LCCA Summer School 2026 Open Call: Re-Enchanted Worlds
An open call has been announced by the Latvian Centre for Contemporary Art (LCCA) for its Summer School set to take place from August 6–10, 2026, in Madona, located in northern Latvia's Vidzeme region. The theme, 'Re-Enchanted Worlds: Contemporary Practices and Traditional Knowledge,' features a mix of lectures, workshops, guided tours, discussions, and creative activities. This program is aimed at early-career artists, art historians, curators, and scholars in the humanities and social sciences, with a particular invitation for MA and PhD students. Participants will delve into how traditional knowledge informs modern artistic practice, exploring themes such as ancient myths and the cultural underworld. While participation is free, a €200 fee is required for accommodation and meals, and applications are due by June 12, 2026.
Key facts
- LCCA Summer School 2026 takes place August 6–10 in Madona, Latvia.
- Theme: 'Re-Enchanted Worlds: Contemporary Practices and Traditional Knowledge.'
- Open to early-career artists, art historians, humanities/social science scholars, curators, cultural studies researchers.
- MA and PhD students are particularly encouraged to apply.
- Program includes lectures, workshops, guided tours, discussions, creative practices.
- Focus on traditional knowledge as inspiration for contemporary creative practice.
- Participation is free; €200 contribution for accommodation and catering.
- Application deadline: June 12, 2026.
Entities
Institutions
- Latvian Centre for Contemporary Art (LCCA)
Locations
- Madona
- Vidzeme region
- Latvia