Call for Artists: Malta Biennale 2026

This financial support applies to all individual artists participating in the 2026 edition of the Malta Biennale.

Benefits

• Access to exhibit in a World Heritage Site.
• The opportunity to be part of exhibit in an international programme.
• Consultancy services for shipping, insurances and accommodation.
• Technical assistance for the installation through the organisers’ offices.
• Technical assessment of the exhibition by the organisers’ offices in order to verify compliance with the current Maltese security and safety regulations, and with the restrictions related to historic buildings.
• A basic electrical and general lighting system. Internet connection.
• Daytime surveillance of outdoor spaces during closing hours of the exhibition.
• Night surveillance of outdoor areas.
• Exhibition signage. Marketing and promotion – including the marketing and promotion of individual artists.
• A general catalogue covering the entirety of the Biennale.

Funding Information

• Maximum eligible amount per project is EUR 13,000.

Eligible Costs

• Artistic fees (to be suggested by participant subject to the final approval of the curatorial team).
• Hire/purchase of equipment (purchase of equipment will only be considered if deemed necessary to the project; expenses incurred prior to the application cannot be included).
• Travel costs (for artists traveling to Malta to participate in the Malta Biennale).
• Accommodation costs (for artists traveling to Malta to participate in the Malta Biennale).
• Production fees.
• Insurance.
• Shipping/freight.
• Contingency, not exceeding 10% of project total.

Responsibilities

• Following the announcement of the selected applications, artists will be requested and required to attend regular meetings.
• To deliver the proposed and accepted concept, design, production and execution of the artwork/exhibition. This is not limited to any materials, equipment, lighting nor other technical requirements to produce and deliver the project.
• When and if necessary, the artist(s) should seek insurance and adequate transportation for all required objects and materials.
• Travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Successful applicants will be assigned a main contact person who must be kept in the loop with all project updates, changes, amendments, developments, etc.
• The setting up and dismantling of the artwork/exhibition as determined by the rules and regulations of the assigned/confirmed site.
• To participate in media interviews and any promotional activities whilst supporting the marketing, PR and communications requirements as stipulated by MUŻA.
• Document and advertise the Biennale through social media in liaison with Malta Biennale’s communications team.
• Attend vernissage week in Malta to promote the exhibition to the press and lead tours, as necessary.

Eligibility Criteria

• This call is intended for both local and international artists wishing to present projects in accordance with the conceptual framework of the second edition of the Malta Biennale.
• Artists can apply from any stage in their career (emerging or established) and from any nation.
• Artists can apply with one or more artworks.
• Submitted artworks and project proposals can be site- or space-specific, new artworks, or may form part of the artist’s existing portfolio.
• Accepted artistic media include all forms of visual art: installation, painting, sculpture and three-dimensional artworks, performance, photography and video, multidisciplinary and collaborative projects are also welcome.

Application Requirements

• Applicants must submit the following material via their online application form:
  • Personal contact details.
  • Title of Artwork(s)
  • The concept of the work you would like to exhibit (max 500 words).
  • Artist Bio. Sketches and/or images for each proposed artwork.
  • Artist Portfolio (PDF, max 5 pages).
  • Detailed budget breakdown.

For more information, visit maltabiennale.art.