2010 Art Production Center, Kadırga

Founder: burcak Konukman

ISTANBUL 2010 ART PRODUCTION CENTER, KADIRGA 2010 aims and strategy of Visual Arts Directorate of Istanbul 2010 European Capital of Culture Agency are outlined referring to Turkey’s local and international needs and activities in terms of contemporary and current art. The two basic concepts set forth at this point are: supporting creative individuals and professional artists within the framework of developments in culture industry and introducing contemporary and current art to a larger public. Having the following objectives in mind, interactive and sustainable projects – which meet the mentioned needs- are being evaluated and implemented: Enabling creative individuals and artists produce artworks of current aesthetics and forms in tune with international art world; Organizing the necessary workshops and working envirioment; Fortifying the networks and collaborations with international art and culture circles; Informing the public about contemporary art… Within this concept, LIVES AND WORKS IN ISTANBUL project is being implemented since November 2008. Providing facilities to the application projects of visual art, ISTANBUL 2010 ART PRODUCTION CENTER, KADIRGA is serving also for Istanbul 2010 projects of different diciplines. The Municipality of Fatih allocated its Culture Center in Kadırga for this project. The center was transformed into the Art Production Center, which serves as the main component of the project. In the center, where international artists will organize workshops and produce artworks for 3 years, there are common studios (photography, video, multi-media equipment and technicians) at the artists’ disposal. In addition, there are various halls to hold conferences (with approx. 300 seats), panels, workshops, and an archieve room and a library. The center is designated to generate a synergy, created by the collaboration of the participating artists. Art Production Center, Kadırga serves as the site for producing, improving, introducing and promoting the main and applicant projects for Istanbul 2010 Agency.