Where illustration begins

Talk and digital live‑painting performance by Davide Bonazzi

What happens when imagination meets the glow of a digital canvas?
On the occasion of BOOM! Growing Up with Books, the program promoted by the City of Bologna for the Bologna Children’s Book Fair, CUBO invites you to step inside the creative universe of one of Italy’s most acclaimed illustrators: Davide Bonazzi.

In this special evening, words and images intertwine to reveal the hidden journey behind an illustration—from the spark of an idea to the polished artwork destined for the pages of The New York Times. Guests will have the chance to discover the behind‑the‑scenes world of illustration, exploring both the poetic and the practical sides of the craft.

The event opens with a narrative walk through the artistic process: how a concept takes shape, evolves, and becomes a story told through images.
Then, the magic happens live. In a captivating digital live‑painting performance, Davide Bonazzi will guide the audience through each step of creation—from the first pencil sketch to the final touches of colour—offering a rare glimpse into the alchemy that transforms a blank page into visual storytelling.

An evening to be inspired, to learn, and to witness creativity in motion.

With Davide Bonazzi.