ALL TOMORROW’S SONGS
Interdisciplinary Group Exhibition

Kühlhaus Berlin, November 8, 2024

Artists on display:
Aliaksandra Tratsiakova (Belarus), Amor Smilovic Fazlic (Italy), Gorgone (Italy), Anna Furlan (Italy), Ayla Heier (Netherlands), Aws Al Zubaidi (Palestine), Fabrizio Rigutti (Italy), Irene Ambrogi (Italy), Ludovico Colombo (Italy), Nejc Zorenč (Slovenia), Neža Hajšek & Blažka Šifrar (Slovenia), Olga Karaseva (Russia), Qafar Rzayev (Azerbaijan), Rac Montoro (Italy), Sofya Vavra (Russia)

Curators: Laura Rositani, JAŠA

Photos by Carolina Genoni

ALL TOMORROW’S SONGS
Interdisciplinary Group Exhibition

Kühlhaus Berlin, November 8, 2024
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Free entry

All Tomorrow’s Songs is an interdisciplinary group exhibition featuring individual projects developed by 16 young artists who participated in the international workshop "Making It." This final exhibition and public moment represent a collective, cross-disciplinary effort, where artists of different backgrounds collaborated side-by-side to create unified, thematic works that blend different art forms into a cohesive, relevant, and multifaceted experience.

The showcased projects demonstrate the artists' remarkable growth, both individually and as a group, as they developed their works throughout the workshop. The process cultivated their capacity to listen, observe, and conceptually intertwine and connect with each other and their surroundings. The public presentation maintains the multimedia nature of the process and unfolds through alternating performative events that spread out across the different levels of the space.

Each project offers a distinct response to the current socio-political climate, serving as a call for unity rather than isolation. Questions of positioning, self-expression, and voice emerge, along with the responsibility to be a vehicle for others. These young voices provide poignant, poetic insights into the concept of "nowness," recognizing it as their sole reality. Despite facing significant challenges and limitations, younger generations strive to offer "songs" of hope and constructive solutions, transcending mere criticism to envision a better future.

Artists on display:
Aliaksandra Tratsiakova (Belarus), Amor Smilovic Fazlic (Italy), Angelica Osawemwenze (Italy), Anna Eugenia Furlan (Italy), Ayla Heier (Netherlands), Aws Al Zubaidi (Palestine), Fabrizio Rigutti (Italy), Irene Ambrogi (Italy), Ludovico Colombo (Italy), Nejc Zorenč (Slovenia), Neža Hajšek & Blažka Šifrar (Slovenia), Olga Karaseva (Russia), Qafar Rzayev (Azerbaijan), Rac Montoro (Italy), Sofya Vavra (Russia)

Curators: Laura Rositani, JAŠA
Project leader: We.are inštitut
Partners: Kühlhaus Berlin, Accademia di Belle Arti di Venezia, KUD Ljud
Main mentor: JAŠA
Co-mentors: Laura Rositani, Grega Močivnik, Nina Vombergar
Guest lecturers & mentors: Harshini J. Karunaratne, Mattias Gingliano, Vuk Ćošić, Tjaša Pureber, Motovila, Noah Charney, Arthur Duff, Michele Drascek, Zlatko Širol
Production & promotion: Glasilka (Vladimir Mihajlović, Andraž Boštjančič)
Design & support: Rosa Lux

The project is funded by the European Union.
Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the National Agency. Neither the European Union nor the National Agency can be held responsible for them.

The project is supported by SKICA Berlin.

EXHIBITION OPENING 8.11. / 6PM at Kühlhaus Berlin

Making It 2024: A Transnational Dialogue Culminating in Berlin

Making It 2024, an ambitious project traversing geographical and artistic boundaries, is reaching its crescendo. This international artistic workshop, orchestrated by the esteemed Slovenian contemporary artist JAŠA (Jaša Mrevlje-Pollak), has embarked on a journey to foster a transnational dialogue amongst emerging artists, culminating in a powerful showcase in Berlin.

A Synthesis of Creative Energies

This edition of Making It transcends the conventional workshop paradigm, transforming into a vibrant hub for artistic discourse and innovation. Supported by a network of cultural institutions – the Venice Academy of Fine Arts (Italy), WE.ARE Institute (SI-Ger), Kühlhaus Berlin (Germany), KUD Ljud (Slovenia) and PiNA (Slovenia) – the project has fostered a fertile ground for creative exploration.

From its inception at the Venice Academy of Fine Arts, coinciding with the Venice Biennale, Making It 2024 has emphasized the symbiotic relationship between individual expression and collective engagement. The intensive training sessions in Koper provided a crucible for artistic refinement, where participants engaged in a process of reciprocal learning and collaborative exploration. Subsequent online sessions facilitated a sustained dialogue, allowing for the gestation and maturation of individual projects.

Berlin: The Convergence of Artistic Visions

Now, the culmination of this creative odyssey awaits in Berlin, a city renowned for its vibrant artistic landscape and its openness to diverse cultural expressions. The Kühlhaus Berlin, a sprawling industrial space transformed into a contemporary art venue, will serve as the stage for the final act of Making It 2024. Here, the participants will unveil their works, offering a poignant reflection on the complexities of our contemporary world.

The Artists: A Chorus of Diverse Voices

The artists, representing a tapestry of cultural backgrounds and artistic approaches, are poised to engage in a dynamic exchange with the Berlin audience:

Ayla Heier (Slovenia / The Netherlands)
Angelica Osawemwenze (Italy)
Aliaksandra Tratsiakova (Belarus / Lithuania)
Aws Al Zubaidi (Palestine / Switzerland)
Qafar Rzayev (Azerbaijan)
Ludovico Colombo (Italy)
Neža Hajšek and Blažka Šifrar (Slovenia)
Fabrizio Rigutti (Italy)
Amor Smilovic Fazlic (Italy)
Rac Montoro (Italy)
Anna Eugenia Furlan (Italy)
Nejc Zorenč (Slovenia)
Irene Ambrogi (Berlin, Germany)
Sofya Vavra (Russia)
Olga Karaseva (Russia)

Beyond the Exhibition: A Legacy of Creative Empowerment

The Berlin finale transcends a mere exhibition; it represents the culmination of a journey marked by intellectual curiosity, artistic experimentation, and cross-cultural dialogue. Making It 2024 has not only provided these emerging artists with a platform to showcase their talents but has also fostered a sense of community and shared purpose. As they prepare to share their works with the world, they embody the transformative potential of art to bridge cultural divides and ignite meaningful conversations.

2024 PROJECT PRESENTATIONS

Nejc Zorenč

Irene Ambrogi

Aliaksandra Tratsiakova

Ayla Heier

Angelica Osawemwenze

Anna Eugenia Furlan

Blažka Šifrar & Neža Hajšek

Aws Al Zubaidi

Amor Smilović

Ludovico Colombo

Rac Montoro

JAŠA / BLOOM / Unnecessary Debris of Man's Blind Stupidity, site-specific installation, painting performance with Juliana Destefanis and Valeria Pin-Trunk / KINO ŠIŠKA / Ljubljana / 2021 / foto by Andrej Peunik

Making it 2024

Making It is returning. The international artistic workshop is led by the renowned Slovenian contemporary artist JAŠA (Jaša Mrevlje-Pollak), supported by project partners PiNA (Slovenia), the Venice Academy of Fine Arts (Italy), WE.ARE Institute (SI-Ger) and Kühlhaus Berlin (Germany).

The workshop harnesses art as a conduit for deep engagement with oneself, the surrounding world, and its myriad social issues. Participants will delve into their creativity, honing their skills in a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive environment.

Through hands-on experience, expert mentoring, and networking opportunities, Making It offers an immersive and enriching experience designed to inspire and empower young individuals in their career development.

The workshop spans multiple sessions:

The project commences with a live presentation at the Venice Academy of Fine Arts on April 22nd, coinciding with the Venice Biennale.
An intense one-week training session will be held in the coastal town of Koper from June 23rd to 30th, 2024.
Online sessions will take place in September and October 2024.
The grand finale will be held in Berlin from November 4th to 10th, 2024, where participants will present their works at Kühlhaus Berlin.

JAŠA / BLOOM / Boys & Guns performance with Jan Kmet & Kalu / KINO ŠIŠKA / Ljubljana / 2022 / foto by Andrej Peunik

Who is the workshop for?

The workshop is primarily for art students, aspiring artists, and young creatives at the beginning of their career paths. However, the application is open to anyone between the ages of 20 and 30 who has a high interest in artistic expression, works in cultural fields, and is driven by a profound desire to experience art as a form of personal growth and an instrument to broaden awareness.

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When?

JAŠA / UNNAME / performance by Primož Bezjak / KINO ŠIŠKA / Ljubljana / 2022 / foto by Nejc Ketiš

JAŠA / BLOOM / Utter score performed by Bowrain & others / KINO ŠIŠKA / Ljubljana / 2022 / foto by Nejc Ketiš

DATES

The project takes off at the Venice Academy of Fine Arts on the 22nd of April, during the famous Venice Biennale, with a live presentation of the program.

The workshop starts with an intense one-week training in the coastal town of Koper between June 23rd and 30th, 2024. It continues with online sessions up until the grand finale in the bustling city of Berlin between November 4th and 10th, where the participants will present their work to the audience in the 1700 square meter exhibition space of Kühlhaus Berlin. The workshop concludes with a virtual exhibition of the participants' works, displayed on the Making It website.

What do we cover?

Participation in the workshop is free of charge.

What's Included?

"Making It Training", June 23-30, 2024, Koper, Slovenia
- Accommodation: Shared rooms (2-3 participants per room)
- Travel support: up to 150 EUR per participant
- Welcome food, coffee breaks, and basic groceries provided at the accommodation
"Making It Final Group Exhibition/Event: All Tomorrow's Songs", Berlin, November 4-10, 2024
- Production support: 150 EUR per participant
- Additional support for non-Berlin residents: 200 EUR for transport/accommodation
Participants are responsible for arranging their own health insurance coverage for the project duration.

ABOUT

JAŠA / BLOOM / Fade to Relevant / site-specific installation / KINO ŠIŠKA / Ljubljana / 2022 / foto by Andrej Peunik

Program Overview:

"Making It Training" (Koper, Slovenia, June 23-30, 2024): A week-long immersive session with mentorship from Jaša Mrevlje-Pollak and PiNA, supplemented by guest lectures from Venice Academy of Fine Arts professors.
"Making It Online Sessions" (September & October 2024): Progress updates, individual project development, and preparation for Berlin, alongside preparations for the virtual exhibition.
"Making It Final Group Exhibition/Event" (Berlin, November 4-10, 2024): A 5-day preparation period culminating in a 2-day art show at Kühlhaus Berlin, focusing on site-specific approaches.
"Making It Virtual Exhibition" (Making It website): A digital representation of participants' works showcased in a virtual group exhibition.

Context / Background

Rooted in JAŠA's collaborative ethos and driven by the need for interdisciplinary skills in contemporary art, Making It seeks to provide practical guidance and hands-on experience to aspiring artists. Building on the success of its inaugural edition, the workshop aims to enrich and expand its offerings in 2024.