Alex Kollerova, Author at Globe Art Point

G.A.P GOES GALLERIES WITH HIAP

24/04/2024 Alex Kollerova Comments 0 Comment

G.A.P GOES GALLERIES WITH HIAP – HELSINKI INTERNATIONAL ARTIST PROGRAMME Date: 16.5.2024 Time: 13:30 – 15:00 (meeting at Kauppatori Ferry Port at 12:50) Location: Suomenlinna B 28 / 2, 00190 Helsinki G.A.P Goes Galleries is an event concept designed to connect professional creatives with art spaces, cultural organisations, and art institutions. Providing a low-threshold platform for casual information exchange, fostering connections and collaborations within the art and culture community in both the metropolitan area and beyond. Organised by Globe…

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KUVATA

23/04/2024 Alex Kollerova Comments 0 Comment

KUVATA: Changing society shapes the work of visual artists – new project boosts appreciation of the sector and opportunities for better livelihood The socio-economic status of visual artists is low, and their work is often project-based. Technological developments require artists to be innovative. New digital platforms and artificial intelligence in the visual arts require artists to have project management and digital skills. The Expanded Field of Visual Artists´ Income and Work (KUVATA) project, implemented by Tampere University of Applied Sciences,…

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PROJECTS & COLLABORATIONS

23/04/2024 Alex Kollerova Comments 0 Comment

Failing forward: A discussion on anti-racism in Finland

17/04/2024 Alex Kollerova Comments 0 Comment

FAILING FORWARD: A DISCUSSION ON ANTI-RACISM IN FINLAND Date: 13 March 2024 This article captures the dynamic conversation on anti-racism featuring Monica Gathou (cultural producer and multidisciplinary researcher) and Antonia Atarah (actor and performer) on 20 February, as part of the GAP Peer-to-Peer Program (2023-2024). Through anecdotal exchanges, we explored actionable strategies, challenged institutional norms, and reflected on representation in the arts in Finland. From discussions on color-blind casting to reimagining audience outreach, our conversation highlights the ongoing journey…

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OPEN CALL FOR CREATIVES TO JOIN GAP PEER-TO-PEER (SVE/ENG) PROGRAMME (October 2024 – May 2025)

15/04/2024 Alex Kollerova Comments 0 Comment

OPEN CALL FOR CREATIVES TO JOIN GAP PEER-TO-PEER (SVE/ENG) PROGRAMME (October 2024 – May 2025) Application period 15.4. – 5.5. 2024 In the autumn, Globe Art Point (G.A.P) starts running a second edition of its peer-to-peer programme targeting foreign-born art and culture professionals who chose Swedish to be their integration path in Finland as well as Finnish-Swedish professionals in the field of art and culture. The programme runs in English language, free of charge for the participants. The aim…

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Article: Afterthoughts on The Leap event

10/04/2024 Alex Kollerova Comments 0 Comment

AFTERTHOUGHTS ON THE LEAP EVENT Student ambassador Homa interviews Daniel Malpica, Dash Che and Gesa Piper, reflecting on “The Leap”, an event held in February 2024. Daniel Malpica, Dash Che and Gesa Piper reflect together on the Leap event that discussed the legal aspects of immigration issues and the working realities of foreign-born artists in Finland. It was organised through Teak’s international alumni network (TIAN) in collaboration with Globe Art Point with support of Teak’s Alumni Association and the student ambassadors. The event…

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G.A.P GOES GALLERIES WITH GALLERIA HUUTO

28/03/2024 Alex Kollerova Comments 0 Comment

G.A.P GOES GALLERIES WITH GALLERIA HUUTO Date: 11.4. 2024 Time: 16:00 – 18:00 Location: Panimokatu 1, 00580 Helsinki G.A.P Goes Galleries is an event concept designed to connect professional creatives with art spaces, cultural organisations, and art institutions. This event directly addresses the expressed needs of our members and community, who have indicated a lack of connections and opportunities to meet and form collaborations. G.A.P Goes Galleries provides a low-threshold platform for casual information exchange, fostering connections and collaborations…

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OPEN CALL FOR A MANAGING DIRECTOR

27/03/2024 Alex Kollerova Comments 0 Comment

ARE YOU OUR NEXT MANAGING DIRECTOR? Globe Art Point’s current Managing Director Jaana Simula is retiring on 1th of September. We are therefore seeking a new Managing Director to lead the organisation into its next phase of growth and development. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Project Manager and the board to strategise and execute initiatives that further the association’s goals and mission of fostering a more inclusive and equitable cultural landscape in Finland. Responsibilities Develop and execute the…

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G.A.P GOES MARCHING

12/03/2024 Alex Kollerova Comments 0 Comment

G.A.P GOES MARCHING – UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, March for Equality Date: 21.3. 2024 Time: 15:45 – 18:00 Meeting Point: the steps of University of Helsinki (34 Unioninkatu), Senate Square, 00170 G.A.P Goes … is an event concept designed to connect professional creatives with art spaces, cultural organisations, and art institutions. This March we are aligning under the tag #FIGHTracism as G.A.P Goes Marching. The core mission of Globe Art Point is advocating cultural…

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