Martin tom Dieck

Prof. Martin tom Dieck is a Professor of Illustration at Folkwang Universität der Künste since 2009/10, based in Essen, Germany. His academic affiliation lies within Faculty 4 of the institution. A graduate of Hamburg's visual communication program (1986-1992), his career spans professional illustration, comic creation, and academic instruction. His research focuses on narrative-driven visual storytelling, particularly in graphic novels and sequential art.

Notable achievements include the 2005 prize from École Supérieure de l’Image Angoulême and exhibitions across Europe. He has published works like Die schweigende Laute (2000) and La FM (1999), exploring themes ranging from cultural narratives to experimental storytelling techniques. His teaching includes prior roles at HAW Hamburg and Muthesius Kunsthochschule Kiel.

Prof. tom Dieck's creative practice bridges illustration and conceptual art, emphasizing visual language's capacity for complex narratives. His publications often intertwine cultural exploration with formal innovation, as seen in his layered narratives about musicians and existential themes.