**Insights of an Eco Artist is excited to announce a special opportunity tailored to artists who are deeply passionate about the environment and committed to driving change through their artistic expression. We present "In Conversation," a series of interviews that will showcase your journey, artistry, and commitment to ecological causes.**

  
Selected artists will be interviewed by Joana Alarcão, the founder of Insights of an Eco Artist, who is not only an artist but also a curator with a deep commitment to promoting art as a means of effecting positive change.

These interviews aim to shine a light on your artistic career and delve into how your creative interventions play a vital role in raising ecological awareness and promoting change.

We eagerly anticipate your submissions and look forward to unveiling your remarkable journey and work in our "In Conversation" series.

  
**Submission Details:**

* Eligibility: This open call is open to artists of all backgrounds, working in various mediums and styles, as long as their work engages with ecological themes. Your art should reflect your dedication to ecological justice and sustainability.

  
* Global Participation: We invite artists from every corner of the world to submit their work.

  
* Returning Artists: If you have previously been featured or interviewed by us, you are welcome to submit new works.

  
**Submission Process:**

* Submission Fee: **FREE Submission for applicants**.

  
* Selection Fee: **A SELECTION FEE OF €50 IS APPLIED TO SELECTED ARTISTS ONLY**. This fee supports our efforts in creating your interview.

  
* Personalized Interview: Upon selection, you will receive a personal interview consisting of 10 thought-provoking questions.

  
* Featured Artworks: Your selected artworks will be prominently featured alongside the interview.

  
* Permanent Publication: Your interview and artwork will be permanently published on our digital platform. Please note that these interviews will not appear in our print magazine.

**More about the curator and founder:**

_Joana Alarcão is a transdisciplinary eco-artist, creative director, curator, and researcher based in Portugal, passionately dedicated to merging art with social and environmental justice._

  
_She earned her Master’s in Art and Ecology from the Burren College of Art in Ireland, along with a Bachelor’s in Sculpture from the Faculty of Fine Arts. Additionally, she has completed several independent courses in transdisciplinary curatorial studies and journalism for social change._

  
With a robust background in the arts and journalism, Joana has worked as an art writer for several magazines and NGOs before founding IOAEA, engaging with thousands of artists throughout her career.

This deep exploration of their creative journeys has enriched her insights into their processes and perspectives, informing her work as both a curator and artist.

  
_Currently, Joana serves as a Collaborating Researcher at CIEBA, an artistic research center affiliated with the Faculty of Fine Arts in Lisbon. Through her multifaceted practice, she actively advocates for the transformative power of art in addressing urgent cultural and ecological challenges._

  
Joana's work invites us to reconsider our relationship with the environment, culture, and community, fostering a dialogue that emphasizes sustainability and social equity.

Interview open call

_We are delighted to announce the open call for our Spring/Summer Online Residency Program, inviting eco, social, and political artists worldwide to participate in a six-week online program from_**April 7th till May 16th**

  
This **6-week online residency program** aims to create an atmosphere of collaboration and connection, where international eco artists can come together and grow their practice in the areas of sustainability and expand their art practice through feedback and mutual support.

  
Residency Theme:

This residency program is not just about artistic growth; it's about building networks and a community of artists through active dialogue, ideas exchange, and critical thinking. By joining this program, you'll be able to work on specific projects, connect with fellow artists, and work together to create a new stratosphere of creativity and inspiration.

  
In an effort to create a more intimate space for collaboration and growth, the program only accepts a range of 4 to 10 participants. This way we ensure all perspectives are heard and everyone has the opportunity to take part in discussions and collaboration.

  
Program Details:

* Residency Duration: Six weeks
* Time Frame: **April 7th till May 16th**

  
What We Offer:

* Full program for the entire residency
* Weekly 1/ 2 hours group meetings with fellow artists focused on your work- discussion and exchange, helping you to better conceptualise your art projects moderated by IOAEA team.
* Weekly individual curatorial support with curator Joana Alarcão via video call, to discuss work progress, dissemination etc.
* Weekly 1/ 2 hours lectures focusing on ecological art and artists, to help you frame your practice within the ecological international art community and gain new knowledge on how fellow artists are innovating and creating within this field.
* Becoming part of the international IOAEA community; getting access to our network space and exclusive opportunities.
* Diffusion and promotion
* Residency profile on IOAEA website
* Personal interview on the IOAEA website
* Exhibit your project in an immersive virtual group show in our online gallery at the end of the residency program

  
Program Commitment and Flexibility:

Participants are expected to commit to the program for the entire six-week duration. Although we understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise therefore if an artist is unable to attend some meetings we are flexible to find alternative arrangements or record sections.

  
Application Process:

The online program is open to emerging and mid-career visual artists, multidisciplinary artists, curators, and art researchers from all around the world whose works focus on ecological practices.

​The selection of candidates for the online residency is made by Joana Alarcão, the curator and founder of IOAEA. Candidates are chosen based on the quality of their work and their motivation to participate in this online residency.

  
Please write to us at insightsofayoungecoartist@gmail.com if you are interested.

Email us your bio, portfolio and artist statement, why you wish to participate in this Online Residency and if you need the scholarship opportunity.

Please email your material with the Subject: “RESIDENCY PROGRAM”

Fee:

Artists can send their **submissions for free** and selected artists will be informed via email about the next steps.

  
**Only selected artists** will incur a participation fee of €250 for our six-week program. 

  
While we are currently unable to offer personal funding, we are thrilled to provide a fully funded opportunity for one artist in each group, with priority given to emerging artists.

  
If you require a scholarship, please indicate this in your application; otherwise, we will not be able to consider you for the scholarship.

  
_Please note that this is an organisation built by artists for artists therefore our residency fee supports our efforts as an artist-run organization, independently built and maintained by working artists. This contribution enables us to continue offering free initiatives and scholarships for artists seeking opportunities to gain exposure, connect with peers, and advance their careers in the arts._

  