Design Cloud Gallery – Curators LAB
Design Cloud Gallery is changing the way art is experienced. We are a destination for art and design, a center for artistic exploration and development, contributing our vision and passion to Chicago’s cultural landscape.
Design Cloud is not just a gallery: it is also a digital design studio. We take a unique approach to creative production by enhancing the disciplines of art and design though the collaboration of our team members and our curatorial initiatives. We desire to engage the dialogue about these intersections and foster new works that present new ideas and aesthetic visions of such interconnectivity.
We are dedicated to providing support and exposure for emerging artists, curators, and designers. With a focus on interdisciplinary and artistic discourse, we strive to provide unique opportunities for growth through a variety of initiatives , including curatorial programming, events and workshops.
The LAB
Topics Covered in the LAB:
*Inciting the creative vision
*The Curator/Artist relationship
*Business logistics
*Alternative marketing strategies
*Exhibition design
*Installation practices
During the course of the LAB, we will have guest Curators with varying experience and vision, whose profound professional experience range from a variety of art venues (museum, gallery and DIY spaces). From round table discussions, to exercises to presentations, our LAB participants will have a hands on experience in their learning process.
The LAB concludes with a gallery exhibition of each participant’s proposed Curatorial work. Each Curator will receive approximately 10 feet of wall space and necessary technical equipment to curate their artist(s). There will be a public opening reception on January 18th 2013 from 6-10pm. The exhibition will run until January 26, 2013.
CURRICULUM:
Week 1:
* Participating Curator presentations
* Guest speakers and round table discussions
* Interactive exercises
Week 2:
* Exhibition Design & Practices
* Artwork installation
* Critique
* Opening Reception of the group show
Please note that the LAB is limited to 6 participants and is a FREE program.
IMPORTANT DATES:
*Applications Due: December 20, 2012
*Notifications to Selected Participants: December 22, 2012
*LAB Dates: January 7 – 18, 2013
4pm – 9pm Monday through Thursday
12pm – 4pm Fridays
Exhibition Opening Reception: January 18, 2013, 6-10pm
Show Dates: January 18 – 26, 2013
APPLICATION CHECKLIST:
* Application Form
* CV
* Essay Questions
* Prospective Artist Materials
For further information please download the PDF
Website: designcloudchicago.com
