Sándor Bortnyik

Sándor Bortnyik (1893-1976) was a Hungarian painter, graphic designer, and art educator who played a significant role in the development of the Hungarian avant-garde during the early 20th century.

Bortnyik was born in the town of Mizse, Hungary and studied at the Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts in Budapest. In the 1910s, he became involved in the Hungarian avant-garde scene and co-founded several influential artistic groups, including the activists of the New Art and the Hungarian Constructivists. As an artist, Bortnyik was known for his innovative use of color and form, which drew on the principles of Constructivism and other modernist movements. He also worked as a graphic designer, creating posters, book covers, and other visual materials that were noted for their bold, geometric style.

Bortnyik was a dedicated art educator and founded several schools and workshops throughout his career, including the Hungarian Academy of Design and the Budapest School of Design. He believed that art and design should be accessible to everyone, and his teaching emphasized the importance of integrating art and life.