About the Event
THINK TANGER
Hicham Bouzid
Thursday, January 30
Reception at Welcome Center: 6:00 pm
Public lecture: 6:30 pm
Visiting Artist Lecture Series
Hicham Bouzid is a creative director, editor, and curator based in Tangier, Morocco. With over 13 years of experience collaborating with cultural institutions and foundations worldwide, his work delves into the intricate interplay of Morocco’s urban and social landscapes influenced by neoliberal policies over the past quarter-century.
In 2016, Hicham co-founded Think Tanger, an innovative cultural organization working at the intersection of contemporary art, design, participatory research, and urban fields. Under the umbrella of Think Tanger, he manages three spaces: Tanger Print Club (a printing studio), an art residency, and the Kiosk a new art venue recently inaugurated in his hometown. Alongside these endeavors, he has also started Makan, a yearly journal focusing on culture and space.
Bouzid’s expertise has led him to serve as a jury member for esteemed organizations such as the Arab Funds for Arts and Culture in Beirut and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. He has actively participated in fairs and seminars with renowned international institutions including Tamayo Museo in Mexico City, Mucem in Marseille, Les Ateliers Luma in Arles, Paris International in Paris, and Focal Point of Sharjah Art Foundation in Sharjah.
Currently serving as a mentor for the Building Beyond program of The Prince Claus Fund Netherlands and Stimerings funds and sitting on the boards of Le18 art space in Marrakech of “The Mothership,” an artist project led by Yto Barrada.
To see the list of visiting artists visit: 2024-25 Visiting Artist Lecture Series
Discounted parking available in Founder’s Court lot, $6 flat fee, credit card required.
Free and open to the public.
