iPendoring 2025 Finalists

Die Wonders van die Heelal

Karlien De Villiers / Stellenbosch + AnéCloete / Stellenbosch

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Wonders of the Universe Booklet

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Die Wonders van die Heelal

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The Wonders of the Universe: An Illustrated Journey Through Scientific Discovery.

The Wonders of the Universe is a visually rich educational booklet that brings science to life through an inspired collaboration between scientists and artists. Aimed at curious readers of all ages, this publication explores key scientific questions — from the origins of matter and black holes to animal migration and evolution — in a format that is both accessible and imaginative. Each article in the booklet is written by a practising scientist or science researcher, and is paired with a unique illustration. The artists were given complete creative freedom, resulting in interpretations that range from literal to poetic or surreal. This interdisciplinary dialogue between text and image transforms scientific explanation into an inspiring, interpretive and educational journey. The modular format makes The Wonders of the Universe ideal for use in classrooms, libraries, exhibitions, and independent learning settings. It invites reflection, sparks curiosity, and promotes scientific literacy through visual engagement. This publication demonstrates how science, art, and illustration together can offer deeper, more meaningful access to complex ideas. It celebrates not just what we know, but the wonder that drives us to ask questions in the first place.

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Karlien De Villiers / Stellenbosch + AnéCloete / Stellenbosch

Client / Brand
Wonders of the Universe Booklet

Entry Title
Die Wonders van die Heelal

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The Wonders of the Universe: An Illustrated Journey Through Scientific Discovery.

The Wonders of the Universe is a visually rich educational booklet that brings science to life through an inspired collaboration between scientists and artists. Aimed at curious readers of all ages, this publication explores key scientific questions — from the origins of matter and black holes to animal migration and evolution — in a format that is both accessible and imaginative. Each article in the booklet is written by a practising scientist or science researcher, and is paired with a unique illustration. The artists were given complete creative freedom, resulting in interpretations that range from literal to poetic or surreal. This interdisciplinary dialogue between text and image transforms scientific explanation into an inspiring, interpretive and educational journey. The modular format makes The Wonders of the Universe ideal for use in classrooms, libraries, exhibitions, and independent learning settings. It invites reflection, sparks curiosity, and promotes scientific literacy through visual engagement. This publication demonstrates how science, art, and illustration together can offer deeper, more meaningful access to complex ideas. It celebrates not just what we know, but the wonder that drives us to ask questions in the first place.

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