T W I N D A A

How it began:

In 2016, I was invited to Ozora Festival as a volunteer on the photography team by „Neko” Nóra (by the way she is the art director of Ozora, but don’t tell everyone) — and that’s how my “official paparazzi” journey began at the festival. It was an incredible experience for me to see how such a large event works behind the scenes. In the years before, I had only sneaked into the festival on the weekends. (I even got kicked out once!) But I’ve always had an eye for what could bring more joy and memories to people.

Back then, the only place where you could see and touch printed photos was the Ozorian Prophet magazine. I realized that people could otherwise only see the official festival pictures on social media — and the organization wasn’t particularly strong in sharing them online (still).

That’s when it hit me: in the digital age, how amazing it is when people can actually touch and hold printed photos, not just scroll past them on a screen.

At the end of the festival, I had the pleasure of meeting Péter „Taro” Murányi in the „School” cafeteria, where the staff dines. Encountering someone like him is initially surprising—in the best possible way. You quickly realize you’re in the presence of a brilliantly eccentric genius, reminiscent of a real-life Professor McGyver. He’s the kind of person who could craft a USB charger from a razor blade. Without a doubt, he’s one of the coolest individuals I’ve ever met—an absolute blast to be around!

In early 2017, following the festival, I conceived an idea to share photos in a tangible, non-digital format on the festival grounds.
There’s a unique joy in receiving a printed photo face-to-face, especially when it’s a free gift!

During a break between my driving theory lessons, I sketched a colorful frog with a wide-open mouth, envisioning it as a display board.
I transformed this drawing into a maquette and presented the concept to Neko (who also the founder of Malekin wear — this is the place for advertising). I appreciate Nóra’s sincerity; she remarked, „I don’t like the colors you’ve used, but I like the idea! Just do it, prepare a presentation and a budget plan, and apply through the open call like everyone else!„

I followed her advice, submitted the project proposal, and to my delight, Ozora officially accepted it. We brought the vision to life with the help of another László—Bergovecz—a talented furniture designer from Fészek Részek. His expertise and milling machine were instrumental in the birth of TWINDAA.

Additionally, I consulted with Taro about integrating solar panels for LED lighting, aiming to create a fully off-grid light installation for nighttime.

The rest is history! Our child has evolved year by year, bringing smiles and cherished memories to many, while enhancing the festival’s reputation.

You can find TWINDAA next to the MIRADOR Art Tower. Perhaps you’ll be the next face on the wall!