Activities and Opportunities

REDE - 2023 /2024 - Annual Exhibition

Que Mar Se Vê Afinal da Minha Língua?

What can I see from my language, after all?

Research & Traveling Exhibition

Que Mar Se Vê Afinal da Minha Língua? [What can I see from my language, after all?]  is a research and traveling exhibition, under the artistic direction of Margarida Saraiva (Macau-Lisbon), being developed in collaboration with curators Angela Berlinde (Oporto-São Paulo), Gisela Casimiro (Lisbon-Luanda). 

The curatorial project Que Mar Se Vê Afinal da Minha Língua? proposes a reflection on the artistic practices of the Portuguese-speaking worlds beyond Portugal and the myth of Lusophony.

Que Mar Se Vê Afinal da Minha Língua? is the first formal activity of the REDE de Residências Artísticas dos Mundos de Expressão Portuguesa [The International Network of Artistic Residencies in the Portuguese Speaking Worlds] and is part of a larger project involving curatorial and artistic residencies, participatory exhibitions in Macau, Dili, Maputo, Rio de Janeiro and Alcobaça, including a publication and video documentation of the process, which will take place from September 2023 until the end of 2024. 

REDE 2024 - RESIDENCIES

ART, [HE]ART, [E]ART[TH]

Fully Funded Residencies

We are pleased to announce an open call for the ART, [HE]ART, [E]ART[TH] - Reviving Ceramic Traditions residency program in Alcobaça & Caldas da Rainha. This fully funded residency offers a unique opportunity for European artists, designers, architects, and environmentalists to immerse themselves in the world of ceramic arts and explore its intersection with urban renewal, art, and design.

Program Overview:
ART, [HE]ART, [E]ART[TH] is a pioneering artistic residency program that seeks to reinvigorate age-old ceramic practices through a multidisciplinary lens. By emphasizing the synergy of art, heart, and Earth, the program aims to foster environmental sustainability and cultural preservation. Throughout the residency, participants will embark on a shared creative voyage, engaging with local artisans, kiln builders, and the cultural heritage of Alcobaça & Caldas da Rainha.

Residency Activities:
During the residency, selected participants will have the opportunity to:
1. Immerse themselves in the rich history and cultural significance of ceramic arts.
2. Master traditional ceramic techniques through workshops and studio sessions.
3. Collaborate with local artisans and kiln builders, exchanging knowledge and skills.
4. Explore the potential of clay and ceramics in the context of urban renewal, art, and design.
5. Engage in interdisciplinary dialogue with fellow artists, designers, architects, and environmentalists.
6. Take part in curated excursions to discover the local cultural and natural landscapes.

Funding:
The ART, [HE]ART, [E]ART[TH] residency program is fully funded. Selected participants will receive:
1. Accommodation for the duration of the residency.
2. A stipend to cover daily expenses.
3. Access to studio facilities and materials.
4. Travel expenses to and from Alcobaça & Caldas da Rainha.

Eligibility:
This residency program is open to European artists, designers, architects, and environmentalists who have a demonstrated interest in ceramic arts and its potential for environmental sustainability and cultural preservation. Applicants should have a portfolio that showcases their previous work and a strong motivation to engage in interdisciplinary collaboration.