Call for submissions: NGOIFF Art Installation 2022 in Nairobi

The projects should be at the intersection of climate change, conflict and COVID-19 by artists keen to explore new forms of expression in visual/video storytelling installation that would not only speak about the problem but also provide a solution.

This open call offers artists the opportunity to develop an art installation that will explore human and digital interactions in a very simple contextual presentation. 

This opportunity also offers a space for experimentation and collaboration in creative, cross-disciplinary partnerships across storytelling, the creative arts, science, technology and social entrepreneurship. 

Artists from different career stages and artistic backgrounds are encouraged to submit their projects for this opportunity. The aim is to seek solutions from the creative community willing to confront global challenges.

The artist/s will have one month to put the project together starting from September into October 2022. 

After review, only three artists will get a chance to develop their interactive and immersive projects with support from the festival and its partners.

Why an art installation?

Artists have solved some of the complex problems in human history to date. However, the current world order and its state of affairs does not consult with the artists. 

It is the desire of the NGOIFF to create an inclusive and co-created solution to global challenges using a relatable and relevant medium of art.

Participation

• Established as well as emerging creatives across Africa are welcome to apply here, with Kenyan artists highly recommended to try. 
• If selected, the artist/s (not more than two) will have the chance to work with some of the NGOIFF partners on any of the chosen themes. 
• The knowledge of the chosen theme must be strong. 
• The application process is free of charge. 
• A fixed budget will be allocated by the NGOIFF to every selected project/artist. 
• Local transportation and meals during the production of the art installation will also be covered by NGOIFF in Nairobi.
• The festival shall not provide and will not be responsible for travel allowance and accommodation.
• If the work requires the presence of more than two team members, such participation must be communicated early, applied, and will be at individual negotiation, if granted.

The deadline for the NGOIFF Art Installation 2022 application is 18 August.

Notification of selection will be communicated before the end of August.

For more information contact: artproject@thengoiff.com

View the original call here.