AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

LarkGallery has an opportunity to send 15-20 artists to an Art Lab and two weeks' residency in Italy from July 13 to 28, 2015. In this program artists from different countries will paint, gain knowledge from masters by working side by side with them, exchange ideas and learn from each other.

Academia Luciana, M.D. Gallery and LarkGallery have pooled their forces to offer the Summer Academy 2015, a forum for artistic creativity amidst the majestic scenery of the medieval castle of Civitella in the region of Alto Lazio. Beside Art Lab activities academy participants will have time to rest, to rejuvenate their creativity and have a retreat from everyday life. Academia Luciana is planning a day trip to the nearby situated Roma, the valley of La Serpara and the Tarot Garden of Niki de Saint Phalle and Jean Tinguely.

The art studios are located in the renovated castle premises. You can enjoy authentic Italian country cuisine and the famous Alta Tuscia wines in the neighborhood cafes.

After the completion of the Art Lab we will conclude with an exhibition of the best artworks in Civitella. We are also planning a winter exhibition at the MD Gallery in Los Angeles. One art work created during the residency will be retained by the organizers for an exhibition at the museum of Civitella d'Agliano. The Art Lab participants will be selected in a competition juried by the Academic Council of Academia Luciana, led by its founder Honorary Professor Christian L. Hamsea.

Awards
All submitted, high-quality art work will be exhibited on the LarkGallery website.
First Prize: Free art materials and free accommodation at Art-Lab 2015. One year representation by LarkGallery.
Second Prize: 50% discount on art materials and accommodation at Art-Lab 2015. One year representation by LarkGallery.
10 honorary mentions will receive a special diploma from Academia Luciana upon completion of the Art-Lab residency.

The artists are responsible for all travel expenses, meals and the accommodation.
Estimated costs for the 15-day stay at the Academy is $395 (US). We are working on arranging a group fare for LAX departures. Please email us if you are planning to participate and have questions:
larkgalleryonline@gmail.com

Extended Deadline: May 20, 2015
For more info and submit, please visit our website:
http://larkgalleryonline.com