Explore The Metaverse; Virtual Artist Residency

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Explore the Metaverse; A Groundbreaking Virtual Artist Residency 

Join us for an immersive virtual artist residency experience that pushes the boundaries of creativity and innovation. During this unique program, we’ll host several virtual meetings in the Metaverse—a space that offers extraordinary possibilities. 

Here’s what you can expect:

• Use the Metaverse as a new tool for your artistic creativity and exposure.
• Unleash boundless creativity and imagination in a limitless virtual space.
• Connect with artists worldwide, transcending physical boundaries.
• Explore cutting-edge technology and unconventional artistic mediums and techniques.
• Participate from anywhere in the world.
• Celebrate diversity through cross-cultural exchanges.
• Networking opportunities; seeing artists, art enthusiasts and collectors from all over the world.
• Create your own community, fostering opportunities for artistic inspiration and collaboration.
• Participate in endless and continuous events and exhibitions to showcase your work

“View-Self” - Exploring Cultural Identity, is the theme for an international virtual artist residency at Nexus Artspace in collaboration with i.e. Art Projects Online Art Foundation.
We invite participants to consider the Cultural identity. Cultural identity is the fabric that weaves together the sense of belonging and attachment we feel towards our cultural heritage. It encompasses beliefs, customs, traditions, language, values and practices that distinguish cultural groups. It’s shaped by upbringing, historical context, geography, religion and personal experiences.

This call is open to visual artists, sound artists, video artists and photographers. To find information visit the CALL section on our website. 

Award: After the duration of “View-Self” online artist residency, one artist will be selected to stay at Nexus Artspace artists residency in Hong Kong for a duration of 2 weeks.

Duration: The residency spans one month, commencing on 10th June 2024 and concluding on 9th July 2024.

Collaboration and Exhibition: The residency will culminate in a virtual group exhibition, showcasing the creative journey and final works of our artists. We champion communication, co-creation, accountability, experimentation, and fostering a safe space for artistic expression. While physically apart, this virtual exhibition aims to unite artists and audiences in a shared experience that reflects our collective humanity and community spirit.

Exhibition Venue: The group exhibition will be hosted virtually in the Metaverse, at  www.nexusartspace.com  and www.ieartprojects.com 

Application Deadline: Submission will be closed on 31st May 2024.

Submission Guidelines: There is no charge for submission. Please submit a portfolio of 5-10 recent artworks, along with your CV, Bio, Artist Statement, and a Cover Letter to: info@nexusartspace.com

Residency Fee: A fee of $300 USD is required for participation. Payment details will be provided to the selected artists for the residency.