Catalyst

  • Location: The Projects, 523 NW 1st ave, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
  • Deadline: Apr 8 2013 at 12:00AM
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Catalyst
Catalyst examines how artists are taking advantage of emerging technologies. Through the creative use and misuse of technology, artists are exploring new methods of making that are helping to define a twenty-first century art practice. Projection mapping, interactive video installation, digital fabrication, and virtual spaces made real are combined in this immersive exhibition in FATVillage.

Quick Facts
Submission Deadline: April 3, 2013
Notification: April 8, 2013
Opening Reception: April 27, 2013
Closing Reception: May 31, 2013

Submission Requirements
-Images and/or video content of the technology-based artwork, along with a written description of scale* and the installation requirements. Technologies can range from interactive video projection, to 3-d printing, computer programming, generative art, robotics, virtual platforms, etc.
-a link to your website or images/video of previous projects.
-your contact information so we can discuss any questions/issues that arise during the review process.
*we can accommodate work up to 19 feet in height.

Review Process
The selection process includes review by the curators and independent reviewers from relevant communities, followed by selection of projects based on feasibility, available space and other relevant information.

About Us
The Projects is the featured Exhibition Space in FatVillage, a Fort Lauderdale-based art district. Built in the 1950s, this hanger-like space is over 10,000 square feet and features raw exposed concrete, cinderblock, piping and electrical work, and a domed wooden ceiling with steel support beams. The space regularly accommodates huge art installations and is the main feature of the Fat Village ArtWalks. ArtWalks are from 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM on the last Saturday of each Month.