Open Call for Czech Artists and Curators
Open Call for Czech Artists and Curators
Deadline: October 3, 2016 18:00 GMT
Open for a curator or an artist with Czech citizenship, living and working in the Czech Republic
With support from the Arts and Theatre Institute – Artists in Residence Programme and Czech Centre London, Delfina Foundation is offering a six-week residency to a curator or artist with Czech citizenship, living and working in the Czech Republic. The residency period is 20 February to 31 March 2017.
During the residency, Delfina Foundation will develop a structured series of events and activities enabling residents to:
- Research and develop areas of interest
- Develop skills via training and mentoring
- Access information and resources through independent study, field trips and workshops
- Participate in both internal and external/public events
Typical participants will include young graduates or emerging curators with limited international experience.
THE SELECTED CURATOR WILL RECEIVE:
- A six-week residency in London, including one return, economy-class flight, and a living allowance for food/per diems and materials;
- A single bedroom at Delfina Foundation with shared facilities, such as the laundry room, kitchen, and dining room
- Opportunities to engage in the art scene in UK through structured and independent time and activities
- Access to a programme of planned group activities and visits to cultural organisations in the UK
REQUIREMENTS:
- A Czech citizen, currently living and working in The Czech Republic
- Seeking an opportunity to develop your practice and the concepts of your curatorial work
- Able to explain how the experience of an international residency may benefit your career development and in particular why an opportunity in London would be beneficial
- Proficient in English
It is desirable that the applicant has an undergraduate qualification in a relevant discipline.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Applicants are expected to submit:
- The completed application form in English
- A CV detailing recent projects, exhibitions, workshops and residencies
- A writing sample (an essay, artist profile, press article, etc.)
- At least 8 high-quality images of your previous projects or exhibitions, which could include unrealised proposals
- Contact details of one referee