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Indie Art Thrives in a Month-Long Celebration

Prepare for Project Space Festival, a month-long spectacle showcasing the jewels of the independent, subterranean art community in Berlin. Spread across August, 30 distinct locations serve as a fresh stage for the undervalued artists of the city.

Celebration of Independent Artistry Spans Through a Month
Celebration of Independent Artistry Spans Through a Month

Indie Art Thrives in a Month-Long Celebration

In the heart of Berlin, August is about to become a vibrant month for art enthusiasts. The first official Project Space Festival is set to take place throughout the entire month, showcasing the city's thriving independent, underground art scene.

The festival serves as a time capsule for the non-white cube status-quo of the art scene, offering a unique perspective on the current state of the art world. Thirty project spaces from Berlin, including LEAP, Kreuzberg Pavillon, Grimmuseum, Import Projects, and Autocenter, will be participating in this art extravaganza.

These project spaces are crucial to the people's art scene due to their focus on fostering creative experimentation and exposing unknown artists. Unlike traditional art institutions, they do not rely on institutional funding or high-end collectors. Instead, they offer accessible spaces with project prices that do not carry five-figure tags.

Each participating project space will host a 24-hour "surprise event" during its respective day of the festival. The details of these events will be released one week prior to the event, adding an element of mystery and excitement to the festival. These creative conspiracies include art meals, excursions, city tours, games, and other indefinable activities.

The versatile, unassuming atmosphere of the project spaces encourages discourse, discovery, and more frequent exhibitions and events. They often serve multiple functions, including being studios, galleries, cafes, or bars. This versatility makes them hubs for artistic creativity and community engagement.

The festival is directed by Marie Graftieaux, Nora Myr, and Lauren Reid, who allow a spectrum of creative conspiracies for the events. The festival's focus on independent, non-white cube art spaces serves as a time capsule for the current state of the art scene, offering a refreshing alternative to the mainstream.

August, being a notoriously slow month in Berlin, is a ripe time for the festival. It provides a petri dish for creative minds to come together and engage in the art scene, making it an exciting addition to Berlin's cultural calendar. The Project Space Festival is more than just an art event; it's a celebration of the independent, underground art scene in Berlin, and a testament to the city's vibrant artistic spirit.

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