The Ocean - AN UNDERWATER GUIDE FOR CHILDREN 

GADK Digital Arts Gallery Korça invites you on an unforgettable journey into the depths of the ocean with the new exhibition "The Ocean - An Underwater Guide for Children". This unique exhibition will bring the wonderful underwater world to life, using technology and art to create an educational and entertaining experience for all children. 

The GADK space will be transformed into an underwater wonderland, giving you the opportunity to explore the entire ocean ecosystem. The visuals and sounds will make you feel like you are swimming among colorful fish, stunning corals, and other wonderful sea creatures. It's not just an exhibition; it's an educational experience teaching you about marine ecosystems, biodiversity, and the importance of ocean conservation.


  • Opening Date: August 16, 2024
  • Time:  10:00 to  11:45
  • Location: GADK Digital Arts Gallery Korça

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Socialist Realism - Immersive Experience

“Socialist Realism - Immersive Experience” - A journey between two eras at the Digital Art Gallery Korçë! 
A unique exhibition where monumental works of Socialist Realism come to life through the power of contemporary digital optics, immersing you in a new reflection and interpretation of this period.
The figure of the worker, the force of collective construction, and the ideals of socialist society reappear with renewed energy, as we invite you to interact with the art and explore its messages through a different, inclusive, and multisensory approach.
A mesmerizing experience that transcends the ordinary!

This project is realized with the support of the Ministry of Economy, Innovation and Culture.



  • Opening Date: November 22, 2024
  • Time:  11:55 to  20:00
  • Location: GADK Digital Arts Gallery Korça

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Van Gogh - THE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

DATE: 22 March - 22 November, 2024


GADK is thrilled to announce the arrival of the most anticipated exhibition, "The Van Gogh Experience"! For the very first time in Albania, audiences will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the life and works of the legendary artist, Vincent Van Gogh.

This captivating exhibition offers a unique insight into Van Gogh's masterpieces, inviting visitors of all ages to delve deeper into the mind and soul of the visionary artist. Through immersive projections, evocative sounds, and vivid scenes from Vincent's life and art, attendees will embark on a journey that promises to enertain, educate, and inspire.

We are deeply honored to recognize the Dutch Embassy as a valued partner in bringing this event to fruition through their generous support and collaboration.

Additionally, we express our sincere gratitude to Immersive Multimedia Art, Albania's leading specialist in immersive technology, for their invaluable contribution to bringing this exhibition to life.

Join us for this unforgettable experience and discover the magic of Van Gogh's world! 


Albanian Iconography, The Great Masters - THE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

DATE: 23 December 2023 - 22 November 2024

Join us in the first gallery of immersive digital art in Korca and get ready to experience a breathtaking visual journey through centuries of Albanian iconography, where the vibrant and mesmerizing colors illuminate the artistic heritage.

 This digital exhibition brings to life masterpieces by renowned names such as Onufri and David Selenica, showcasing their exceptional work that characterizes Albanian religious and cultural art.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant storylines of these classic masterpieces, which transcend time and technology.

 


VAN GOGH PIANO CONCERT
DATE: 06 & 07 April / Time: 20:45


Step into the mesmerizing world of Vincent van Gogh like never before with our Van Gogh Piano Concert nights! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience where live piano melodies intertwine with the emotional depth of Van Gogh's masterpieces, all under an enchanting glow, promising an evening you'll never forget.

 


"LOVING VINCENT", THE MOVIE
DATE: 23 & 24 March / Time: 20:45


Step into the enchanting world of Vincent van Gogh with our special "Loving Vincent" movie night! Be captivated by the mesmerizing cinematic portrayal of the legendary artist's life, unveiling his journey and inner struggles. Dive deep into the heart of van Gogh's art, gaining a profound understanding and appreciation for his masterpieces. 

DUTCH POETRY NIGHT
DATE: 13 April / Time: 20:45


Indulge your senses in an enchanting journey at the Dutch Poetry Nights. Join us for an extraordinary evening where the magic of live poetry dances along side with captivating visuals from our exhibition, all set to a backdrop of soul-stirring music. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the most famous Dutch poems brought to life in a harmonious blend that promises to awaken your senses and invite profound contemplation.

Performative Exhibition #4 - Written Cave

DATE: 19 October - 7 November 2024

A collaboration between Tirana Art Lab and the Gallery of Digital Arts Korçë
Featuring: Enza Rripaj, Abi Shehu, Vasil Tole, Alexander Walmsley
Curated by: Adela Demetja and Fabio Toska
19.10-03.11.2024
Gallery of Digital Arts Korçë

"Performative Exhibition #4 - Written Cave" brings together the works of four contemporary artists from different disciplines and generations: Enza Rripaj, Abi Shehu, Vasil Tole, and Alexander Walmsley. At the core of the created art works, is the archaeological richness of the Korça and Devoll regions. During the prehistoric era, the entire area of Korça and Devoll experienced significant human life development, which is still reflected today in the numerous settlements in this geographical area. Part of this map are also two archaeological sites, which are indicative of our cultural heritage: the rock paintings in the Written Cave and the settlement in the cave of Tren across from Small Prepa Lake.
According to studies, the Tren cave has been used almost continuously as a settlement for 3 millennia, starting from the Neolithic era (7000-3000 BC) until the Early Middle Age (6th-7th centuries AD), while the rock painting of the Written Cave, which is located just a few hundred meters from the cave, dates back to the Bronze Age, around 3,500 years ago. The rock painting depicts a hunting scene, where people stand out riding horses, armed with spears and accompanied by dogs, who are together chasing a deer. Thanks to the content it carries, the painting is valued as a unique example of prehistoric art for the entire Balkan region. Furthermore, the natural landscape surrounding the archaeological sites is part of the Prespa National Park, home to a number of rare species and a diverse flora, providing a breathtaking panorama.
In August of this year, a group of artists and curators conducted a research phase in the Korça and Devoll area with the aim of creating new artistic works. The result of this engagement is Performative Exhibition #4 where virtual reality, video, music, photography, installation and text intersect. Drawing inspiration from archaeology and prehistory, as well as the reintroduction of their elements through the perspective of contemporary art, is a great opportunity for engaging with cultural heritage, especially that important part located in peripheral and not easily accessible spaces. 

In conceptual terms, Performative Exhibition #4 - Written Cave explores the relationship between the symbolism of the cave (habitat) and writing (sign) by reintroducing these archaic elements with new means. The exhibition explores the importance of language as an agency to transmit archaic forms of communication. The concept aligns with the theory of Swiss structuralist philosopher Ferdinand de Saussure (1857-1913), whose ideas in the field of semiology present a bilateral interpretation of signs as a communicative act that separates the signifier, which can be a word, an image, or a sound, and on the other hand, the signified, or in other words, the meaning conveyed. The written epithet (as in Written Cave) emerges as a form of communication in pre-alphabetic societies, where alphabetical writing was not known, but the message was transmitted through various signs and images, which transformed are displayed today after a long journey through time. Through the created works, the diachronic relationship between ancient and contemporary motives is explored, intertwining the symbolism of the cave as a habitat and a transition from light to darkness, from inside out, as well as marking as a communicative and transferable act. 

Performative Exhibition is a format created by Tirana Art Lab - Center for Contemporary Art with the intention to disclose exhibiting and to make public through performativity not only the process of artistic creation and curating, but also find ways to include in the exhibiting process and the means of production behind and beyond the event itself. The concept of “Performative Exhibition” aims to find new ways of exhibiting and curating which break with the temporary / unique features of the contemporary exhibition and propose enduring ways of working together.

This project is supported by the Ministry of Economy, Culture, and Innovation. The research phase and the travel of Alexander Walmsley was supported by Culture Moves Europe, a project funded by the European Union.