Bold and Talented Programme, Fotofestival Lenzburg, Switzerland
Deadline: 3 June 2025
Location: Lenzburg, Switzerland
Eligibility: Young curators (students or recent graduates) with backgrounds in photography, curating, scenography, or architecture
Grant: 500 CHF + accommodation, meals, and full project production covered
About the Opportunity
Fotofestival Lenzburg announces an open call for the next edition of its Bold and Talented Programme, an initiative supported by the BAT Foundation. The program pairs four emerging curators with four emerging artists to co-develop exhibitions interpreting the 2025 Festival theme: Forever Happy.
Participants will work under the mentorship of the Festival’s curatorial team and benefit from a collaborative and supportive framework that includes workshops, site visits, and networking events.
Selection Criteria
- Background in photography, curating, scenography, or architecture
- Recommendation letter from a university tutor or curatorial mentor
- Cover letter with an initial interpretation of the theme
- Portfolio of completed curatorial projects (if applicable)
- Availability to be in Lenzburg for the Festival opening and other project-related events
What’s Provided
- Two on-site workshops in June and September (accommodation and meals included)
- Personal tutoring from the curatorial team
- Full production support and technical assistance
- Coverage of travel-related accommodation and food costs
- Grant of 500 CHF to support personal and travel expenses
- Access to Festival events and professional networking opportunities
