2019,

Datscha Radio

2019,

2012

Initiative

datscharadio.de

Nachtgärtnern II: Fragrances & Frequencies, 2019, Foto: Helen Thein

Gabi Schaffner, On Air. Die Datscha und das Radio, 2018, Foto: Gabi Schaffner

Wenn die Stadt verkauft ist, erübrigen sich alle weiteren Fragen.Wir denken, dass Kunst ein Bewusstsein und eine Identität schafft, aus denen überhaupt erst politisch gehandelt werden kann.To run a space is a form of appreciation of other artists, it is an outcome of friendship and mutual understanding; it is an indication of trust between all involved. To run a space means to take responsibility. To run a space is not only self-organization – money may not be vital to put up a show – but it is for sure necessary to animate a space and keep it alive. The prize comes due to hard and merited work, but maybe a grant would be more befitting than a prize? Maybe an iron scaffold holding up a structure in advance is better suited than a gold star for accomplishments? To run a space is a full time job. A group of artists who share their enthusiasm, interests, time, and skills would impart a project with a larger circulation of assignments between the makers. I am convinced that the longevity and success of a space relies on a horizontally organized (net) work.