iakovenko

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About

Andrei Yakovenko shaped how we communicate online—his illustrations defined Telegram’s stickerscape while VK’s early visual tone carries his fingerprints. A quiet pioneer of internet culture design since winning VK’s illustration competition in 2011.

Yakovenko remains foundational—a builder behind the emotional language embedded within modern messaging apps—a legacy hidden in plain sight but deeply felt across screens worldwide.

Links

Telegram · 681K

Brands Collaborations

Telegram, VK

Exhibitions

2024, TON The Gateway Conference

Projects with us

Resistance

Artist

iakovenko

The illustration “Resistance” embodies the struggle against systems of control and restriction, emphasizing the protection of freedom of speech and privacy. At the heart of the artwork stands a symbol of unbroken resolve and independence, defying the pressures exerted by authorities and entities seeking to curb free expression. This illustration conveys the spirit of resistance against censorship and champions the right to independent communication, highlighting the importance of technology in preserving personal freedom in a world where information control is becoming a global concern. It represents the fight for freedom of speech and ideals against oppression and censorship.

ArtworkLast sale · 500 TON ≈ $1.5K