Casa degli Artisti Milano launches crowdfunding to survive pandemic
Casa degli Artisti di Milano, a contemporary art venue that opened just before the lockdown in March 2020, has initiated its inaugural crowdfunding effort titled “L’arte è un bene comune. Sostieni Casa degli Artisti.” This campaign, hosted on Produzioni dal Basso, runs from February 5, 2021, for a duration of 45 days. Contributors can donate or select rewards, which include artworks from resident artists such as Camilla Alberti and Sergio Breviario. Proceeds will aid in maintenance and support for artists. The initiative aligns with artists returning to finalize research and collaborate with Cesare Picco and Taketo Gohara on album recordings. Mattia Bosco highlighted the campaign's role in establishing the Casa as a public asset. BNP Paribas serves as the primary sponsor, providing all operational assistance. The Casa remains committed to artists and public engagement during these uncertain times.
Key facts
- Casa degli Artisti Milano opened just before the March 2020 lockdown and has struggled due to pandemic restrictions.
- The crowdfunding campaign launched on February 5, 2021, on Produzioni dal Basso.
- The campaign runs for 45 days with the slogan 'L’arte è un bene comune. Sostieni Casa degli Artisti'.
- Donors can contribute freely or choose rewards, including artworks by resident artists.
- Artists donating works: Camilla Alberti, Sergio Breviario, Pietro Coletta, Michele Guido, Chiara Longo, Rebecca Moccia, Luca Pozzi, Eleonora Roaro, Filippo Romano.
- Funds will be used exclusively for the Casa’s maintenance and support of artists’ work.
- The campaign coincides with artists returning to complete research and the recording of a new album by Cesare Picco and Taketo Gohara.
- Main sponsor is BNP Paribas; all operational support is donated by partners.
- Mattia Bosco, ATS member, wrote an open letter explaining the campaign’s dual purpose: fundraising and asserting art as a common good.
- The Casa is prioritizing artists’ work and public access over a structured program due to uncertainty.
Entities
Artists
- Camilla Alberti
- Sergio Breviario
- Pietro Coletta
- Michele Guido
- Chiara Longo
- Rebecca Moccia
- Luca Pozzi
- Eleonora Roaro
- Filippo Romano
- Cesare Picco
- Taketo Gohara
- Mattia Bosco
Institutions
- Casa degli Artisti di Milano
- Produzioni dal Basso
- BNP Paribas
- Artribune
Locations
- Milan
- Italy