Niklas Block, (b. 1991) is working and living in Karlsruhe, Germany. Since five years he is working
as a UI/UX Consultant for SAP and as freeworking designer/artist as BLOCK N.
About Block N
Founded by Niklas Block in 2016, Block N began as an independent studio specializing in graphics and visual communication. Niklas has worked as a designer and artist for various esteemed companies such as Dummy Verlag and Monopol, in addition to undertaking numerous brand design and other creative projects.
In March 2020, the drawing program was officially launched. With a foundation in print design and a passion for diverse printing techniques, Niklas employs methods such as silk screen printing, risography, and pen-plotting. His atelier is equipped with various printers, materials, and machines, allowing for the use of a wide range of mediums including crayons, chalk, ink, ballpoint pens, pencils, acrylics, and spray cans. These materials are combined with parameters like stroke width, folding techniques, and dripping methods, along with layouts and patterns. The results are unique artworks and collages.
To see more, explore his collection.
Selected Exhibitions, Talks, Awards
2017
Don’t fear algorithms Exhibition,
Merz Akademie Stuttgart
2018
Don’t fear algorithms Exhibition,
Lange Nacht der Museen Stuttgart
Don’t fear algorithms Exhibition,
Galerie Kernweile Stuttgart
2019
Don’t fear algorithms Exhibition,
FensterPlatz Heidelberg
2020
German Design Award Nominee,
Newcomer of the Year
2022
351 Exhibition,
FensterPlatz Heidelberg
391 Exhibition,
Amiconsult GmbH Karlsruhe
2023
Donation of paintings for bid for peace
Workshop Pestalozzi Schule Frankenthal
Selected Press
Selected Clients
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