I would like to inform you about a participatory design conference taking place in Namibia in October 2014. The conference celebrates interdisciplinary collaborations between design, computer science, art, research, etc. I believe that research and art on interactive telecommunications would fit right in.
http://www.pdc2014.org/index.
We would like to invite all artists working with any form of interactive participatory methods or on interaction design to submit their projects. The works can take inspiration from visual and digital media, performance arts, installations, communication technologies, touch, sound and any other genres that allow participants to take part or become part of the artifact. Art in which the participants shape the design and create the art work are also accepted.
These artworks will form part of the program for the Participatory Design Conference, which will take place in Windhoek, 6th-10th October, 2014. This is an experience not to be missed. For art to have an even bigger role than in previous years, an exhibition running throughout the time of the conference will be organized. The exhibition will also be accessible to the public, ensuring the spread of participatory design amongst the nation.
Below please find the call for artworks. If you have any questions or would like more information please email me (art@pdc2014.org).
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Dear Artists,
We are glad to announce the official
CALL FOR INTERACTIVE PARTICIPATORY ARTWORKS
ART EXHIBITION FOR PDC 2014
The theme is “reflecting connectedness”, symbolizing the ever growing trend in technologically designed artifacts (e.g. smart phones, social networking, etc.). However, the concept of connectedness is not new and has been prevalent in many Southern African philosophies, such as Ubuntu.
These artworks will form part of the program for the Participatory Design Conference, which will take place in Windhoek, 6th-10th October, 2014. This is an experience not to be missed. For art to have an even bigger role than in previous years, an exhibition running throughout the time of the conference will be organized.
The exhibition will also be accessible to the public, ensuring the spread of participatory design amongst the nation. Exhibition Opening: 8th October, 2014 (duration: 8th-10th Oct).
Art installation submission:
We would like to invite artists working with any form of interactive participatory methods or on interaction design to submit their projects. The works can take inspiration from visual and digital media, performance arts, installations, communication technologies, touch, sound and any other genres that allow participants to take part or become part of the artifact. Art in which the participants shape the design and create the art work are also accepted. Submission requirements can be found on the website. A selection panel will review whether all requirements are fulfilled.
Closing date for proposals: 10th March 2014
Why this exciting opportunity?
This project will show the creative face of Namibia and will inspire international participants. This exposure to an international audience will create new networking opportunities for many artists. Exhibited artworks can be sold.
Media/Material:
• Any material or visual art media (painting, photography, printmaking, textiles, sculpture, installation, etc.)
• Funding for material support may be requested once art installation is accepted (more info to follow).
For more information:
Website: www.pdc2014.org
Email to: art@pdc2014.org
We are looking forward to an unforgettable experience!