Deadline: 31 May 2025
The French Institute of Turkey and the Goethe-Institute Turkey are launching, in collaboration with their local and Mediterranean partners, the artistic residency program titled Deniz Villalari: Ecological Crossings.
This initiative aims to support artistic creation in connection with the ecological issues of the Mediterranean and to promote artist mobility between Turkey and the Mediterranean region.
The residencies provide a unique framework to explore the interactions between art and the environment, integrating stays both on land and at sea.
Selected artists will benefit from tailored support, dedicated time for research and creation, and opportunities for collaboration with key stakeholders and partners of the program.
Program Specifications
- The residency program consists of several phases:
- Participation in preparatory webinars to introduce the residency, raise awareness of ecological challenges, and understand Mediterranean dynamics.
- A two-month residency in one of the program’s partner locations in Turkey or the Mediterranean.
- Public presentations in the form of exhibitions, discussions, or performances at partner institutions.
- Opportunities for exchange with experts and local cultural actors.
Benefits
- Selected artists will receive:
- Coverage of round-trip travel expenses between their country of residence and Turkey or another partner country in the Mediterranean.
- Accommodation provided by the residency venues.
- A €2,000 production grant.
- Per diem or a living allowance of €2,000.
- Access to a fully equipped workspace.
- Artistic and logistical support on-site.
- A potential stay at sea, depending on project requirements and available boats.
- Duration: Between September and December 2025, for a duration of two months.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a French, German or Turkish national or have been residing in France, Germany or Turkey for at least three years.
- Must provide proof of civil liability insurance.
- Must have a good command of English.
- Disciplines considered: Visual arts, music, dance, public space, audiovisual arts, media, journalism, literature, art criticism, and curatorial practices.
Application Requirements
- Curriculum Vitae (max. 4 pages).
- Artistic portfolio with approximately ten images of artworks including full captions (max. 15 pages). If applicable, links to videos on Vimeo, YouTube, or SoundCloud should be included.
- Residency project proposal (2 to 4 pages), outlining the applicant’s motivations, research theme, expectations regarding the residency, and the desired residency location.
For more information, visit Goethe Institute.
