Inspiring Civic Action Through Utilization of Green Public Spaces: OnTop Gallery, A Case Study
Session
Integrated Design
Description
This paper will focus on exploring the ways in which to inspire civic action through the utilization and occupation of green public spaces. It will specifically focus on the project entitled “On Top Gallery” created by artist Fatmir Mustafa - Karllo. “OnTop Gallery” is an extension of a greater project entitled “On Top Residency” which aims to raise awareness of the dwindling green public spaces. The rationale for choosing the location close in proximity to the “OnTop Residency’s” land lot 09136-0, in Butovc, (in the neighboring hill) will be discussed. We will present the concept and plans for the envisioned functioning of both of these open-air spaces. Furthermore, the kinds of possible artworks that could be displayed at the “OnTop” Gallery will be discussed. Special focus will be given to the collaborations of “OnTop” projects with other local and international arts and cultural institutions. Finally, we will focus on the ways in which civic action is increased through projects of public art.
Keywords:
gallery, civic action, public spaces, green spaces, art, contemporary art, artistic occupation, nature, public art, open gallery, curation, artworks
Proceedings Editor
Edmond Hajrizi
ISBN
978-9951-550-50-5
Location
Lipjan, Kosovo
Start Date
29-10-2022 12:00 AM
End Date
30-10-2022 12:00 AM
DOI
10.33107/ubt-ic.2022.70
Recommended Citation
Mustafa, Fatmir and Bytyçi, Artrit, "Inspiring Civic Action Through Utilization of Green Public Spaces: OnTop Gallery, A Case Study" (2022). UBT International Conference. 70.
https://knowledgecenter.ubt-uni.net/conference/2022/all-events/70
Inspiring Civic Action Through Utilization of Green Public Spaces: OnTop Gallery, A Case Study
Lipjan, Kosovo
This paper will focus on exploring the ways in which to inspire civic action through the utilization and occupation of green public spaces. It will specifically focus on the project entitled “On Top Gallery” created by artist Fatmir Mustafa - Karllo. “OnTop Gallery” is an extension of a greater project entitled “On Top Residency” which aims to raise awareness of the dwindling green public spaces. The rationale for choosing the location close in proximity to the “OnTop Residency’s” land lot 09136-0, in Butovc, (in the neighboring hill) will be discussed. We will present the concept and plans for the envisioned functioning of both of these open-air spaces. Furthermore, the kinds of possible artworks that could be displayed at the “OnTop” Gallery will be discussed. Special focus will be given to the collaborations of “OnTop” projects with other local and international arts and cultural institutions. Finally, we will focus on the ways in which civic action is increased through projects of public art.