Art residencies
The completed small manor dispensary will become an international art residence, which contributes to the spread of professional art in the region, the creativity of local residents and broadens the horizons of local residents. By giving artists the opportunity to live and create in Merkina for a longer period of time, we encourage a more detailed study of the town's cultural and natural values. We believe that this is a good way not only to contribute to the development of local identity, but also to involve local residents in creative activities and to create mutual fellowship.
Workshop
Specialized workshop premises for the three currently most popular areas of art - textiles, woodwork and analog photography - will be established in "Merkinės Fabrik".
*A fee is charged for renting the workshop.
Exhibitions
The resident exposition is changed several times a year. It presents the work of local and international artists, ensures sustainable connections, inter-sectoral and inter-cultural cooperation. Not only the idea and content of the exhibition is important to us, but also the overall concept, which includes exhibiting, cooperation with the local community and other organizations. Together with the residents and the curatorial team, we not only look for original topics, but also create high-quality exhibition architecture, design, exhibition descriptions and communicate them.
Who can apply?
Creators of various fields who are active in the field of art in Lithuania and abroad are invited to submit applications for residencies. Applications are evaluated based on:
- the professionalism of the developers,
- the originality of the creative idea,
- opportunities to involve local residents and youth in the creative process,
- to explore and continue local cultural traditions.
Duration of residency
1-2 creators will be able to stay in the art residence at the same time, for no longer than 1-3 months. period.
* Participating artists undertake to present their creative activities and participate in the preparation of exhibitions and/or creative workshops.