When does the lecture Thinking Picture Books take place?

The lecture takes place on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, starting at 7:30 PM.

Where is the event taking place?

The venue is the Projector Room in Gasteig HP8, Hans-Preißinger-Straße 8, 81379 Munich.

How long does the lecture last?

The lecture is scheduled for 7:30 to 9:00 PM without a break. The Gasteig event data also mention a possible end at 10:00 PM.

How much do the tickets cost?

Non-members pay 9 Euros, reduced tickets cost 6 Euros. Attendance is free for tgm members and cooperation partners.

Can I participate online?

Yes, the event is designed as a hybrid lecture and can be attended onsite or online.

How can I reach Gasteig HP8?

Take the U3 to Brudermühlstraße, from there it's about a five-minute walk. Alternatively, buses run to the Schäftlarnstraße/Gasteig HP8 stop.

Hans ten Doornkaat in Munich

Name: Hans ten Doornkaat: Thinking Picture Books
Start: 2026-11-10T19:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-10T22:00:00+01:00
Location: Gasteig HP8 – Projektor

When Picture Books Become Thought Landscapes

On Tuesday, November 10, 2026, Hans ten Doornkaat invites you to a deep dive into the art of the picture book at Gasteig HP8. The tgm hybrid lecture Thinking Picture Books connects literary criticism, illustration theory, and practical insights into the design of picture-text narratives.

Between Typography and Image Motif

The focus is on how the division of a text over several pages shapes the narration. Not only does the content influence the reading experience: page rhythm, grid structure, colors, image tension, and the tactile quality of a book also direct perception and emotion.

The Double Page as Stage

An effective double page functions like a precisely composed stage performance. Grid structure and image motif enter into a dialogue, while the sequence of pages develops its own dramaturgy. Hans ten Doornkaat demonstrates how physical, aesthetic, and tactile factors interact and why the overall composition often has a stronger impact than a single image.

Expertise from Publishing, Criticism, and Teaching

Hans ten Doornkaat worked as a publishing editor and program director of Atlantis Picture Books from 2003 to 2020. As a children’s book critic for NZZ am Sonntag and a former lecturer for the history and theory of illustration at HSLU Design, Film, Art, he combines publishing experience with scholarly and journalistic expertise. He views editing as a holistic coaching task, considering picture books as complex total works of art.

Hybrid Format at Gasteig HP8

The lecture takes place in the Projector Room of Gasteig HP8 and is also accessible online. The event starts at 7:30 PM and is scheduled without a break. A maximum of 80 seats are available on site. For arrival, the U3 to Brudermühlstraße or the bus connection to the Schäftlarnstraße/Gasteig HP8 stop is recommended.

Conclusion: An Evening for Those Who Want to Look Closely at Books

Thinking Picture Books opens the view for the invisible orchestration of text, area, color, and page sequence. Those who wish to understand literature, illustration, typography, or book design not just by reading but by experiencing their effects will enjoy an enlightening evening with Hans ten Doornkaat at Gasteig HP8. Participation on site or online offers the opportunity to rediscover picture books.