Advice: before you start this masterclass, think about how you want to design your kite (shape, color, illustrations etc).
Programme
Day 1 | The art of structure is how and where to place it
- Presentation about KiteLab, brief history and introduction of certain kite shapes
- Presentation on assignment and materials, sourcing sail shapes, thinking about structures
- At the end of the day, everyone shares their kite ideas. Explanation and tips to think about the next day’s steps
Day 2 | Connections are more important than bones
- Continue your work (structure has already been thought of)
- How do you connect the structure to the sail (reinforcements)?
- 1-on-1 advice on your design
- At the end of the day, the three elements of a kite should be practically ready for the next day: structure / connections / sail – tail
Day 3 | The sky for experimentation
- Finishing
- Kite Bridle / sail adjustment
- Presentation of the results, flight test
- Documentation of results (photos/social media)
- Joint closure

You will need
- Sketchbook
- Laptop (if needed to make 3d plans and connections)
We will provide all other materials.
Knowledge and skills
- Be patient and creative
- Sewing basics (if not, of course you will be helped)
Practical info
- English-language
- Lunch included
Costs & tickets
The ticket price for students is €150,- incl. VAT
The ticket price for professionals is €230,- incl. VAT
For questions please send an email to info@graphicmatters.nl

Summer School 2023
From August 15 to 24, Graphic Matters presents a Summer School in Breda. The Summer School consists of four masterclasses that are entirely dedicated to the theme Blow Up/Blow Out. Each masterclass will be given by leading international designers, artists or typographers. There is also a social programme with studio visits, tours and lectures.
This masterclass is made possible by the Keep an Eye Foundation, a Dutch foundation dedicated to talent development that supports various organizations nationwide. Read more about it here.
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