Austrian Ludwig Foundation, Austria
Grant Overview
The Austrian Ludwig Foundation offers a €10,000 research and travel grant for the 2025/26 research season, titled “Beside, not infinite.” This grant is aimed at supporting scholars, curators, and artists based in Austria in undertaking projects related to visual arts through research trips abroad. Areas of interest include Black Atlantic and Diaspora theories, global art histories, abstraction, textile art, artistic collecting practices, and the role of dance and movement in art.
Eligibility
- Residency in Austria with a postgraduate degree (minimum MA) in fine arts, art history, cultural studies, or curatorial studies.
- Project must be independent of other travel funding.
Project Focus
The grant encourages projects that align with the themes in the “Beside, not infinite” research season, connected to one of the seven featured artworks. Projects may include doctoral research, artistic works, exhibitions, film programs, or publications.
Grant Details
- Award: €10,000, distributed in two installments.
- Covers travel, accommodation, and project expenses.
- Duration: 1-3 months in 2025, with a public presentation in Vienna by early 2026.
Application Requirements
Submit a single PDF in English by December 15, 2024, containing:
- Biography (1 page): Personal and educational background, relevant experience, and a reference.
- Project Description (1 page): Summary of project and relevance to the theme.
- Schedule (1 page): Proposed timeline and research duration.
Submission
Email applications to office@ludwig-stiftung.at with the subject “Grant Application.” Selections will be announced by January 31, 2025.
For additional details, visit Austrian Ludwig Foundation News or contact Bettina Brunner at office@ludwig-stiftung.at.
