In cooperation with the Embassy of Sweden in Japan, which will participate in the “TOKYO ART BOOK FAIR” in November 2023, two Swedish artists will be invited as guests for this international collaborative event.

They will talk about Swedish art and literature today, the significance of art and illustration in Japan and Sweden, and the process of turning their works into picture books.

The event is open to the public. We look forward to your participation.

Date: 18:00-19:30, Friday, November 24, 2023
Venue: Community Salon, 3F, Taki Plaza, Faculty of Music Campus, Tokyo University of the Arts
Language: Swedish (Japanese consecutive interpretation available)
Participant: 30 people (Reservation needed)
→ https://forms.gle/tJv158bmHPBhf8Kc9

[GUESTS]

Eva Lindström 

Born in 1952, Swedish picture book author. In addition to children’s books, she has also created animation works, and has had a great influence on Swedish artists. Nominated for the International Andersen Award, and recognized both nationally and internationally for her work.
Photo by Jonas Adner

Jöns Mellgren 

Born 1976, Swedish author, illustrator and film director. He has published picture books and many short animated films, which have been screened at international film festivals.

Contact: Global Support Center (Miyauchi) globalsupport@ml.geidai.ac.jp