How did this grant contribute to the realization of your project in regard to artistic exchange, local cultural development and/or the promotion of cultural diversity?

My trip was mainly to participate in the Instants Video festival. I met a diverse group of artists, art professionals and art organizations including the directors of Montgrand Gallery, Art-Cade gallery, Instants Video.

How does exchange, networking and international contacts contribute to the development of your artistic and cultural project?

Yes contacts and networks are very important for furthering the range and impact of artistic work and expanding its audience.

Can you elaborate on the learning and knowledge you have gained and shared throughout this experience?

Traveling has enabled me to see other forms of cultural production and organization. It has shown me various models of institutions, art programs, and audience building methods, as well as different technical standards and solutions. It has also allowed me to see how different contexts affect the reading, valuation and reception of work.

Please indicate a link to your current work (website/facebook page)

https://www.artsy.net/artist/maha-maamoun/works