The theme for the show in Cologne 2018 was "INSPIRATION IS FOR AMATEURS", inspired by the iconic quote by Chuck Close. Presenters delved into the idea that true creativity and innovation come from within, and that inspiration is not something that can be easily found or replicated. Instead, they shared their own stories of perseverance, experimentation, and dedication to their craft, inspiring attendees to tap into their own inner sources of creativity and drive.

When: September 25+26
Where: Cologne, Germany
Venue: Residenz KölnKaiser-Wilhelm-Ring 30-32, 50672 CologneView map

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Pic-TimePic-Time is the gallery and delivery platform for photographers who care how a gallery looks before a client opens it. They've sponsored WUN since Cologne 2018. The Pic-Time Storytelling Evening, started at Vienna 2022, has become its own thing inside the WUN week. València hosts the next one.

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Anna Roström

Ekerö, Sweden

I was born in Sweden. I moved to Pakistan (long story). I now live in Stockholm. I have a hunky husband, a hyperactive life, and a neurotic reindeer at my backyard. I travel everywhere for love (and for champagne). I think that me time is going to the bathroom without my kid. I love my bathroom, and my kid, in different ways. I used to hunt criminals but now I hunt natural light. I am actually not a small pig, surprise! I am just a photographer with a strange nickname.

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Wooden BananaWooden Banana has sponsored WUN since the first edition in Stockholm 2015. They sold one product then. Wooden boxes. Today they make albums, packaging, prints, the lot. The Wooden Banana Party that closes every WUN takes its name from them. València will be no different.

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Michael Antonia

Orcas Island, United States

When I was a little kid I had 4 part time jobs and ran several small businesses to afford records. Things haven't changed much. The Flashdance houses 6 companies and covers nearly every aspect of event production.

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