International Call for Curator in Residence Program 2024

Resident curators are provided time and space to develop a curatorial program here at basis e.v. by researching and connecting with the different artists, who obtain a studio at basis, the previously prepared abstract concept proposal should be specified into an elaborated exhibition concept.

Overview

• Young international curators and art practioners showing a consistent curatorial practice.
• Country of residence predominantly outside germany.
• Successful graduates of a university or art academy.
• Genuine interest in the local art scene of Frankfurt.
• Preparation of/research for exhibition during the stay.
• Curating the exhibition at basis e.v. (September until end of October 2024).

Benefits

• Studio visits and meetings with professionals in Frankfurt are an important part of the program.
• Networking opportunities will be offered.
• A public lecture or workshop can be held while the residency.
• The curatorial resident will be fully funded by the city of Frankfurt, covering travel expenses and a per diem of 1000€/month.
• If necessary, they can also assist in obtaining a visa.
• The selected applicant will be hosted in a fully equipped studio apartment at basis e.v. in the heart of Frankfurt.
• Travel expenses and an additional fee for the exhibition will be covered as well.

Specifications

• Group exhibition.
• Some of the artists should be based or connected to Frankfurt.
• Young and up-coming artists.
• New productions of works desirable.
• No loans from museums possible.
• Exhibition budget of around 20.000 Euros – extra budget needs to be applied for.
• Ideally only limited transports outside of the Frankfurt am main area.
• Conception of an accompanying programme with 1-3 events (talks, lectures, etc.)

Who can apply?

• Eligible applicants are young cultural practitioners and scholars from all around the globe with a pertinent experience in curating exhibitions and/or related projects.
• There is no specific age limit – the open call is direct to curators in the earlier stages of their career.
• The application should document a well-founded interest in current debates in arts and culture and a specific interest in the Frankfurt art scene.
• The applicants should have a good level of spoken and written English or German). A jury of experts decides about the awarding.

For more information, visit basis e.v.