Application are now being accepted for Al Madinah art symposium ‘Madan’, which will be held in Madinah, from 3-10 August 2023, organised by the Madina Art Center.
The open call’s objectives are to bring together over 30 artists in one location and to encourage artists’ creative experiences by showcasing works in a variety of mediums. Applications are welcome from artists who specialise in photography and multimedia, Arabic calligraphy, Islamic motifs, plastic arts, and contemporary art.
The first iteration of the symposium is called ‘Madan’, which is an Arabic word that means ‘citify’, to acknowledge the significance of urbanisation and civilisation in the history of humanity as well as the influence of cities on our contemporary cultures and societies. It also emphasises the notion that culture, such as in cities, is a dynamic process that is constantly changing and evolving rather than a static entity.
The symposium’s schedule is extensive and features workshops, talks, panel discussions, tours, and cultural activities. An exhibition of the works produced concludes it. The activities continue throughout the public portion of the symposium.
The Madina Art Center provides accommodations, meals, transportation, as well as the necessary tools and workspace for art creation at the symposium. Those without the means to cover travel can ask the Center to cover all or a portion of the cost.
