Art, Activism, Absence? – a workshop facilitated by Rada Leu [BG/CH]
How can an absence be transformed into something productive? Following two previous conversations on the topics of antagonism and autonomy, we will look at the topic of absence.
Socially engaged culture and contemporary art represents an effective way in communicating and reflecting the dynamics of social, political and economic transformations of our society in the process of its democratisation. This is the reason why we collaborate with organizations and individuals active in the cultural field. Culture also represents a different model for communicating with people and building new relations (if compared to economic or other type of relations). Art and culture also encourages the publics to become active citizens.
How can an absence be transformed into something productive? Following two previous conversations on the topics of antagonism and autonomy, we will look at the topic of absence.
The discussion will elaborate ideas and concerns put forward by participants and additionally center the question of (artistic) autonomy in a fraught political context.
The workshop provides an opportunity for cultural workers, artists and activists to discuss their practice in an organized manner with a focus on the ongoing challenges that the independent cultural community currently faces.