Join us for an exciting conference organised by CVAN London and UCL PEARL, where we will explore innovative ways to view and curate art in different contexts.

This event will test ways to make art accessible and inclusive ways of making art exhibitions; transpose art to locations around the world, and leverage data for inclusive audience development.

Drawing on PEARL’s ability to control lighting, sound, smell and space, we will demonstrate how we can test an artwork under different curatorial conditions.

Hosted at UCL PEARL, this unique engineering facility allows us to simulate life-sized environments and study human interactions under controlled conditions.

Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your creative practice and curatorial ideas through scientific possibilities.

Takeaways:

• Understanding PEARL: Learn about the capabilities and research opportunities at PEARL, including multisensorial simulation and data collection.

• Sector Challenges: Gain insights into the key challenges faced by the visual arts network and how science can provide solutions.

• Expert Perspectives: Hear from leading professionals in the field of art, engineering and beyond.

• Multisensorial Curation: Discover how PEARL’s research can enhance the curation of art objects through lighting, sound, and smell design.

• Audience Development: Explore how sensory interaction with artworks and art spaces can be evaluated, develop audiences and improve visitor experience.

• Collaboration Opportunities: Learn about potential collaborations and research initiatives that can benefit both the arts and scientific communities.

Details: 25th September 20241pm – 4pm BST

UCL Pearl: Dagenham RM10 7FN 

Artists: there are a limited number of £100 bursaries for artists to attend this event.  These are to support participation for those who would otherwise not be able to attend and priority will be given to artists based in or from Barking & Dagenham, Brent or Newham. Please register your interest here.