Vilnius Academy of Arts
Graduates: 2024
Specialisms: Graphic Design / Typography / Illustration
My location: Vilnius, Lithuania
First Name: Konstancija
Last Name: Kertenyte
University / College: Vilnius Academy of Arts
Course / Program: Graphic design
Graduates: 2024
Specialisms: Graphic Design / Typography / Illustration
My Location: Vilnius, Lithuania
In the age of globalization, local cultures are often overlooked in favor of foreign culture influences. The socio-communicative typography design project 'Aśva' (from Sanskrit – horse) aims to reconnect with Baltic cultural roots. Inspired by unique Lithuanian and Latvian jewelry, the project creates a Baltic zoomorphic ornament-inspired font. Amidst Ukraine's fight for national identity presrvation, 'Aśva' in this situation underscores the importance of native language and cultural heritage for Lithuanian unity. The project features a display font 'Ashva' and a virtual reality installation 'Roots’ Tunnels', allowing users to explore the deep cultural layers of the Baltic tribes.