We are a collective for artists by artists that shares knowledge and networks as our commons.
STATEMENT
&commons Network for Life and Art is a collective in which artists themselves share necessary knowledge and networks to continue their diverse artistic activities as a commons (a common property).
The artistic profession is a field that is not restricted by employment status, the type of work, or location. It is constantly changing as new ways of being and working emerge, so problems can be diverse. This makes it easy for artists to become isolated.
We will create opportunities to help people live as artists through making study groups, sharing sample collections of contractual documents and unspoken rules in the art industry, and connecting with experts whom you can turn to in times of need.
We also place great importance on continuing to learn and to think sincerely about our artistic activities, because everyone has the possibility to step on somebody else’s foot.
We will create a space where we can obtain professional knowledge and learn from each other about who to talk to and how to confront victims and people doing harm through discrimination and harassment.
&commons Network for Life and Art aims to enable artistic activities within the context of Japanese law and customs, but we also actively incorporate international collaboration and learning from other countries and regions.
PROJECTS
Current projects:
■ Translating Creative Intervention Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Stop Interpersonal Violence into Japanese
■ Making sample collection of contractual documents
■ Building partnerships with communities and individuals that support the art industry
■ Organizing study groups and events by artists for artists
COLLABORATE WITH US
We welcome anyone who agrees with our philosophy and is willing to cooperate with us.
■ Professionals who are interested in legal matters related to the art industry or its freelancers
■ Experts who have knowledge necessary for artists, including anti-harassment response
■ Those who are willing to provide the spaces/venues for holding workshops or roundtable discussions
■ Any others who are willing to support us in various ways
FOLLOW US
We are disseminating our up-to-date information through the following social media. Please follow us!
PARTNERSHIPS
Partner organizations and indeviduals:
Currently under construction
CONTACT US
and.commons@gmail.com
MEMBERS
Maaya Miki
Nami Gonda
Nao Motooka
Rina Matsudaira
Suisui
(In alphabetical order)
We, &commons, use and will use various services which are provided by companies for our social actions,
but this does NOT mean we support everything they do in the world.
We strongly protest every single war; suppression with or without armed force; words, action, or behavior which violate human rights; and any economic activities which support such violence.
(May 17th, 2024)