Festival des Jardins Métissés-Call for projects

Festival des Jardins Métissés 2025 will take place at Parc de Wesserling, a historic site in the Hautes-Vosges, France.

​The festival invites landscape designers, visual artists, and photographers to create ephemeral garden installations inspired by Charles Perrault's fairy tale "Puss in Boots."

Theme: "Puss in Boots" by Charles Perrault.

Categories

Photography: Focus on landscapes, playful animals, and imaginative castles.

​Plastic Installations: Artworks that contrast characters from the tale or surprise with their aesthetics.

​Landscape Projects: Gardens that immerse visitors in the whimsical world of "Puss in Boots."

​Participation

Open to professionals and amateurs.

​Submission deadline: December 20, 2024.

​Selected works will be exhibited from May 1 to October 12, 2025.

Submission Requirements

Photography: Up to 5 photos, high resolution, no logos or watermarks.

Plastic Installations and Landscape Projects: Detailed project proposals, including sketches, budget, and timeline.

Exhibition Details

Photos will be printed on synthetic velvet and displayed in shaded garden areas.

Installations must be durable and family-friendly.

Gardens should be interactive, educational, and align with the festival's theme.

​Budget and Support

Material costs covered up to €7000 for landscape projects. ​

Artists receive a €4000 fee for their work.

Accommodation provided during installation. ​

Communication

The festival will promote the event through various media channels.

​Artists' works will be featured in promotional materials and events.

​The festival aims to blend historical respect with innovation, offering a playful and educational experience for visitors.