SYMPOIESIS / Open call 2027

Eligibility

Исследователи, чья работа связана с художественной практикой; LGBTIQ+ и BIPOC особенно приглашаются.

SYMPOIESIS / Open call 2027 Deadline: 15 Nov 2026 Country: Spain Sympoiesis (from the Greek sún, “with,” and poiesis, “creation/production”) is a term coined by feminist biologist and philosopher Donna Haraway. She closely connects it to Lynn Margulis’s theory of endosymbiosis, which explains how life evolved through cooperation and the fusion of different cells. We can also understand sympoiesis as an art of interdependence, revealing how human actions and ecosystem responses are intertwined. Similarly, participatory and community-based art projects can be seen as ways of weaving networks and generating new social ecosystems. We propose adopting this model of production across any artistic discipline: sound and listening, sculpture using biomaterials or living organisms, or the use of technologies to establish dialogue with other beings are just some examples of how this concept can be approached. Ultimately, what is proposed is to establish, through art, new alliances with our environments. In her book Staying with the Trouble, Haraway proposes that nothing is created alone (autopoiesis); rather, everything is created “with” others in complex, dynamic, and situated networks. In an artistic context, this means moving beyond the 20th-century anthropocentric idea of the artist as a solitary genius, and instead inviting collaboration between humans and “non-humans” (plants, animals, microorganisms, materials, tech- nology). It involves approaching nature—not as a mere material resource—but as an ally with whom to create jointly. It is about generating the conditions for nature to express itself through associative processes, and recognizing the landscape, the land, and its elements as co-authors of the work. Duration of residency From 1 to 6 months. Recommended duration 2 months. Accommodation Individual room in a shared house. Individual apartment. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance The residency is grounded in Research and Contemporary Creation. - Accommodation- Workspace and exhibition space- Welcome coffee at the beginning of the month- Use of our technical equipment- Follow-up on the work (mentoring)- Curatorial guidance- Documentation- Visibility on social media and/or press (communication)- Technical guidance- Production assistance (does not include production costs).Studio / Workspace Our work studios at AADK offer a variety of inspiring spaces suited to different artistic practices.Residents are also encouraged to extend their research beyond the studio walls-exploring the breathtaking landscapes and unique natural surroundings of Blanca as part of their creative process.Fees and support The Situated Residencies Program has a participation fee of € 1,000, which includes everything mentioned above.- Accommodation consists of a private room in a shared house. – There is the option of a residency with an individual apartment at Centro Negra facilities, at an additional cost of € 300. – If the resident works collectively, there will be an additional cost of € 150 per month,provided that the rest of the participants work on the same project and share thestudio and accommodation. – Please note that travel and living expenses are the responsibility of the resident. Expectations towards the artist Artists in residence are warmly invited to take part in our activities and enrich their stay through active participation. Each month, we host an Open Studio, where residents are encouraged to share their work whether finished pieces or works in progress. We are welcome artists to open up their practice to others. Application information Who can apply: Artists from all disciplines are welcome to apply, as well as researchers whose work engages with artistic practice as an object of study or as part of their methodology. *We especially encourage applications from LGBTIQ+ and BIPOC individuals, and particularly from communities affected by war, exile, and structural exclusion. **Before applying, please check our Terms and Conditions. Then, please complete our online registration form. You can check more open calls in https://aadk.es/

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