Platform Dalí Unveils 'What is real?' Theme and Lydia Ourahmane Residency
Platform Dalí, an initiative of the Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí launched in December 2025 under the direction of Mónica Bello, announced its first annual thematic programme and open call on July 1, 2026. The programme, titled 'What is real?', explores reality as an evolving process shaped by emergence, uncertainty, and imagination, inspired by Salvador Dalí's fascination with scientific discovery. The initiative fosters experimental, research-led exchange between artists and scientific communities. Algerian-born artist Lydia Ourahmane has been named the newest resident artist, joining the programme. An open call for additional participants is now underway.
Key facts
- Platform Dalí launched in December 2025 by Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí
- Directed by Mónica Bello
- First annual theme is 'What is real?'
- Theme examines reality as a constantly evolving process
- Inspired by Salvador Dalí's interest in science
- Lydia Ourahmane named as newest resident artist
- Open call for participants announced on July 1, 2026
- Focus on experimental exchange between artists and scientists
Entities
Artists
- Salvador Dalí
- Lydia Ourahmane
- Mónica Bello
Institutions
- Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí
- Platform Dalí