Networked: dialogue and exchange in the global art ecology
Triangle Network’s conference, Bloomberg, London.
This event celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Triangle Network, an international network aimed at facilitating dialogue and exchange between artists and production structures worldwide.
Over the past 30 years, the Triangle Network has collaborated with more than 4,200 artists and 70 organizations across 60 countries in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and Australia.
Networked brought together artists, curators, organizers, and renowned experts from around 40 countries to discuss the growing role of cultural networks in supporting artists and structures on a global scale. Speakers exchanged views on current issues and trends within the contemporary economic and social context.
The topics addressed during the conference included:
What cultural and ethical principles guide cultural networks today?
How can networks support artists and the production of new works?
What networking strategies are currently in use, and what new approaches can be developed based on shared experiences?
Why are cultural networks becoming increasingly important at local, national, and international levels?
Is fundraising a viable response for small organizations in today’s economic climate?
Does the collaborative model compromise the independence of artists and organizations?
What are the main threats and key challenges facing cultural networks?
Networked was hosted and sponsored by Bloomberg, with the support of Arts Collaboratory, Arts Council England, and the Prince Claus Fund. The media partner for the conference was The Art Newspaper.
