Open-call
for the exhibition
"Slavic Eden"
Application deadline: June 16, 2024
Submit an application
Русская версия
Open-call
for the exhibition
"Slavic Eden"
Application deadline: June 16, 2024
Submit an application
Русская версия
Julia Shlenskaya, a conceptual artist, is announcing an Open-call for their new exhibition titled "Slavic Eden", which is planned to take place at the Art Open Space In Russia from September 20 to October 6, 2024.

Julia Shlenskaya and this special Art Space are two conceptually modern elements located three thousand kilometers apart, in different cities, in different countries, but have decided to unite with the idea of creating this project –
a world without any borders.
Julia Shlenskaya, a conceptual artist, is announcing an Open-call for their new exhibition titled "Slavic Eden", which is planned to take place at the Art Residence Open Space in Russia from September 20 to October 6, 2024.

Julia Shlenskaya and this special Art Space are two conceptually modern elements located three thousand kilometers apart, in different cities, in different countries, but have decided to unite with the idea of creating this project –
a world without any borders.
About Concept

The exhibition invites participants to explore a fantastical space where there are no distances or borders between Russia and the Balkans, hence the name "Slavic Eden." What would this world look like? How could it be explored? What would it consist of? What laws, rules, and people might exist there? Could religion exist in this world, and if so, with what aspects and recommendations? The exhibition aims to recreate a space "without any boundaries" – physical or restrictive – and to create a unique, profound,

and artistic world "without borders" within each piece of work.


The exhibition invites artists to explore the following themes:

  • Religious aspects;
  • Ritual aspects of this world;
  • Cultural nuances and traditions;
  • Architectural features;
  • Values that could form the basis of this world;
  • Economic and political structures;
  • History of this world;
  • Social life in the created world;
  • People;
  • Animals;
  • Laws and rules;
  • Science;
  • Local flora and fauna.

The exhibition is open to artistic works covering a broad range of topics, with a particular emphasis on the depth of engagement with these questions.


We invite artists to participate in creating a special space that exists both within the context of the contemporary world and beyond its known boundaries.


Unity is the dream of today's world, which is experiencing a series of global conflicts, and the ways to achieve it are actively being sought. The possibilities of art in this search cannot be overestimated.


Respect, exploration, and mutual interest of peoples and states in each other's cultural heritage, way of life, and traditions can erase physical and moral boundaries, uniting people on a metaphysical level.


Therefore, it is especially important to remember and support the synthesis and synergy of art from various ethnicities.

About Concept

The exhibition invites participants to explore

a fantastical space where there are no distances or borders between Russia and the Balkans, hence the name "Slavic Eden." What would this world look like? How could it be explored? What would it consist of? What laws, rules, and people might exist there? Could religion exist in this world, and if so, with what aspects and recommendations? The exhibition aims to recreate a space "without any boundaries" – physical or restrictive – and to create a unique, profound, and artistic world "without borders" within each piece of work.


The exhibition invites artists to explore the following themes:

• Religious aspects;

• Ritual aspects of this world;

• Cultural nuances and traditions;

• Architectural features;

• Values that could form

the basis of this world;

• Economic and political structures;

• History of this world;

• Social life in the created world;

• People;

• Animals;

• Laws and rules;

• Science;

• Local flora and fauna.


The exhibition is open to artistic works covering a broad range of topics, with a particular emphasis on the depth of engagement with these questions.


We invite artists to participate in creating

a special space that exists both within

the context of the contemporary world and beyond its known boundaries.


Unity is the dream of today's world, which is experiencing a series of global conflicts, and the ways to achieve it are actively being sought. The possibilities of art in this search cannot be overestimated.


Respect, exploration, and mutual interest of peoples and states in each other's cultural heritage, way of life, and traditions can erase physical and moral boundaries, uniting people on a metaphysical level.


Therefore, it is especially important to remember and support the synthesis and synergy of art from various ethnicities.

About Context and Space
The exhibition will be located outdoors, where the works will remain for the entire duration of the exhibition under natural lighting, coexisting with nature. The works will interact with and complement their surroundings. Therefore, the mediums and contexts of the works that are welcomed and will be further revealed at this exhibition may possess the following properties:

  • Interact with the wind or be a sound installation;
  • Interact with the sun or be a mirror installation;
  • Use natural materials;
  • Interact with the grass and trees;
  • Interact with birds, insects, and spiders;
  • Be a wooden, earthen, or other nature-inspired installation, or be made from natural materials;
  • Scale matters! Otherwise, the grass could "swallow" your work.
About Context and Space
The exhibition will be located outdoors, where the works will remain for the entire duration of the exhibition under natural lighting, coexisting with nature. The works will interact with and complement their surroundings. Therefore, the mediums and contexts of the works that are welcomed and will be further revealed at this exhibition may possess the following properties:

• Interact with the wind
or be a sound installation;


• Interact with the sun
or be a mirror installation;

• Use natural materials;

• Interact with the grass and trees;

• Interact with birds, insects, and spiders;

• Be a wooden, earthen,
or other nature-inspired installation,
or be made from natural materials;

• Scale matters!
Otherwise, the grass could "swallow" your work.
To become a participant of the exhibition, you need to:
Fill out the form and attach two files:

— About the author

— Concept and work(s) / references
(concept is the most important part)

File formats accepted: DOCX (Word document), PDF, PPTX (PowerPoint presentation)

More detailed requirements are provided below.
  1. Brainstorming and Requirements
Please consider which of your existing works or new creations you envision in the context of the exhibition.

The artwork submitted for the exhibition can be either newly crafted (created specifically for the open call) or pre-existing. If the artwork already exists, it should reflect the previously described concept of this exhibition.

Note: The organizers are not responsible for partial or complete damage to the objects participating in the exhibition, as natural phenomena are considered force majeure events beyond the organizers' control.

It should be understood that the artworks will be outdoors for an extended period and may undergo some changes due to exposure to natural elements (wind, rain, sun, humidity, dust). However, within the available means and given the weather conditions, the organizers will monitor the preservation of the objects.

By submitting your works for this exhibition, you automatically waive any claims regarding their preservation against the organizers.
2. Concept and Works
For an existing artwork, please provide
a detailed description, along with photographs and dimensions of the piece. Prepare an artist's statement.

For a new artwork, please formulate the concept of your work(s) and think about which references could best reflect your idea. Choose 3-5 references that align with the concept of your work or create sketches.

Provide information about the size and materials of your work(s) in the concept. Format the document and name it as "First Name Last Name_Concept and References."

Note: The final description of the exhibited concept on the label may be subject
to validation by the curator of the exhibition.
3. Self-presentation
Think about how you would like to present yourself. Gather information about your exhibition experience or other relevant experience in the field of art. Describe yourself, your creative ideas, and aspirations. Attach a photo of yourself and a brief biography. Include your contact information for communication. Format the document and name it as "First Name Last Name_About the Author."

Previous exhibition experience is not required. Therefore, if you have little or no exhibition experience, please elaborate
on your goals and vision, explaining the purpose behind your submission to the exhibition.
4. Submission
Once you have prepared both files, find the "Submit Application" button on this page and fill out the form, attaching the documents. Expect to receive feedback within 7-14 days after close the open-call.

If your concept is accepted, it's time to start working on bringing it to life.

PS: When you send a request you automatically accept publication on sites and advertising of this exhibition.
5. Details
Multiple requests of works can be considered at the open-call. However, ultimately, each participant will have no more than one work selected. The selected piece must be exhibited for the entire duration, from the official opening to the official closing of the exhibition.

Fluency in English is not mandatory
(if needed, we can assist).

The artwork presented in this exhibition may be reused for other exhibitions by artist.

Submission of applications in Russian
or English. The application process is free
of charge. Participation in the exhibition
will be for a fixed fee 3500 Russian rubles.
6. Notes
The artist undertakes to prepare the work for execution 30 days before the exhibition opening day.

The artist is responsible for the installation, dismantling, and logistics of their work (installation – the day before the exhibition opens, dismantling – the day after the exhibition closes). The placement of artworks is coordinated with the curator.

In case of any disputes between artists and the organizing team regarding the rules and details of the exhibition, there is an opportunity for resolution with a win-win approach. If a win-win resolution cannot
be reached, the final decision rests with the exhibition organizers. By submitting an application for the open call, you agree
to the conditions outlined in this open call.
To become a participant of the exhibition, you need to:
Fill out the form and attach two files:

— About the author

— Concept and work(s) / references
(concept is the most important part)

File formats accepted: DOCX (Word document), PDF, PPTX (PowerPoint presentation)

More detailed requirements
are provided below.
  1. Brainstorming and Requirements
Please consider which of your existing works or new creations you envision in the context of the exhibition.

The artwork submitted for the exhibition can be either newly crafted (created specifically for the open call) or pre-existing.
If the artwork already exists, it should reflect the previously described concept of this exhibition.

Note: The organizers are not responsible for partial or complete damage to the objects participating in the exhibition, as natural phenomena are considered force majeure events beyond the organizers' control.

It should be understood that the artworks will be outdoors for an extended period and may undergo some changes due to exposure to natural elements (wind, rain, sun, humidity, dust). However, within the available means and given the weather conditions, the organizers will monitor the preservation of the objects.

By submitting your works for this exhibition, you automatically waive any claims regarding their preservation against the organizers.
2. Concept and Works
For an existing artwork, please provide a detailed description,
along with photographs and dimensions of the piece.
Prepare an artist's statement.

For a new artwork, please formulate the concept of your work(s) and think about which references could best reflect your idea. Choose 3-5 references that align with the concept of your work or create sketches.

Provide information about the size and materials of your work(s) in the concept. Format the document and name it as "First Name Last Name_Concept and References."

Note: The final description of the exhibited concept on the label may be subject to validation by the curator of the exhibition.
3. Self-presentation
Think about how you would like to present yourself. Gather information about your exhibition experience or other relevant experience in the field of art. Describe yourself, your creative ideas, and aspirations. Attach a photo of yourself and a brief biography. Include your contact information for communication. Format the document and name it as
"First Name Last Name_About the Author."

Previous exhibition experience is not required. Therefore,
if you have little or no exhibition experience, please elaborate
on your goals and vision, explaining the purpose behind your submission to the exhibition.
4. Submission
Once you have prepared both files, find the "Submit Application" button on this page and fill out the form, attaching the documents. Expect to receive feedback within 7-14 days after close the open-call.

If your concept is accepted, it's time to start working on
bringing it to life.

PS: When you send a request you automatically accept publication on sites and advertising of this exhibition.
5. Details
Multiple requests of works can be considered at the open-call. However, ultimately, each participant will have no more than one work selected. The selected piece must be exhibited for the entire duration, from the official opening to the official closing of the exhibition.

Fluency in English is not mandatory (if needed, we can assist).

The artwork presented in this exhibition may be reused
for other exhibitions by artist.

Submission of applications in Russian or English. The application process is free of charge. Participation in the exhibition will be for a fixed fee 3500 Russian rubles.
6. Notes
The artist undertakes to prepare the work for execution 30 days before the exhibition opening day.

The artist is responsible for the installation, dismantling, and logistics of their work (installation – the day before the exhibition opens, dismantling – the day after the exhibition closes). The placement of artworks is coordinated with the curator.

In case of any disputes between artists and the organizing team regarding the rules and details of the exhibition, there is an opportunity for resolution with a win-win approach. If a win-win resolution cannot be reached, the final decision rests with the exhibition organizers. By submitting an application for the open call, you agree to the conditions outlined
in this open call.
Questions
For all inquiries related to the exhibition, you can contact the exhibition's curators via email or through social media.
  • Julia Shlenskaya

    Curator-Artist

    Julia is a contemporary conceptual artist who is passionate about exploring the intricacies of psychology and interpersonal relationships through the lens of emotions and higher mathematics. Her goal is to prompt viewers to reflect on their inner world, immersing themselves in emotions, reflections, and higher mathematics in the context

    of creating inner worlds.


    Julia's conceptual art installations and video projects have captured the attention of people worldwide. Simultaneously, her films have been screened, nominated, and honored at various festivals around the globe, including in Italy, France, Sweden, Switzerland, Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, India, Indonesia, and more.


    Julia is devoted to creating large-scale exhibitions based on the creation of distinct, cohesive worlds. Additionally, the atmosphere

    of the created world plays a significant role in her exhibitions, where each viewer leaves with a part of that world inside them.

Questions
For all inquiries related to the exhibition, you can contact the exhibition's curators via email
or through social media.
  • Julia Shlenskaya

    Curator-Artist

    Julia is a contemporary conceptual artist who is passionate about exploring the intricacies of psychology and interpersonal relationships through the lens of emotions and higher mathematics. Her goal is to prompt viewers to reflect on their inner world, immersing themselves in emotions, reflections, and higher mathematics in the context of creating inner worlds.


    Julia's conceptual art installations and video projects have captured the attention of people worldwide. Simultaneously, her films have been screened, nominated, and honored at various festivals around the globe, including in Italy, France, Sweden, Switzerland, Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, India, Indonesia, and more.


    Julia is devoted to creating large-scale exhibitions based on the creation of distinct, cohesive worlds. Additionally, the atmosphere of the created world plays a significant role in her exhibitions, where each viewer leaves with a part of that world inside them.

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