Exhibition: ‘Reflections on the hole in the stone

For December 2024, Atelier 34zero Muzeum is launching a brand new exhibition entitled ‘the hole in the stone’.

Holes in stone are more than just a physical feature; they represent a profound exploration of matter and our perception of it. By developing a sense of the interior of stone, we discover a unique intimacy that brings us visually closer to this blocky material. What's more, the sum of the empty and the full creates a unique dialogue that questions the materiality of stone, in which the holes do not represent absences; on the contrary, from these holes emerge a whole reflection that is at once technical, symbolic and aesthetic. The holes in the stone allow us to play with light and shadow, between the fragility of the structure and the inherent solidity of the stone. Taking on stone with this particular approach means thinking about visibility through it. Creating a reflection in the stone, not on the stone, pushes us to understand the limits of its fragility. The resulting visual transparency, though paradoxical for such a solid material, reveals a new dimension. Fanning blocks of stone is not an act of destruction, but rather a way of exploring the transversality of the material. This approach reveals not only the raw beauty of stone, but also the complexity of its inner layers, offering us a new and enriching perspective.

Who can apply?

• This call is open to all sculptors who work with holes in stone.
• We're interested in innovation, diversity and the techniques used.
• You can apply on your own behalf or on behalf of a collective.

If you are selected,

• You will be invited to an interview so that you can meet the curatorial team and get a feel for the space.
• You will be given access to the museum.
• L'Atelier will provide support for transport, installation/dismantling and insurance.

Selection criteria:

Applications will be carefully considered by the curatorial team, who will pay particular attention to projects that represent an innovation in the artistic landscape, and will pay particular attention to: the diversity of what is proposed, the practices, the profiles, etc. the coherence between the needs expressed by the artist to carry out his or her project and the possibilities for present and future collaboration between the Atelier34zéro Muzeum and the artist.

Timetable:

• The exhibition will run from mid-December to the end of March
• Call for entries closes: 30/09/24
• Reading of applications: 30/09 > 15/10/24
• Meeting with pre-selected artists: 20/10 > 20/11/24 *
• Final selection and announcement to artists: 25/11/24 at the latest

* This meeting will preferably take place in the artists' studios or at L'Atelier34zéro Muzeum in Jette. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the project in greater depth and the requirements for its successful completion. Artists responding to the call must be able to make themselves available for this meeting (a videoconference may be considered only in the event of long-distance travel).

How to apply:

• Interested artists are invited to submit their application in PDF format to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before 30/09/24.
• Applications must include a presentation of your artistic work and a brief letter of motivation explaining your interest in this exhibition.

The exhibition will also be accompanied by guided tours, lectures and artistic workshops, providing an enriching and interactive experience for the public.

The exhibition will then be exported to Poland, to the Centre for Contemporary Art in Katowice.

By way of example, here's what we're looking for: