BLIK BLIK, one of the largest festivals of light and art in public space in the Czech Republic, which takes place every year at various locations in the streets of Pilsen, announces an open call for the 2025 edition as part of its tenth anniversary. The festival is attended by an average of 40,000 people over two nights. 6-8 thousand people visit the indoor (paid) installations. You can learn more about the history of the festival HERE.
Festival date: 21-22 March 2025
Call deadline: 30 November 2024, 23:59
We are looking for three light art installations or objects to be placed in the following locations:
OPEN CALL 2025
1. Garden of Eden, Museum of Religious Art, Pilsen
A hidden oasis in the city centre - this is the Garden of Eden of the former Franciscan monastery, now the Museum of Religious Art. We are looking for an installation (it can be site-specific) that will underline the specific character of this meditative place.
It is a 16x16m space. There is a gridded well in the middle that can be used non-invasively (the grid cannot be removed, the holes in the grid are 13x13cm). Due to the historical character of the building it is not possible to drill into the walls. Sound accompaniment is possible, but with sensitivity to the space.
Check the more photos of the location here.
Available budget: max. EUR 4,000 (excluding VAT, if applicable)
The amount includes the fee, transport of the work and the artist to/from Pilsen, production costs related to installation and de-installation. In addition to the above, the festival pays for accommodation, on-site production and technical support and operational staff (sound engineer, guides, etc.). In the case of an exceptionally interesting proposal, it is possible to participate to a reasonable extent in the provision of AV equipment (projectors/laser, etc.). However, this technology should be described in the proposal.
2. Bus hall, DEPO2015, Plzeň
We want to transform a spacious industrial venue into a place that will be attractive for children and adults. We are looking for something playful, fun, witty! The hall functions as a black-box, so there is a possibility to present the installation outside the evening hours of the festival.
The bus hall is about 770m2 with dimensions of about 21x36m. It has a suspended truss system that can be used.The hall is also equipped with a surround sound system (dB technologies - can be arranged very flexibly), 12pcs indoor intelligent light heads ( not necessary to use).
Find supporting materials on the venue here.
Available budget: max. 12.000 EUR (excluding VAT, if applicable)
The amount includes the fee, transport of the work and the artist to/from Pilsen, production costs related to installation and de-installation. In addition to the above, the festival pays for accommodation, on-site production and technical support and operational staff (sound engineer, guides, etc.). In the case of an exceptionally interesting proposal, it is possible to participate to a reasonable extent in the provision of AV equipment (projectors/laser, etc.). However, this technology should be described in the proposal.
3. Public space, Pilsen
Your artwork can become part of the BLIK BLIK 2025 route. We are particularly interested in objects or installations that can withstand the unpredictable March weather and be enjoyed by crowds of enthusiastic visitors. We will find a place for you (with you)!
Available budget: max. 8.000 EUR (excluding VAT, if applicable)
The amount includes the fee, transport of the work and the artist to/from Pilsen, production costs related to installation and de-installation. In addition to the above, the festival pays for accommodation, on-site production and technical support and operational staff (sound engineer, guides, etc.). In the case of an exceptionally interesting proposal, it is possible to participate to a reasonable extent in the provision of AV equipment (projectors/laser, etc.). However, this technology should be described in the proposal.
Please fill out the application in the form of a Google form (the form is in English, but it is also possible to fill it out in Czech).
Presentation of the work: Send us the presentation of the work (.pdf file) by email to adela.foldynova@gmail.com
Call deadline: November 30, 2024, 11:59 p.m
In case of any questions, contact the open call coordinator Adéla Klimková, adela.foldynova@gmail.com
