The city of Lublin invites artists to apply for a residency at Galeria Labirynt

The city of Lublin invites artists to apply for a residency at Galeria Labirynt

The city of Lublin invites two artists – one from Lublin and one from the CreArt network – to participate in a residency at Galeria Labirynt, which will take place from November 4th to December 6th, 2024.

CITY OF LUBLIN

Lublin is a medium-sized city in Eastern Poland and an important center for science and culture. Considered a crossroads of Eastern and Western cultures, in the past it was an internationally significant city with a large Jewish population. Lublin is home to numerous cultural institutions, museums, galleries, and non-governmental organizations that stimulate cultural life. Major festivals such as "Carnaval Sztukmistrzów," "Night of Culture," and "East of Culture – Different Sounds" are held here. Lublin is currently competing for the title of European Capital of Culture 2029.

GALERIA LABIRYNT

Galeria Labirynt is a modern municipal cultural institution focused on contemporary art. Established in 1956, it regularly hosts exhibitions of contemporary art and offers various events, such as author meetings, film screenings, discussions on current topics, and workshops.

The gallery actively responds to the changing artistic and social landscape, organizing exhibitions that combine local and global elements, often attracting national and international audiences. The mission of Labirynt is to follow contemporary art trends, highlight significant phenomena, and uncover important contexts.

CreArt Artist Residency Program

As part of the CreArt 3.0 project, the city of Lublin and Galeria Labirynt are organizing a residency for two artists. Artists in residence will have a mentor to help them settle in the city (providing information about cultural institutions, events, useful places, etc.) and support in developing and presenting their project. At the end of the residency, the artists will present their works in an exhibition or performance, evaluated by both the local community and foreign audiences.

Residency Duration: 5 weeks
Residency Dates: November 4th – December 6th, 2024

Who Can Apply?

- This call is intended for visual artists working across a wide range of media: painting, video, installation, new media, performance, artistic activity in public spaces, and community art projects.

- Special attention will be given to artists who explore the environmental impact of artistic production in their work.

- There is no age limit.

- Applicants must hold a university degree in art (or demonstrate equivalent skills through their artistic career).

- Artists from CreArt network cities, including Liepāja, who work in the field of visual arts, are eligible to apply.

- Applications must be strictly individual. Applications submitted by artist collectives will not be accepted.

Grant and Conditions:

- Artist fee: 800 EUR gross (paid after the residency).

- Production costs (if needed) for new works up to 500 EUR gross.

- The organizer will cover travel expenses and provide accommodation and meals (2 meals per day) for the artist coming from the partner city.

Artists will sign a contract with the city of Lublin before the residency begins.

- Artists must have a European health card or equivalent.

- After the residency, artists must submit a brief narrative report within one week, including the project title, description, objectives, and a graphic dossier (minimum 10 pages in English).

Required Documents:

The following documents must be submitted in a single PDF file:

- Identity card or passport (scanned).
- Any document proving your connection with the partner city of the CreArt network.
- A short version of your CV (one A4 page).
- A portfolio of works and artistic activities (maximum 10 pages and 10 images, links can be included).
- A brief written project proposal (one A4 page) and a letter explaining why you would like to participate in the residency in Lublin. This document should also include technical requirements and other relevant details that can help the organization understand the project.
- Application Deadline: September 30, 2024

For more information and the application link, visit:

CreArt 3.0

Galeria Labirynt

In case of any questions, please contact: creart3.0@lublin.eu.