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Digital art is an artistic work or practice that uses digital technology as an essential part of the creative or presentation process. Since the 1970s, various names have been used to describe the process including computer art and multimedia art, and digital art is itself placed under the larger umbrella term new media art.

After some initial resistance, the impact of digital technology has transformed activities such as painting, drawing, sculpture and music/sound art, while new forms, such as net art, digital installation art, and virtual reality, have become recognized artistic practices. More generally the term digital artist is used to describe an artist who makes use of digital technologies in the production of art. In an expanded sense, “digital art” is a term applied to contemporary art that uses the methods of mass production or digital media.

  • Žilina shines with New Year’s light

    Žilina shines with New Year’s light

    We are pleased to announce that our civic association TRAKT, in cooperation with the city of Žilina, is preparing a unique New Year’s Eve experience. We will decorate beautiful Žilina with an enchanting light show – video mapping, which will come to life on the facade of the Church of the Conversion of St. Paul on Marian Square. We want the New Year’s Eve night in Žilina to be unforgettable. Videomapping is a modern and visually impressive way to celebrate the arrival of the New Year and create an atmosphere of joy and anticipation. We have prepared a stunning visual spectacle that will transport you into a world of fantasy. You will witness a unique symbiosis of art, technology and architecture.

    When and where?

    When: New Year’s Eve, 31 December 2024, we start a few seconds before midnight

    Where: Marian Square, Žilina (on the facade of the Church of the Conversion of St. Paul)

  • Park camp 10

    Park camp 10

    International visual arts workshop and accompanying exhibition RE_THINK

    Opening of the exhibition RE_THINK: 23 August 2024 /Friday/ at 7 p.m.

    Venue.

    Curator of the exhibition. Jozef Suchoža, ArtD.

    Miroslav Nicz (SK), Viktor Fuček (SK), Marek Galbavý (SK), Ivana Sláviková (SK), Peter Valiska Timečko (SK), Jozef Suchoža (SK), Vladimír Kovařík (CZ), Csaba Fürjesi (AT, HU), Eszter Palik (HU), Szabina Péter (HU), Kristóf János Bodnár (HU), Olívia Zséger (HU)

    Opening of PARK CAMP: 23.8.2024 /Friday/ at 20.00.

    Programme:

    – Guided tour of visual interventions in the City Park with curator M. Nicz (meeting at 20:00 in front of Koniarnia)

    – MAPPING to the ruins of Parič Castle: 21:00, 21:30, 22:00 – Lukáš Matejka and TRAKT o.z.

    23:59 – End of the event and deinstallation of works in the park exterior

    Authors of interventions in the park:

    Lukáš Matejka, Ľubomír Slovinský, Alex Hrehová, Jakub Mlynarčík, Kristína Kerekešová, Lucia Hudecová, Sandra Cseresznyésová, Petra Macková, Dominika Leckešová, Viktória Hrnková, Jakub Podhora, Tomáš Brichta, Viktor Fuček

    Curator.Miroslav Nicz, akad. Miroslav Nicz.

    Lecturers. Mgr. Miroslav Nicz, akad.

  • Beast Porto 2024

    Beast Porto 2024

    Porto, Portugal, recently hosted another edition of the Beast Film Festival, which once again attracted a great deal of interest from visitors and cinema professionals. TRAKT, an organisation that has a traditional place at the event, was also present at the festival. Štefan Oliš, presented some of the interactive installations created by the TRAKT team, as well as works from his own work. TRAKT has long been involved in cultural and artistic activities, and its participation in the Beast Festival has become a stable part of the accompanying programs. As a partner of the festival, TRAKT not only enriches its content, but also promotes creativity and innovation in the field of audiovisual arts. In this way, TRAKT participates in shaping the entire event. The Beast Festival thus provides a platform not only for film work, but also for various forms of interactive art, which strengthens its multidisciplinary character and encourages collaboration between artists of different disciplines.

  • International Roma Day in Prague 2024

    International Roma Day in Prague 2024

    The big celebration of the International Roma Day in Prague 2024 brings an inspiring theme: the Romaissance – the renaissance of the Roma. Romaissance represents a new era for the Roma community and highlights the courage and strength of Roma to overcome obstacles and thrive in the modern world.

    ARA ART prepared the 10th edition and within it programs that included artistic performances, discussions on Roma culture and identity, educational workshops and much more.

    During the gala program at ARCHA+, (Na Poříčí 26, Prague 1) artists such as: Antonín Gondolán, Vanesa Horáková, Tomáš Botló, Anička Oláhová, Marsell Bendig, Gitana, Bikarová sisters, Igor Kmet’o Jr., Kale, Petra Gelbart, Matiová sisters, Marta Balážová, Tessie, Janko (Duo Band Kladno), Oto Bunda, Natálie Kuchárová, Michal Žolták, Nicolas Čonka, Live Band of Milan Kroka. Moderated by Jarmila Balážová and Tomáš Bystrý. Projections by Lukáš Matejka (TRAKT).

  • Celebration of the 695th anniversary of the town of Kremnica

    Celebration of the 695th anniversary of the town of Kremnica

    On 16 November 2023, together with the City of Kremnica, we celebrated a historical milestone – the 695th anniversary of the granting of city privileges. The Kremnica Acropolis and Stefanik Square witnessed a unique event that brought the community together and celebrated the rich history of this beautiful city. An early evening parade started in front of the Acropolis, heading towards the town hall, and brought a wonderful experience full of light, colour and joy.

    At the end, we met at the Municipal Office, where a varied programme awaited us. The Fokoš mining choir brought us an unforgettable musical experience, along with speeches, video-mapping on the Municipal Office building and folk music by the Majer family. Together we created a memorable moment in the history of Kremnica. Thank you for your participation and we look forward to more celebrations together!

  • Celebration of the 30th anniversary of DK Zrkadlový háj

    Celebration of the 30th anniversary of DK Zrkadlový háj

    The House of Culture Zrkadlový háj celebrates its 30th birthday. On this occasion, they have prepared a selection of events for their audiences, which will be realized during the whole season. They cordially invite you to the celebrations, which will be realized through three representative events.

    The first of them will be the opening of the Culture House Petržalka. The day-long programme will take place on 16 September in the square in front of the entrance to the building. The celebratory event is seen as a gift for spectators and supporters on the occasion of the opening of the 30th season and also as the end of the summer. Admission to the event will therefore be free.

    The program is designed for the general public. The small audience will be delighted by the folklore group Hájenka with their theatrical performance Don Šajn and Šašo Ľuboš with his performance, which will be followed by the contemporary circus Cirkus Cirkus with an acrobatic show created directly for the House of Culture. Since the guys from Malalata make nice parties, they cannot miss the 30th anniversary celebrations. The artistic group TRAKT is preparing a spectacular ending in the form of Videommapping on the building of the Mirror Grove – an audiovisual show projected on the building.

  • Interactive exhibition at Strečno Castle

    Interactive exhibition at Strečno Castle

    On Monday, 3 July 2023, the Považské Museum inaugurated a part of the interactive exhibition at Strečno Castle. The new exposition, in which TRAKT, among others, participated, is divided into two parts. The first is dedicated to the owners and administrators of the castle, the second is focused on the military history of the castle. “Right at the beginning, visitors will be greeted by an important personality connected with Strečno Castle – Žofia Bosniaková, who will tell about the life and fate of the castle owners, its administrators and personalities connected with life at Strečno Castle from its very beginnings through a video story. The atmosphere will be accentuated by a moving large-screen projection, which will complement the narrated story. Both young and old visitors will be entertained by the shadow play, where the main role will be played by soldiers. Fun will also be provided at the selfie wall, where they can enjoy, for example, a costume mirror. For those who want to learn more, there is an info kiosk with a touchscreen encyclopaedia in the exhibition, with more detailed information about the history of the castle, the owners and administrators of the castle and military history,” explained the co-author of the script Mgr. Andrea Slaná, PhD. Part of the new exhibition is accessible to visitors as part of the guided tour. Strečno Castle is open every day from 9.00 to 18.00 with the last entrance at 17.00.

  • Executioner Matej

    Executioner Matej

    The continuation of Tales from Trenčín brought visitors the story of the last Trenčín executioner Matej. An extraordinary open-air show, full of spectacular light displays and unique acrobatic performances. The story took place in the centre of Trenčín, right on the Peace Square. The spectators could see the show on 30 June 2023 or 1 July 2023 from 9.30 pm, starting at the Elizabeth Hotel. Oskar Tadlánek from the Normani fencing group played the main role of the executioner Matej. The author of the story and director of the night show is Vlado Kulíšek. Projections and video mapping were created by TRAKT.

  • The Night of Museums and Galleries 2023

    The Night of Museums and Galleries 2023

    The Night of Museums and Galleries is a pan-European event held under the patronage of the Council of Europe with the aim of presenting cultural heritage and the importance of its preservation and protection in cultural exchange, dissemination of information about the cultural diversity of individual countries and regions of Europe, informal education and recreation.

    The activities of museums during the Night of Museums and Galleries are oriented towards activities that remain hidden from the public throughout the year. At that time, museums open their “hidden” chambers to the public and reveal secrets hidden from public view. In this way, the public can penetrate the secrets of the ‘museum kitchen’. ‘Unlocking the secrets’ also helps the public, through the knowledge and information thus gained, to better understand the importance of museums in preserving part of the cultural and natural heritage preserved in museums.

    As part of the Night of Museums and Galleries event in Trencin, TRAKT will present a pair of art projects in the Atrium under the Tower and in the City Tower on 13 May.

    CITY TOWER
    9.00 – 23.00 LIGHT HARF | Interactive game full of light beams. Become a player and try what it is like to play on the lights.
    With your movements and touches you create beautiful light curtains and melodies. This game immerses you in a world of light and music.

    ATRIUM UNDER THE TOWER
    21.00 – 23.00 LIGHT GRAFFITI | Do you want to become part of street art and leave your digital legacy? Put your light graffiti on the façade of the Atrium. Just press the spray nozzle and you can start creating huge works of art. What’s more, you don’t have to worry about damaging the history of the façade because it’s a digital projection.

  • Earth tour in Spain

    Earth tour in Spain

    After the successful creation and presentation of the interdisciplinary work “Earth: from traditional art to new media”, the authors Ivana Mer, Mária Júdová, Nina Marinová and Bára Zmeková are carrying out an international mobility in Spain. The authors will focus on crossing the boundaries between visual art, new technologies, music and traditional art.

    The aim of the project is to offer creators the opportunity to be inspired, to confront other creative industries and to make meaningful connections with professionals across sectors. Strengthening existing relationships and creating new ones is important.

    27.11.2022 Getxo, Utopian Getxo
    30.11.2022 Barcelona, Soda Acústic
    01.12.2022 Mojacar, Fundación Valparaíso

    Presentations supported by public funding from the Fund for the Promotion of the Arts. Thank you.