Our Story

Nunah Kunstmap: Mindful Prints,
Lasting Connections

Executive Summary

Nunah Kunstmap is an independent biannual publication dedicated to a single contemporary writer or visual artist in each edition. By focusing on one creative voice at a time, Nunah offers meaningful visibility, thoughtful curation, and lasting engagement.

Blending beautifully crafted print with carefully curated digital content, Nunah creates a lasting experience that extends beyond the page. Every edition is designed to celebrate contemporary art and literature while providing direct, sustainable support to independent creators.

 

What's Included in Every Issue?

Issue Breakdown:

 

The Material Components 

8 Postcards
A curated collection of conceptual illustrations or literary works presented in a minimalist black-and-white aesthetic and printed on recyclable, film-free paper.

1 Custom Bookmark
An exclusive bookmark designed specifically for each edition and included with every physical folder.

Presented in a C6 envelope.

The Digital Experience

Mini-Zine (PDF)
An exclusive digital publication featuring an in-depth interview, artist biography, and an introduction to the featured edition.


The Digital Hub: Access to a dedicated website section featuring an expanded Artist Spotlight, deeper exploration of the collection's themes, and direct links to the artists' official social media channels, allowing you to follow their journey and advocacy in real-time.

 

Who is Behind Nunah?

Behind Nunah Kunstmap:

 

Nunah Kunstmap is an independent, collaborative publishing initiative dedicated to reimagining how contemporary art and literature are shared through mindful, sustainable print and digital experiences.

The Artists

Every edition is created in close collaboration with a featured writer or visual artist, whose vision and creative voice shape the project while embracing Nunah's commitment to thoughtful, eco-conscious publishing.

Our Role

We coordinate every stage of the process—from editorial planning and physical production to digital publishing, financial strategy, and international distribution—allowing creators to focus on their work.

The Collective

Behind Nunah is a growing network of designers, editors, advisors, and sustainability advocates who contribute their expertise to create meaningful, lasting connections between artists, literature, and readers.

 

What Is Our Purpose?

 

Impact & Philosophy:

 

Sustaining Exposure

Each edition highlights a different creative voice, fostering ongoing artistic discovery and meaningful appreciation.

 

Expanding Reach

Providing artists and writers with the space for their work to reach new audiences and extend beyond traditional circles.

 

Tangible Connection

Encouraging a slower, more intentional experience by offering physical art and literature to hold, collect, and share.

 

Our Ethos

We believe that genuine attention is the most meaningful form of support—giving every creator the visibility, recognition, and space their work deserves.

 

Our Commitment 🤍
Nunah exists as a platform, not the protagonist. We remain in the background so that every featured artist or writer can take center stage.

Nunah 

/nuːnah/

  • In Classical Arabic: It refers to the small dimple or indentation on a person's chin.

  • In Cultural/Regional Dialects: It can refer to a specific silver ornament or piece of jewelry worn by women on the forehead, or a distinctive colored mark on the forehead of a horse or bull.