OPEN CALL: ART ALIVE FESTIVAL – PORTUGAL
Estação Viva invites national and international artists to submit their works for the Art Alive Festival, to be held in Canelas,Aveiro, from 24, 25 and 26 April 2025. This festival explores the intersection of nature, art, and technology, offering a platformfor innovation and interdisciplinary dialogue. Artists will have the opportunity to showcase works that reflect […]
Estação Viva invites national and international artists to submit their works for the Art Alive Festival, to be held in Canelas,
Aveiro, from 24, 25 and 26 April 2025. This festival explores the intersection of nature, art, and technology, offering a platform
for innovation and interdisciplinary dialogue. Artists will have the opportunity to showcase works that reflect contemporary
transformations and promote cultural and creative exchange.
- ELIGIBILITY
This open call is open to artists of any nationality, aged 18 and over, and at any career stage—from emerging to established professionals. Submitted works should align with the festival’s central themes: Nature, Art, and Technology. Proposals that explore new artistic expressions, promote audience interaction, or critically address issues such as ecology, sustainability, digital transformation, and the relationship between nature and technology—particularly in rural or non-urban contexts—are encouraged. Participation is free of charge. - CATEGORIES OF PARTICIPATION
Artists may submit works in the following categories:
● Visual Arts: Photography, installation, video art, and digital art.
● Performance and Performing Arts: Interactive performances, experimental theatre, and contemporary dance.
● Media Arts: Video installations, projections, interactive art, and multimedia.
● Art and Technology: Projects involving augmented reality, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, robotics, and other innovative practices. - APPLICATION AND SUBMISSION
To participate, artists must submit:
● Portfolio: Three examples of previous work aligned with the proposal for the festival.
● Proposal: A detailed description of the work, including concept, technical requirements, and any specific installation needs.
● CV and Biography: A brief biography and artistic CV. (Note: The biography will be used for artist promotion within the festival.)
The Portfolio, Proposal, CV, and Biography should be submitted as a single PDF document by 20 January 2025 to artalivefestival25@estacaoviva.org with the subject line “OPEN CALL ART ALIVE 25”.
TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
● Free Participation: Participation in the Art Alive Festival is free, with no fees for submission or participation.
● No Financial Compensation: The festival does not offer financial compensation to artists for participation or the exhibition of works.
● Participation Expenses: All expenses related to the transport and shipping of artworks are the sole responsibility of the artist. The festival does not cover travel, transport, insurance, or other logistical costs.
● Installation of Works: Artwork installation will be carried out by the festival team following the instructions provided by the artist. Instructions may be sent in writing, or the artist may choose to oversee the installation process in person.
● Promotion and Visibility: Artists and their works will be promoted through the festival’s communication and publicity channels.
● Exhibition Spaces: The festival takes place in alternative, outdoor, or indoor spaces. Locations will be assigned to artists based on the specific display needs of each work.
DEADLINES AND SELECTION PROCESS
The submission period runs from 20 December 2024 (00:00h) to 20 January 2025 (23:59h). Applications submitted outside of this period will not be considered. Proposals will be evaluated by the curatorial team in coordination with the festival organisers, considering originality, relevance to the theme, and technical feasibility. Selected artists will be notified by email between 3 and
7 February 2025.
More information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AURG7LYRLPwlIkgOM35js82XI1gcGRXj/view
Website link: https://estacaoviva.org/festival-estacao-viva-2024