Nonsuch Foundation Redefines Art Through Creative Collaboration & Cultural Exchange

At Nonsuch Foundation, we redefine the experience of art by serving as a dynamic hub for community engagement, artistic collaboration, and fresh perspectives. Our inclusive spaces promote diverse voices and encourage artists to challenge assumptions, push boundaries, and contribute to the global art community. By facilitating the creation and exchange of artistic knowledge, we inspire both artists and audiences alike.

Our mission is to cultivate creativity, support artistic development, and bridge cultural divides. We provide platforms for dialogue between emerging and established artists from around the world, curate impactful art exhibitions, and broaden access to art both in person and online.

At Nonsuch Foundation, we are dedicated to uplifting contemporary artists, amplifying their voices, and fostering cultural and idea exchanges that encourage curiosity and collaboration. We believe art is a powerful agent for social change, connecting communities and deepening cultural understanding. Our foundation introduces art to new audiences and creates shared experiences that spark dialogue, ignite innovation, and cultivate a sense of belonging.

Through art workshops, residencies, and community-centered initiatives, we continually explore new ways to unite diverse groups and promote artistic expression, ensuring that art remains a catalyst for positive transformation on a global scale.

Cultured Sloth Conversations

Fueling Minds, Sparking Dialogues

The Many Faces of the Belt and Road Initiative

October 16, 2024

Join us in this episode as we unpack “Global Perspectives on China’s Belt and Road Initiative,” edited by Florian Schneider. Discover the fascinating interplay of voices and influences that shape this monumental project. We’ll explore how a diverse array of actors—ranging from grassroots organizations to...

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East Asia’s Radical Transformation After World War I

October 15, 2024

In this episode, we explore how the First World War transformed East Asia in ways that still resonate today. Based on Frank Jacob’s eye-opening book “East Asia and the First World War,” we’ll uncover Japan’s dramatic rise to power during the conflict and the social...

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Loyalty or Betrayal? Inside Assyria’s Culture of Spying

October 15, 2024

Curious about how ancient empires controlled their people? In this episode, we explore “Creating an Empire of Informers” by Poppy Tushingham, which takes us back to 672 BC when Assyrian King Esarhaddon imposed a shocking system of surveillance. Imagine an empire where everyone, from neighbors...

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Art as Resistance: The Political Pulse of Albania’s Contemporary Scene

October 14, 2024

In this episode, we explore “Broken Narrative: The Politics of Contemporary Art in Albania” by Marco Mazzi and Armando Lulaj, a thought-provoking look at how art and politics intertwine in Albania’s turbulent recent history. Through an in-depth interview with artist Armando Lulaj, we trace the...

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Whiskers and Words: Exploring Beards in German Texts

October 14, 2024

In this engaging episode, we delve into Sebastian Coxon’s “Beards and Texts,” which explores the significant role of beards in medieval German literature from the mid-twelfth to the early sixteenth centuries. Coxon reveals how beards symbolize masculinity and serve as important motifs in discussions of...

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Forgotten Voices: The Untold History of Europe’s ‘Barbarians’

October 13, 2024

Join us for an engaging episode as we explore “Barbarian Europe” by Karol Modzelewski, a fascinating examination of the profound yet often overlooked influence of early Germanic and Slavic societies on European culture. While the legacies of the Christian Church and classical antiquity are well-documented,...

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Echoes of the Past: Soldiers and the Environment

October 13, 2024

In this episode, we explore “Armies and Ecosystems in Premodern Europe” by Sander Govaerts, a thought-provoking examination of the intricate ties between military forces and their environments in historical Europe. Focusing on the Meuse Region, a significant battleground between France and Germany, Govaerts reveals how...

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Who Were They? The Many Faces of the Medieval Self

October 12, 2024

In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of medieval Western Scandinavia and how people understood their own identities between 800 and 1500. “Approaches to the Medieval Self,” edited by Stefka G. Eriksen, Karen Langsholt Holmqvist, and Bjørn Bandlien, uncovers intriguing insights from archaeology, art,...

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Mission

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Collection

Promoting and encouraging the creativity of contemporary artists around the world through curiosity, discovery, engagement, and dialogue.

What we do

Nonsuch Foundation aims to make contemporary art more accessible on a regional and international scale. We have various collections of artworks and strive to maintain a constant balance between artistic, idealist, political, practical, and financial considerations. 

 

We hope to organize cultural events, stimulating discussions, and lectures related to the promotion and access to art for all. Even though the collection is private, we feel that sharing it is the best way to maintain and grow it for generations to come. Learn more.

 

Our Foundation offers free art education through our blogs. In that way, we can help underprivileged people gain access to art education. Learn more here.

Reflections

Cultivating Creativity to Spark Change

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