Atelier Portakallık: Solidarity and Sustainability for Art
January - December 2026
MUĞLA
Atelier Portakallık’s mission is to re-establish the increasingly fragile connection with nature in major cities, and to facilitate a continuous flow of knowledge and experience by drawing inspiration from nature. In line with this, Atelier Portakallık’s core principles are to use reclaimed materials and furniture when transforming the space, to support the village economy by sourcing our needs from local producers, and to prioritise ecological sensitivity at every stage. The workshop established in Portakallık Village is a space where both artistic production and communal life thrive. One of the key factors enabling the activities carried out so far—and ensuring participants can commit the necessary time to the workshops—is the provision of meals throughout the process. Producing as a group in a small village in Muğla is very different from a city environment and requires significant planning and equipment. There is a need for a permanent kitchen and preparation area to ensure the continuity of activities at the workshop; this grant support will enable the creation of such a space, allowing activities to continue.
