Creative Connections Norway

Welcome art lovers and changemakers to Creative Connections Norway (CCN)! We’re spreading good vibes and unlocking your inner artist!

Creative Connections Norway (CCN) is established in 2018 within the CIDERHUSET, an apple farm and cidery located in the peaceful landscapes of Balestrand. It is founded by Tuba Ardic and Gard Eitungjerde Høyvik, who are national trainers for the Erasmus+ program in Norway. With extensive experience in international projects, the founders have brought their expertise to the art village Balestrand.

Alongside their involvement in the gastronomy and tourism sectors, the founders are passionate about fostering artistic projects and cultural exchange.

To ensure a long-lasting impact, they established CCN as a non-governmental organization (NGO) to spearhead a variety of initiatives and forge strategic partnerships aimed at cultivating creativity and fostering cross-cultural dialogue.

At the heart of CCN’s mission lies its unique approach known as ’’ARTicipation’’ which harnesses the power of artistic expression to promote inclusion and active participation. Through ‘‘ARTicipation’’ CCN aims to create an environment where individuals from diverse backgrounds can engage with art as a means of self-expression and social connection.

A recent milestone in CCN’s journey is the establishment of the Balestrand Art Factory. Set to open its doors soon, this dedicated space for artistic expression and creativity will serve as a hub for various artistic workshops, events, and artist residencies. It is located just 1,5 kilometres away from Ciderhuset farm and has stunning panoramic view over the Sognefjord.

With the vision of becoming a significant contributor to the region’s creative landscape, Balestrand Art Factory embodies CCN’s commitment to enriching cultural experiences and empowering individuals of all ages and backgrounds through art. We use various types of Erasmus+ projects (KA1-KA2-KA3) and implement local activities. We collaborate with international, national, and local institutions. If you want to join our training courses and activities or if you want to implement a project in Balestrand, please contact us.

You can apply directly from our webpage or send us an email.

We hope we can make our world more colourful with you.