Titus Ackermann

Titus Ackermann was born in 1970 in Basel. His journey in the world of arts began at the Academy of Fine Arts in Stuttgart and continued at the Macintosh School of Art, Glasgow, where he specialized in children’s book illustration and reportage drawing. In 1994, he co-founded the comic and artist group MOGA MOBO. After graduating in 1999, he moved to Berlin to immerse himself in the creative atmosphere of the city.

Ackermann’s career as an illustrator spans a variety of forms and mediums, from magazine illustration to children’s book design. One of his most recognized works is the character »OLI«, a popular figure in children’s literature that has delighted young train passengers of Deutsche Bahn for years. In addition, Ackermann has collaborated with international artists, including the Japanese group NouNouHau. His work took a step further in 2004 when MOGA MOBO celebrated 10 years, 100 issues, and a total circulation of over 1 million.

Ackermann has made significant contributions to visual communication through his illustrations and character designs, engaging audiences worldwide. His unique style of storytelling through illustrations, coupled with his ability to bring characters to life, sets him apart in the field. He has been recognized numerous times for his work. Among his notable awards are the »Bologna International Childrenbook Fair«, the »Max & Moritz Prize« for the MOGA MOBO book »The 100 Masterpieces of World Literature« in 2002 and multiple awards for the animated film »Oli’s Chance, « which is based on his character OLI. His exhibitions, workshops, and collaborative projects have taken him across the globe, from Tokyo to Lebanon, deepening his understanding of visual communication and its power to transcend barriers.

Titus Ackermann lives in Berlin, continuing his work as a freelance illustrator and character designer. He actively participates in international workshops, contributing to the discourse on visual communication, illustration, and censorship.

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Moga Mobo
Berlin, 2001