Curatorial Fellowship

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Curatorial Fellowship – 2026

Institution: ARAK Collection, Doha, Qatar
Location: Doha, Qatar (residency-based, research and production phases)

ARAK Collection invites applications for its 2026 Curatorial Fellowship Programme, supporting young and mid-career curators with a focus on contemporary African art. Fellows conduct in-depth research, develop a curatorial project, and produce an exhibition accompanied by a catalogue.

Fellowship Format

Grant: Up to USD 20,000 (USD 5,000 for research, USD 15,000 for exhibition production and catalogue).
Duration: Multi-phase residency
- Phase 1: Develop research budget, curatorial concept, and timeline; submit for approval.
- Phase 2 – Research: Four months of research including artist interviews, literature review, and collection engagement to finalize artwork selection.
- Phase 3 – Final Phase: Revise curatorial statements, catalogue texts, and prepare final submission.

Outcome

If approved, the project proceeds to production, culminating in a curated exhibition and accompanying catalogue under the supervision of the ARAK Collection team.