OPEN CALL
“ULTRA”
Con/temporary art by Arteaporté

UNA MOSTRA ULTRA-CONTEMPORANEA

ULTRA è una mostra collettiva che esplora il presente più spinto dell’arte, attraverso lo sguardo di una nuova generazione di artisti e curatori. Promossa da Arteaporté, e inserita nel programma ufficiale di Diffusissima – il fuorisalone dell’art week torinese –, la mostra si pone come una delle tappe più stimolanti e innovative del panorama culturale cittadino.

“ULTRA” è un’indagine sul linguaggio visivo dei nostri giorni: l’arte ultra-contemporanea come lente per comprendere (o mettere in discussione) i meccanismi estetici, sociali e tecnologici che plasmano il nostro presente. Un’arte giovane, coraggiosa, che non ha paura di superare le definizioni convenzionali, e che spesso vive ai margini dei circuiti ufficiali, per poi riconfigurarli.

All’interno dell’affascinante Palazzo Provana di Collegno, l’arte invade lo spazio storico per sovvertirne l’atmosfera e costruire nuovi immaginari.

COSA CERCHIAMO

Cerchiamo artisti visivi under 40 e giovani curatori pronti a mettersi in gioco con opere e progetti che parlano il linguaggio dell’ultra-contemporaneo.

✔️ Installazioni
✔️ Videoarte
✔️ Digital art / AI art
✔️ Performance
✔️ Pittura, fotografia, sound art
✔️ Scultura, arte relazionale e pratiche ibride

La call è aperta a singoli artisti o curatori, ma anche a progetti collaborativi. I curatori selezionati potranno affiancare artisti o proporre visioni critiche e concettuali per la costruzione della mostra.

OBIETTIVI DEL PROGETTO

  • Dare visibilità a nuove voci artistiche
  • Promuovere il dialogo tra artisti e curatori emergenti
  • Mappare le tendenze attuali dell’arte contemporanea
  • Stimolare pratiche curatoriali innovative

LA LOCATION

Palazzo Provana di Collegno, uno degli edifici storici più affascinanti di Torino, sarà lo scenario di “ULTRA”: un contrasto significativo tra la classicità architettonica e le pratiche artistiche più audaci del presente. Lo spazio espositivo di via Santa Teresa 20, situato nel cuore della città, ospiterà le opere selezionate e sarà parte del circuito ufficiale della Art Week torinese.

SELEZIONE

La selezione sarà curata da una commissione composta da professionisti del settore. I criteri principali saranno:

  • Originalità e forza del progetto
  • Coerenza con il concept ULTRA
  • Qualità estetica e potenziale evolutivo
  • Capacità di dialogare con lo spazio e la città

COME CANDIDARSI

Invia il tuo materiale entro il 7 settembre 2025 al form che segue non dimenticando:

  • Portfolio (PDF, max 10 MB)
  • Statement e breve biografia
  • Descrizione dell’opera proposta (max 500 parole)
  • Eventuali link a video/siti

COSA OFFRIAMO

  • Esposizione durante la Torino Art Week
  • Supporto curatoriale e tecnico
  • Promozione su canali ufficiali e media partner
  • Networking con galleristi, curatori e collezionisti
  • Pubblicazione digitale del catalogo mostra

FEE DI PARTECIPAZIONE

  • 2 opere (formato massimo 70×100 cm): 150€
  • Mezza parete (dimensioni circa 4×3 m): 300€
  • Parete intera (dimensioni circa 8×3 m): 500€
  • Stanza dedicata: 1000€

Il pagamento verrà richiesto solo dopo la conferma di selezione.

AN ULTRA-CONTEMPORARY ART EXHIBITION

ULTRA is a group exhibition that explores the most cutting-edge side of contemporary art, through the lens of a new generation of artists and curators.
Promoted by Artàporter, and part of the official program of Diffusissima – the off-salon of Turin Art Week – the exhibition aims to be one of the most stimulating and innovative events on the city’s cultural scene.

“ULTRA” is an investigation into the visual language of our time: ultra-contemporary art as a lens to understand (or question) the aesthetic, social, and technological mechanisms that shape our present.
This is bold, young art, unafraid to break conventional definitions — often living on the margins of official circuits, only to reconfigure them.

Inside the fascinating Palazzo Provana di Collegno, art will invade the historical space, overturning its atmosphere to construct new imaginaries.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re looking for visual artists under 40 and young curators ready to take on the challenge with works and projects that speak the language of the ultra-contemporary.

✔️ Installations
✔️ Video art
✔️ Digital art / AI art
✔️ Performance
✔️ Painting, photography, sound art
✔️ Sculpture, relational art, hybrid practices

The call is open to individual artists or curators, as well as collaborative projects.
Selected curators may work alongside artists or contribute with critical and conceptual visions to shape the exhibition.

PROJECT OBJECTIVES

  • Give visibility to new artistic voices
  • Promote dialogue between emerging artists and curators
  • Map the current trends of contemporary art
  • Encourage innovative curatorial practices

THE LOCATION

Palazzo Provana di Collegno, one of the most fascinating historic buildings in Turin, will be the stage for “ULTRA”: a striking contrast between classical architecture and the most daring artistic practices of the present.
The exhibition space, located in via Santa Teresa 20, in the heart of the city, will host the selected works and will be part of the official Turin Art Week circuit.

SELECTION CRITERIA

The selection will be made by a committee of professionals from the art world. Main criteria include:

  • Originality and strength of the project
  • Consistency with the ULTRA concept
  • Aesthetic quality and potential for development
  • Ability to interact with the space and the urban context

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your materials via the form below by September 7, 2025, including:

  • Portfolio (PDF, max 10 MB)
  • Statement and short bio
  • Description of the proposed work (max 500 words)
  • Any relevant links (videos/websites)

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Participation in a group exhibition during Turin Art Week
  • Curatorial and technical support
  • Promotion through official channels and media partners
  • Networking with gallerists, curators, and collectors
  • Digital publication of the exhibition catalog

PARTICIPATION FEE

  • 2 artworks (maximum size 70×100 cm): €150
  • Half wall (approx. 4×3 m): €300
  • Full wall (approx. 8×3 m): €500
  • Dedicated room: €1000

Payment will only be requested after confirmation of selection.

ULTRA è più di una mostra: è un esperimento curatoriale, uno spazio di libertà, una chiamata alla creazione.
Se senti di avere qualcosa da dire, è il momento giusto per farlo.
Candidati ora.
ULTRA is more than an exhibition: it’s a curatorial experiment, a space of freedom, a call to creation.
If you feel you have something to say, this is the right time to speak up.
Apply now.

    Step 1
    Let's get to know each other!

    NAME*

    SURNAME*

    EMAIL*

    TELEPHONE*

    CITY*

    PROVINCE*

    ADDRESS*

    TAX CODE*

    VAT NUMBER (optional)

    COMPANY NAME (optional)


    Step 2
    Let's truck you artist profile
    If you are an artist and have multiple names, fill in the form with the name and the works belonging only to the name indicated. You can enter a new name with the link that will be sent automatically by email.

    COLLECTIVE NAME*
    (Enter the name of each component)

    MEMBERS OF COLLECTIVE (Enter the number of collective members.)

    PHOTOS OF THE ARTIST OR THE COLLECTIVE* (max 3MB)
    (This project is meant to enhance you and make you known! Upload a photo where you are well.)

    ARTIST BIO*

    Web site and/or Facebook, Instagram Profiles.
    Insert the link of the web pages, the full name or the tag (@example) of the social profiles with
    WEB SITE
    FACEBOOK
    INSTAGRAM
    CARICAMENTO PORTFOLIO* (max 5MB)
    (Carica il tuo portfolio in formato PDF o File Word.)

    Step 3
    WHERE WOULD YOU LIKE TO EXHIBIT?*

    FIRST ARTWORK

    TITLE OF WORK*
    (Name the work title file)

    TECHNIQUE*
    (Describe the technique used to make the work.)

    YEAR OF CREATION*
    (e.g. 2020)

    DIMENSIONS WITHOUT FRAME*
    (e.g. 70cm x 30cm)

    DIMENSION WITH FRAME*
    (e.g. 80cm x 40cm)

    PRICE*
    (How much do you want to earn from your work? You will receive 100% of the fixed price.)

    DIGITAL IMAGE OF THE ARTWORK* (max 4MB)
    Insert an image showing the work clearly and visibly (max 4MB per work).


    *Rename the photo with the name of the work

    DEFINE THE STYLE OF YOUR WORK*

    DEFINE THE CATEGORY FOR YOUR WORK*

    DEFINE THE TECHNIQUE OF YOUR WORK*
    You can select multiple techniques together

    DESCRIPTION OF ARTWORK

    Note: You can submit a maximum of 3 works per artist
    Do you want to insert another work?

    SECOND ARTWORK

    TITLE OF WORK*
    (Name the work title file)

    TECHNIQUE*
    (Describe the technique used to make the work.)

    YEAR OF CREATION*
    (e.g. 2020)

    DIMENSIONS WITHOUT FRAME*
    (e.g. 70cm x 30cm)

    DIMENSIONE CON CORNICE*
    (esempio: 80cm x 40cm)

    PRICE*
    (How much do you want to earn from your work? You will receive 100% of the fixed price.)

    DIGITAL IMAGE OF THE ARTWORK* (max 4MB)
    Insert an image showing the work clearly and visibly (max 4MB per work).


    *Rename the photo with the name of the work

    DEFINE THE STYLE OF YOUR WORK*

    DEFINE THE CATEGORY FOR YOUR WORK*

    DEFINE THE TECHNIQUE OF YOUR WORK*
    You can select multiple techniques together

    DESCRIPTION OF ARTWORK

    Note: You can submit a maximum of 3 works per artist
    Do you want to insert another work?

    THIRD ARTWORKS

    TITLE OF WORK*
    (Name the work title file)

    TECHNIQUE*
    (Describe the technique used to make the work.)

    YEAR OF CREATION*
    (e.g. 2020)

    DIMENSIONS WITHOUT FRAME*
    (e.g. 70cm x 30cm)

    DIMENSION WITH FRAME*
    (e.g. 80cm x 40cm)

    PRICE*
    (How much do you want to earn from your work? You will receive 100% of the fixed price.)

    DIGITAL IMAGE OF THE ARTWORK* (max 4MB)
    Insert an image showing the work clearly and visibly (max 4MB per work).


    *Rename the photo with the name of the work

    DEFINE THE STYLE OF YOUR WORK*

    DEFINE THE CATEGORY FOR YOUR WORK*

    DEFINE THE TECHNIQUE OF YOUR WORK*
    You can select multiple techniques together

    DESCRIPTION OF ARTWORK

    Note: You can submit a maximum of 3 works per artist

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