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Art competition Prinzenstraße Hanover
As part of the climate-friendly redesign of Prinzenstrasse as part of the cultural triangle between Thielenplatz and Schiffgraben, a competition for art on buildings is being held. Artists can now apply to take part in the competition with three reference projects at https://ovf.wettbewerbe-aktuell.de/de/wettbewerb-50212 Up to eight participants will be selected from the applications received. A […]
Open Call: Evolving – Exhibition at Kunstquartier Bethanien (Attention with fee)
Open call for artists residing in Berlin or Germany to participate in “Evolving” by MONSTER Exhibition: – Berlin meets Tokyo – Exhibition of contemporary art in the historic Kunstquartier Bethanien in Berlin – April 2026. MONSTER Exhibition is an international art project that began in 2013 and was originally inspired by the devastating effects of […]
We can do art: START of the 2nd call for proposals 2025 & digital information events
The second and final tender for 2025 has been launched. Cultural education projects in the field of visual arts can be submitted from now until September 30, 2025. The earliest possible start date is from 12.01.2026, a project start is possible from 16.02.2026 at the earliest. Of course, projects can also start later. The tender […]
Call for artists: GEMISCHTE PLATTE
We are looking for artistic perspectives on prefabricated buildings and everything that takes place in and around them. For a long weekend of culture, information and music from September 26 to 28, 2025, an uninhabited prefabricated apartment block from the 1970s will be available in Altenburg. A group exhibition will bring together artistic works that […]
Residency grant from the City of Duisburg and IG Duisburger Künstler
One year of art, one year of Duisburg: the city is awarding the popular residency scholarship for the eighth time together with the Duisburg Artists’ Interest Group from January 2026 What does the scholarship cover? Who can apply? Creative artists who have completed their training/studies for at least one year are eligible to apply. Whether […]
Open Call: LIN Xiang Xiong – Annual Peace Prize
LIN Xiang Xiong, artist and patron, has made Peace the central theme of his work. In December 2025, the LIN Xiang Xiong Art Gallery will open in Penang, hosting artistic events and gatherings centered around Art and Peace. Mr. LIN Xiang Xiong hopes to inspire artists to become artisans of peace. It is in this […]
FEM*FESTIVAL Ingolstadt call for entries 2026
The FEM*FESTIVAL is a cooperation project of the Cultural Office and the Equal Opportunities Office of the City of Ingolstadt. The festival focuses on providing spaces for artists and exposing structural discrimination and inequalities. It critically questions power structures and discusses current topics on feminism, gender, diversity and the social and societal consequences of different […]
Panel talk and publication on “Estate and artist’s legacy”
On September 6, 2025, the new publication Estate und Künstlernachlass will be published, which deals with the estate of the photographer Sascha Weidner as an example and offers practical insights into estate work. In addition, a panel discussion on the topic will take place on September 12 at 4 pm at the Berlinische Galerie. For […]
Digital workshop Good Work for Solo Self-Employed on 05.08.2025: “Equality needs understanding!”
With the Digital Workshop Good Work for Solo Self-Employed Persons , we offer you – the stakeholders of solo self-employed persons – a common place and moderate the framework in which your needs, questions and mutual networking are in the foreground. We therefore cordially invite you to the digital workshop Good Work for Solo Self-Employed […]
Maria Sibylla Merian Prize
The prize is awarded by the Alfred Weigle Foundation and the Museum Wiesbaden The Maria Sibylla Merian Prize with prize money of € 15,000.00 is aimed at aspiring female artists and natural scientists. In each case, € 7,500.00 is available for the realization of a printed work that should receive special attention. The prize will […]
Dr. Dormagen-Guffanti Scholarship 2026
Together with the Dr. Dormagen-Guffanti Foundation, we invite artists from the fields of video, video and sound installation to apply for the Dr. Dormagen-Guffanti Scholarship, which is endowed with 10,000 euros. The equal participation of people with and without disabilities in society is the guiding principle of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons […]
Art competition in the BienenBrückenBauen project – Artistic nesting aids for wild bees
BienenBrückenBauen invites wild bee fans, artists, designers and creatives to design innovative and aesthetically pleasing nesting aids for wild bees and thus set a visible example for biodiversity, sustainability and artistic commitment in public spaces. The campaign combines biodiversity and environmental protection with artistic design and aims to draw attention to the habitats of wild […]
New construction of a research and administration building for the Max Rubner Institute (MRI) in Kiel
Information on the competitionReason for and aim of the competition/competition task: A new research building is being constructed at the Max Rubner Institute (MRI) in Kiel. The new building in the direct vicinity of Kiel University (CAU) is necessary because the existing property on Hermann-Weigmann-Straße no longer meets the current requirements of modern research. Completion […]
BBK at the Magdeburger Kunst/Mitte
At this year’s Magdeburg Kunst/Mitte art fair, we will be providing information about our projects and concerns. Formats such as “Generally Fresh”, “Artists in Schools” and “Visual Arts Database” increase the visibility of professional contemporary art, communicate it to young people and draw attention to the impending loss of cultural heritage. Our region in Focus […]
TaDA – Textile and Design Alliance Artist in Residence Program
TaDA – Textile and Design Alliance is a cultural promotion program of the cantons of St. Gallen, Appenzell Ausserrhoden and Thurgau. It enables an experimental and innovative exploration of Eastern Switzerland’s textile and design culture and works together with textile companies anchored in the region. Every year, TaDA offers sixnational and international personalities the opportunity […]
International Mobility Program 2025-2026
Laçzos Artísticos is an international mobility programme for artists promoted by the Organization of Ibero-American States for Education, Science and Culture (OEI) and the Direção-Geral das Artes de Portugal (DGARTES). As part of their work to promote culture, the OEI and DGARTES have joined forces to launch this new programme of scholarships for artistic exchange […]
Differenti Sensazioni 2025/2026 Call for Emerging Performing Artists
officine CAOS is seeking for emerging artists, working in the fields of contemporary theater and dance, performance or multimedia art, in order to present their work during the international performing art season 2025/26 DIFFERENTI SENSAZIONI – Nov 2025 / Apr 2026. We particularly wish to engage with cross-disciplinary and performance art works, lasting around 40 […]
Temporary protection stays for artists and cultural workers at risk at cultural institutions
Cultural organizations in Germany can now apply for funding from the Martin Roth Initiative (MRI) together with artists and cultural professionals at risk. The closing date for applications is August 29.The MRI supports artists who actively stand up for artistic freedom, democracy and human rights – and against all forms of discrimination. With the funding, […]
2026 Residency on Care and Gender (Lebanon, Morocco, Jordan, Egypt)
Halaqat invites artists to apply for its new residency program, taking place between January and September 2026 in Lebanon, Morocco, Jordan, and Egypt. Artists are encouraged to submit individual projects exploring the themes of care and gender. Eight residencies will be hosted by seven local institutions (Amalgam – Lebanon, Hunna Art & Culture Center – […]
Two residences for women with disabilities + fee
Kunsthaus Lisa was able to offer two special residencies for artists with disabilities for the first time in 2025. (Incl. artist’s fee of 1200.- ) The jury of the Lisa e.V. association, which decided on the handicap residency (consisting of: Silke Krempien (wood sculptor), Ebba Radke (painter) and Uta Eickworth (graphic designer) has made its […]