Arty Party

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KLANKSPOOR
Klankspoor is a modular techno project created by a The Hague-based musician, Quinten de Jongh, who recently graduated from studying Pop Music at the Amsterdam University of the Arts (Conservatorium van Amsterdam). With a passion for live performance, Klankspoor brings together a unique blend of modular synthesis and live instrumentation to create a mesmerizing, immersive musical experience. Klankspoor's sound is a dynamic fusion of deep basslines, hypnotic rhythms, and repetitive yet evolving melodies, all woven together with intricate modular synthesis.

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YARO MILA 
Yaro Mila is avant-garde pop. Loud, rebellious, fierce and at the same time sugary sweet hyperpop music. Fusing together punk guitars with hammering beats and digital synths to escape together to an empowering pixelated new age land. In Yaro's musical candy store you can taste the unapologetic sweet flavours of Britney Spears, the sourness of mother Gaga's early work and Ashnikko's and Dorian Electra's dirty and confusing aftertaste. 

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GROOVE GOD, JAÏR DARNOUD
Jaïr Darnoud started as a DJ at the age of 9 and decided at 13 that production would become his true passion, and he would only return to the decks once he could create music himself. 11 years later, he has performed in almost every venue in the Netherlands with multiple acts, and he can now call himself a multidisciplinary electronic artist with a conservatory degree.

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KEELY WESTWOOD

Keely Westwood is a versatile multi media artist and creative director, known for her unique and experimental work. She studied electronic music at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. Inspired by musicians such as Thom Yorke, PJ Harvey and Kate Bush, her music style is eclectic, combining electronic and orchestral music with haunting vocals and a cinematic, melancholic feel. Alongside her music studies, she taught herself how to make films and visualisers, and soon started collaborating with other artists to create multi-media works that went beyond traditional boundaries.

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SKINC

SKINC is a group of four rappers/producers who tossed all electronic styles into a blender, resulting in a highly remarkable smoothie. Winning the Nobel Award in 2022 was a first significant step in the right direction for the guys. With their 2nd EP 'In Het Rood' (In The Red), they challenged themselves to turn up the energy even more. By uniquely tapping into their own experiences within student life, SKINC creates a musical realm that resonates with the majority of the youth.

▷ TALKS

RIETVELD MULCH
Rietveld Mulch is a pilot program of The Rietveld Society that focuses on life after graduation. We aim to communally explore and share tools of support for developing artistic practices for and with alums. In this talk Rietveld Mulch and moderator Luuk Heezen will explore the does and don’ts with alumni from Rietveld. Everyone who recently graduated in the arts is welcome to get some practical tips, share thoughts and needs and help each other out! Stay tuned for the complete line up and time table.

"In a garden, mulch is used as a layer of material to cover, protect and feed the soil. For us Mulch stands for the many interconnected layers that support the development of an art and design practice. While each Mulch is unique, we aim to collectively explore and uncover these foundations to inspire and support new graduates on this journey.

Moderator: Luuk Heezen 

Speakers: Mayis Rukel, senakirfa A., Mica Pan

▷ TALKS

MISTER MOTLEY / DE BRAKKE GROND - KAN NIET BESTAAT NIET

In the past six months, de Brakke Grond and Mister Motley have made the podcast Kan niet bestaat niet ('Can't doesn't exist') about works of art that do not exist. Maurits de Bruijn and Lieneke Hulshof interviewed twenty Dutch and Flemish artists about works of art that were never made, and the ideas and dreams that preceded those plans. As a result, the conversations also turned to the meaning of success and failure. In this conversation, Lieneke Hulshof talks to two artists from the podcast series. Through these discussions, they share insights into their struggles, often humorous failures, and dreams that turned out to be too ambitious.

Moderator: Lieneke Hulshof

Speakers: Brahim Tall, Danielle van Ark

▷ SPEED DATES

Arty Party wouldn't be complete without organizing our captivating speed dates with some of the finest experts in the arts. You are more than welcome to join us and bring your portfolio to the table, where you can receive valuable feedback on your work. The speed dates are open to everyone, whether you are self-taught, still studying, or have already graduated. The only requirement is to secure a ticket to Arty Party, so make sure to grab yours now! Please note that the speed dates operate on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to arrive on time. The full timetable will be announced soon.

We are pleased to announce the following experts will be participating in the speed dates:

• Willemijn van der Zwaan - Fotomuseum Den Haag
• Lisanne van Happen - FOTODOK
• Jacquill G. Basdew  - Young Stedelijk
• Lih-Lan Wong - Mo Man's Art Gallery
• Ellis Kat - Nieuw Dakota
• Nina Hama - Hama Gallery
• Madelon van Schie - Rozenstraat
• Annemarijn Bulsink - SALWA
• Bebe Blanco Agterberg - De Correspondent
• Zalán Szacáks - Independent artist
   

▷ MEET & GREETS

We're excited to announce that we'll be organizing meet & greets with inspirational cultural organisations at Arty Party! 

Als an artist, it's important to ensure a sustainable livelihood in the future. There are various approaches to organizing and achieving this. For instance, seeking funding, setting up a crowdfunding campaign, mastering the intricacies of image rights, or even considering supplementary employment can all be viable options.

Assuming you already possess a foundation of knowledge in this area, gained during your education, it remains valuable to receive tailored advice and connect with the individuals behind these support systems. Engaging in dialogue, asking questions, and seeking personalized guidance can be tremendously advantageous. Remember, every conversation holds value, so feel at ease – no question is too unconventional, and every topic holds relevance! This is your opportunity to meet these professional organisations in an informal setting and ask them anything that crosses your mind. 

We are pleased to announce the following organisations will be participating in the meet & greets:

• AFK
• DuPho en SO Award
• Cultuur+Ondernemen
• Dutch Culture
• Pictoright
• Mondriaan Fonds
• Voor de Kunst
• Kees de Boekhouder