The call for proposals of PolARTS is now open. PolARTS is a joint initiative of the Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia and the Swiss Polar Institute to stimulate the exchange and foster the collaboration between art and science. The PolARTS initiative opens a space for new collaborative and explorative practices and supports the processes of transdisciplinary cooperation.
This call for proposals is aimed at both artists and scientists who are interested in collaborating. The PolARTS initiative supports up to three tandems composed of an artist and a polar scientist over a period of twelve to eighteen months. The tandems will meet on a regular basis on different sites (laboratories, studios, scientific and artistic events and gatherings, etc.) and exchange on their research, professional activities, career perspectives, work background, etc. PolARTS is about a process, not about an end product. It offers research grants and focuses on the exchange and exploratory processes rather than a tangible output.
Artists and scientists who are interested in learning more about art and science collaboration or who have not yet found a tandem partner, are invited to participate in a matchmaking event. The event will take place on 24 November from 14:00 to 17:00 (followed by a networking drink) in Amboss Garage, Zurich. The event will be accompanied by a presentation of the programme and interventions from various speakers. Register here – the number of participants is limited.
Header photograph: © Jean-Vincent Simonet