About Atelierul
“Atelierul” Magazine (www.revista-atelierul.ro) is a vibrant online platform that showcases the creative and cultural industries, both in Romania and internationally. We provide a space for artists and creators to share their work, ideas, and projects. Through a combination of online content and offline events, we aim to promote cultural dialogue and collaboration, making a hub for innovation and expression within the creative community.

Over the past 14 years, we have reached an international readership of over 9.5 million, producing more than 3800 articles and showcasing over 1800 artists and product designers. Our engagement extends to media partnerships with more than 600 national and international events – highlighting our commitment to promoting creativity and innovation in various fields. The “Atelierul” Magazine serves as both an educational platform for contemporary product design and a reflective space for understanding the significance of art objects, emphasizing how they embody personal values and choices. Through its dual focus, the magazine aims to elevate public appreciation for design as a vital artistic expression and to foster a deeper connection between individuals and the objects they choose to showcase in their lives.

About: Mihaela Ion

Mihaela Ion holds a Ph.D. in History and is a curator, cultural manager, and art researcher based in Bucharest. Since 2021, she has been an AICA member and has served as an International Board Member since 2022, as well as being part of the Digital Strategies Committee. Over the past 17 years, she has presented papers on Communist Art, Cultural Wars, and contemporary artworks at leading conferences across Europe. Mihaela collaborates with several art galleries and museums throughout the continent. Her Ph.D. thesis focuses on the heritage of communist artworks. She has had the opportunity to work as a cultural manager in London with body>data>space and in Paris, Sélestat, Strasbourg, and Nancy during her Courants du Monde grant from the French Ministry of Culture.

In 2010, she co-founded Atelierul Magazine (https://www.revista-atelierul.ro) an active international online and offline platform fostering intercultural dialogue between design creators and the public. In 2024, she founded and is moderating the AICA Podcast.

https://mihaelaion.com/