LIMA (NL)

LIMA is a renowned Dutch platform and collective based in Amsterdam, specializing in the preservation, distribution, and production of media art. After emerging from the legacy of the iconic Montevideo/NL and Netherlands Media Art Institute, LIMA has built a unique reputation as both an advocate and innovator in the field of time-based art. Their extensive archive encompasses a significant collection of video, digital, and interactive artworks from the 1960s to the present, spanning pioneering pieces by Nam June Paik, Marina Abramović, and Bill Viola, to cutting-edge works by contemporary artists.

LIMA works at the intersection of art, technology, and heritage, frequently collaborating with artists, museums, festivals, and academic institutions on research, technological solutions, and public programming. Beyond safeguarding the past, LIMA is deeply invested in supporting artistic innovation, regularly commissioning new works and facilitating experimental media practices for emerging and established artists alike. With a commitment to accessibility, sustainability, and international exchange, LIMA stands as a vital force in the Netherlands’ and global media art ecosystem.