Author Archives: Rowena Hurme

Artistic freedom and cultural organisations under attack – Sign the petition now

Artistic freedom and the autonomy of cultural organizations are under attack. From devastating budget cuts and performance bans to violent disruptions and censorship, cultural production across Europe is facing unprecedented threats. Join the first Europe-wide campaign to safeguard artistic freedom. … Continue reading

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Introducing Farnaz Abdoli: Fashion designer and activist

Meet designer Farnaz Abdoli We are thrilled to introduce Farnaz Abdoli, an inspiring fashion designer and activist, as an Artists at Risk (AR) resident. Abdoli’s journey is one of extraordinary courage and creativity. Once celebrated as one of Iran’s most … Continue reading

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Funeral march against Berlin’s cultural budget cuts

Join the funeral march against cultural budget cuts in Berlin The plans to slash Berlin’s cultural budget by over 140 million euros have sparked outrage in the city, around Germany and the cultural scene internationally. The shocking cuts, announced and … Continue reading

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The 8th Edition of Dart Festival

In a beautiful gesture of solidarity, the 8th edition of the Dart Festival of documentary art films in Barcelona is donating proceeds from screenings to support Artists at Risk (AR). A huge thank you to Dart Festival and especially Enrichetta … Continue reading

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Lok To Tang: Hold The Handrail, Mind The Gap – Art Exhibition

Hold The Handrail, Mind The Gap Lok To Tang 22 Nov – 5 Dec 2024 HALLE 6 Basement Time passed neither too fast nor too slow. After leaving Hong Kong in a rush, Munich became my first stop in Europe. … Continue reading

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Event: No Callarem – Artists at Risk Barcelona

Join us on November 14 as Artists at Risk (AR) and No Callarem celebrate five years of No Callarem – Artists at Risk Barcelona! For half a decade, No Callarem has been a lifeline for artists facing repression, offering them … Continue reading

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Rafto Conference 2024

Rafto Conference 2024 on Saturday, November 9 The Rafto Conference 2024 is here, inviting everyone to an inspiring event on Saturday, November 9. Taking place both in Bergen and online, this year’s conference celebrates Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara, Cuban artist … Continue reading

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Art and Dissent: Talk on Art, Resistance, and Courage

Art and Dissent: Join us for a powerful conversation about art and resistance at Art Cologne on 8 November 2024. Maria Alekhina (Pussy Riot), fresh off her co-curated Velvet Revolution exhibition at Munich’s Haus der Kunst. Marita Muukkonen and Ivor … Continue reading

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The Great Culture Petition: Cut the cuts!

Cut the cuts! The Finnish Government’s drastic budget cuts to arts funding threaten our right to culture, affecting not only artists but the wellbeing of society as a whole. Arts and culture enrich our daily lives through performances, design, museums, … Continue reading

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AR-Artist Mariia Nekrasova in residency at Art Factory

Artists at Risk (AR) is excited to introduce Mariia Nekrasova, a painter from Ukraine currently in residency at Art Factory, supported by the City of Porvoo. After arriving in Porvoo with her children, Nekrasova has found a supportive community among … Continue reading

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