects range from design and art to music, fashion, CGI, art, and animation and are therefore representative of the contemporary creative scene. Advancing into collaborative formats beyond the screen, C24 published its first book C24 Archive One in 2021, followed by the group show Next at Soho House Berlin 2022 in co-production with movement and multimedia artist MaggZ.
Through these experiences, the team behind Collide24 was able to build strong communication, social and administrative skills to organize events, realize successful crowdfunding projects and build an international, creative community.
Team:
Lena Manger [Co-Founder & Author]
Kevin Moll [Co-Founder]
MaggZ [Producer & Performance Art Consultant]
Sjoerd Beijers [Graphic & Project Assistance]
Ana Henriques [Author]
Benedict Bueb [Author]
Diana Kovrigina [Author]
Emma Lang [Author]
Collide24 was created as a platform to bridge the gap between various creative disciplines and to provide a space for collaboration, exchange, and inspiration. The project emerged from the realization that the creative industry is becoming increasingly interconnected and interdisciplinary. The goal of C24 was to foster a global community of designers,artists, and creatives by providing them with a stage to showcase their work, collaborate, and learn from one another. As Co-Founder, Art Director, and Designer, I was significantly involved from the very beginning in shaping the visual and content direction of C24, transforming the project from an idea into a vibrant, creative platform.
In my role, I led the entire creative process, from concept to execution. My focus was on developing a strong visual identity that reflects the values and goals of Collide24. The design process involved the design and technical realization of the website, the creation of editorial content, and the visual presentation of interviews and collaborations. By closely collaborating with international artists and designers, we succeeded in curating a diverse and dynamic collection of creative content. The result was a platform that not only serves as a source of inspiration but also actively contributes to networking and collaboration within the global creative community. C24 was established itself as an important hub for creative exchange, fostering innovative ideas and projects in the community.
Music performance at NEXT by Karin Kolb, Felix Neumann and Joannie Baumgärtner. Photo by Marcus Mainz.
Artist Talk at NEXT with Nina Doll and Tabitha Swanson. Photo by Marcus Mainz.
Photo by Yannic Pöpperling.
COLLIDE24 Archive Book One, serves as an printed archive of all the artists that we interviewed with during the first year since the existence of C24 (June 2019 – July 2020), in order to bring an increased appreciation and visuality to the creative field. The range of artists from all kinds of disciplines is a testament to our broad understanding of creativity.
The C24 Archive One showcases the work of more than 100 international designers, artists, studios, labels and collectives, such as C’estainsi, Colin Doerffler, Virgile Flores, Yuen Hsieh, Samara Keller, Cindy Kut.kov., Charlotte Rohde, Robuche, Leah Maldonado, Panama Papers Office, Ada Sokoł, Typelab and more, as well as six exclusive collaborative artworks by selected artists and inspiring interviews, stories and essays on creativity, design and life.