Organizer Information:
Nexus Artspace, in collaboration with @i.e.artprojects the Online Art Foundation.
Nexus Artspace is a platform showcasing experimental and progressive contemporary art through collaborations with global artists. It offers exhibitions, residencies, and workshops—both virtual and in-person—transcending the traditional gallery model. The residency program further explores the intersection of art and technology by introducing the Metaverse as a space for creative expression and connection.
Title & Description:
Title: Unwritten Maps: Belonging Beyond Borders
Description: Unwritten Maps is a virtual artist residency inviting artists to explore the concept of belonging beyond borders.
Artists will delve into themes of migration, memory, and cultural hybridity, investigating how personal and collective geographies are shaped by displacement, imagination, and the spaces in between.
This month-long online program includes twice-weekly virtual sessions and culminates in a group exhibition hosted in the Metaverse. Participating artists will receive guidance and support in preparing their work for this immersive, virtual environment.
Category:
Visual Art (including painting, sculpture, installation), Photography, Video Art, Sound Art, and Interdisciplinary Practices
Eligibility:
Open to international artists working in the categories above.
Location:
Online
Key Dates:
- Residency Period: September 1–30, 2025
- Application Deadline: August 20, 2025 (12:00 AM CET)
Application Fee:
Free to apply
Residency Fee:
$300 USD for selected participants
Program Benefits:
- Participation in a one-month international virtual residency from anywhere in the world
- Networking opportunities with a global art community
- Exposure to diverse artistic practices through creative exchange and dialogue
- Introduction to digital presentation tools (@spatial_io), a Metaverse platform
- Final group exhibition in Nexus Artspace’s Metaverse gallery
Contact:
Email: info@nexusartspace.com
Instagram: @nexusartspace
Additional Info:
Submission Guidelines:
Please submit a portfolio of 5–10 recent artworks, along with your CV, bio, and artist statement to: info@nexusartspace.com
