BLIK BLIK – Open Call 2026
overview
The City of Pilsen, as a former European Capital of Culture, is taking care of local talents and, as a result, organizing the 4th edition of the School of Videomapping within the BLIK BLIK Festival of Light and Art in public space in Pilsen, CZ.
School of Videomapping is a development program within the BLIK BLIK Festival, dedicated to supporting and nurturing local creative talent. Guided by Italian artist and lecturer Luca Pulvirenti (mammasONica), participants acquire the skills and methodologies required to conceive and produce video mapping projects.
This year, the fourth edition unfolds on the façade of the DEPO2015 complex, where animated projections and DJ performances, will activate the courtyard, transforming it into a dynamic creative arena over three evenings.
how to apply
Submit the following documents in English
DEADLINE – FEBRUARY 23th
• RESUME (maximum two pages)
• MOTIVATION LETTER (maximum of 500 words)
• PORTFOLIO (showreel and web portfolio are accepted; please submit a link to the online version).
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
• Only send one PDF file (max 10 MB).
• Name the file “BlikBlik/SOV_name of the participant.”
ABOUT
Explore various set-up and techniques.
Practice on several software/hardware solution.
Develop relations between light, objects, spaces.
The course is designed for both beginners and professionals. It showcases new possibilities towards the application of projection technologies in architecture, design, installation, visual arts, theatre, and multimedia environments.
The training program consists of online introductions and onsite modules that cover theoretical studies and workshop practice. This format allows for innovative learning methods and creates virtual workspaces for collaboration.
THE THEME
The School of Videomapping is a training program for creators from different areas, organized by BLIK BLIK festival under the DEPO2015 Creative Zone umbrella, focused on supporting local creative talent.
During the event, each student will have the opportunity to present their unique approach, presenting their final work on the facade of DEPO2015 between 19 and 21 MARCH 2026.
The winner of the contest will receive prize money and software prizes from our sponsors.