Kaatsbaan Cultural Park’s Weekend Retreat Residency Program ​​provides opportunities for artists of all genres to create, live, and collaborate in the idyllic countryside of the Hudson Valley. With studio space, meals, and housing on our Hudson Valley campus, these weekends offer an extraordinary environment for cultural innovation and excellence. Kaatsbaan Weekend Retreats are tailored to accommodate individual artists and small groups spanning various creative disciplines. 

  
The **Weekend Retreat Residency Program** will take place over two weekends in the fall of 2024:

  
**November 1 – 3, 2024**

**December 6 – 8, 2024**

The Kaatsbaan Weekend Retreat is $500 for an individual artist per weekend, inclusive of access to studios, lodging, Friday dinner, Saturday meals, and Sunday brunch.  Group costs begin at $500 for the first artist, adding $300 for each additional artist.

The new residency program offers affordable access to spacious studios and specialized workspaces for dancers, writers, visual artists, composers, musicians, and designers. Residencies are generously subsidized and include essential amenities such as individual, hotel-style rooms and healthy, locally sourced meals. 

Kaatsbaan Weekend Retreats

Divadlo X10 in Prague is calling for proposals for their Y Events series, starting with Y: Roaaarrrrr, to take place in Prague, the Czech Republic, on 21 February 2025.

  
Y Events is a series of events which operates on the edges of theatre and looks for the places where theatre merges with visual arts, performance art, music, sound and theory.

  
For Y: Roaaarrrrr, Divadlo X10 seeks art relieving all that is usually suppressed, underheard and not investigated. They are looking for art which is not afraid to embrace darkness as an emancipatory strength, the art that screams: by colour, movement, sound, montage and size. They are looking for art that is angry, that spells dark magic and asks what is under the surface of lethargic, polished, happy, rich and fed bodies, images and social promises.

  
It is possible to apply with already existing works, long-term research or with newly developed concepts. Y Events endeavours to establish such environment that allows artists to develop their own processes; therefore they are looking mainly for proposals that are not conceived only for the purpose of this call, but play a significant role in building up artistic practices or experimenting with new layers (thematic, formal, presenting).

Support includes:

* Artistic fee
* Reimbursement of small material expenses
* Full technical and production support for the proposal
* Possibility of microresidency (3–5 days) in one of partner studios for up to two selected proposals
* Curatorial consultations
* **Accommodation and travel costs**

Divadlo X10: Performing Arts Interdisciplinary Proposals

Our DIALOG CITY ART FOR PUBLIC RESIDENCY PROGRAMME invites professional artists to develop ideas for urban interventions dealing with local or global topics that are of great significance for the respective urban society based on participatory approach. By developing new practices on how to connect digital innovation directly to citizens’ physical participation, the European cooperation project DIALOG CITY aims at contributing to increasing access to culture through a dialogical approach. Co-creation is at the core, encompassing a CITIZEN ARCHIVE PLATFORM for the cultural heritage sector and an innovative design thinking toolkit on FUTURE LITERACY.

  
Annual FUTURE FESTIVALS serve as physical and digital cultural platforms to reach diverse audiences. Participating European cities are Mondoví (IT) in 2023, Graz (AT) in 2024, Aschaffenburg (DE) and Montpellier (FR) in 2025\. The resulting art works of the respective residencies will be shown locally during the FUTURE FESTIVAL as well as online.

  
For the Montpellier residency we aim to question how human identities and bodies are increasingly shaped by the digital data we produce and consume. Being fed by data, our online profiles reflect analog humans and are continuously constructed through micro-targeting and digital profiling, where personal data is used to tailor content and experiences. In return, this blending of the digital and analog worlds creates new opportunities for self-expression and understanding, yet also raises concerns around identities and self-development. With an uncanny feeling, this flow of information can both expand and limit how we perceive the analog world and ourselves, depending on how we engage with it.

ACCOMMODATION - Free accommodation in a single room with a private bathroom and kitchen. It does not provide canteen or food service. Meals are not included.

  
ARTIST FEE - 3.500 € including profound preparation of the residency after the final selection and presentation of the result during the HYBRID FESTIVAL in Montpellier. Per diems are included in the fee.

  
MATERIAL COSTS - Up to 2.000 €, proposal subject to be reviewed by the internal commission according to the value given in terms of scenography and visibility during the Hybrid Festival. This must be specified in the application.

  
TRAVEL COSTS - Will be covered up to the amount of 1.300 €, including return ticket from the origin and local transport in Montpellier. According to the Memorandum of Understanding “Green Deal” we urge project participants to avoid air travel. Train, bus or car are preferred.

Art for Public – Montpellier

Our submissions are free of charge for members. To submit your work, we kindly invite you to sign up to Artdoc Photography Magazine to show your support and interest in our magazine. With your subscription, you have access to all our online issues, articles, and member-only submission forms. You can sign up via our membership page. After you sign up, you will see the submission form on the webpage.

We invite photographers worldwide to submit their work for "Life Today"—an online photo exhibition and magazine publication dedicated to capturing the many facets of life as we know it. Whether your lens reveals the elegance of natural landscapes, the profound depth of human connection, the subtle rhythm of daily life, or beauty in abstract form, we are eager to see _your_perspective.

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We welcome a broad spectrum of photographic styles and genres, from documentary to fine art, portrait to landscape, abstract to experimental. This open call seeks to celebrate the varied, dynamic, and original ways photographers interpret "Life Today." We aim to uncover what life looks like, feels like, and signifies in our current moment—through your lens.

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Selected works will be featured in our online exhibition and showcased in our upcoming magazine publication, reaching an international audience. Whether your work captures grand scenes or intimate moments, we invite you to share your unique vision as life unfolds. Together, let’s celebrate the beauty, complexity, and diversity of our world.

By submitting your work, you get the chance to be showcased in our online exhibitions or on our special _Featured Submissions_ page. In addition, you get the opportunity to get featured in our magazine issues.

Life Today | Call For Photography

( There is a one-time application review fee per submission. This is in place to help offset the costs of logistics, and to assist in funding and creating new opportunities for artists )  

The Material Works Art Award supports artists through a one-time $2500.00 grant in exchange for an original artwork that will join our growing contemporary art collection. This award recognizes artistic excellence and aims to promote career advancement through increasing visibility and exposure. 

  
Award Breakdown:

  
Winner: 

* The award grants (1) selected artist $2500.00 based on the merit of their submitted portfolio
* The award is exchanged for an original artwork ( one of similar monetary value to the award)
* This artwork will be negotiated and determined with the selected artist
* The artwork joins our collection and is considered for future exhibition opportunities
* MW will cover shipping costs and details will be discussed with the selected artist
* The selected artist is interviewed about their work and practice with an archived profile on our website
* The selected artist is featured on our social media platforms
* The selected artist is welcome to join and represent MW as a jury for future opportunities

  
Shortlisted: 

* (5) shortlisted artists will be selected based on the merit of their submitted portfolio
* Each shortlisted artist will be interviewed about their work and practice with an archived profile on our website
* Each shortlisted artist will be featured on our social media platforms
* Each shortlisted artist is welcome to join and represent MW in future opportunities
  
  
Application Review Fee: $40.00

  
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the ( _December 8, 2024_ ) deadline. 

Early submissions will be considered for social media features and other highlights!

  

The Material Works Art Award supports artists through a one-time $2500.00 grant in exchange for an original artwork that will join our growing contemporary art collection. This award recognizes artistic excellence and aims to promote career advancement through increasing visibility and exposure. 

Material Works Art Award 2024

Andelsgaarde is calling for applications from artists for their three-week ‘Earth Connections’ residency on the Brinkholm cooperative farm in Stevns in South Zealand, Denmark, in March–April 2025.

  
Based on anthropological research, art and regenerative agricultural practices, the project will investigate how sensory experiences with land can shape both farmers’ and citizens’ understanding of, relationship and response to land. Based on the anthropological research field ‘multispecies anthropology’ and based on fieldwork in the regenerative agricultural environment in Denmark, the research will contribute new methods and new knowledge about encounters between humans and other species; especially the terrestrial organisms.

As a practice partner, Andelsgaarde will – in collaboration with the researchers and artists – develop tools and event formats that experiment with how a sensory approach can increase awareness of soil-dwelling species and strengthen engagement in the debate on the development of Danish agriculture.

  
This Open Call is a specialised residency that invites artists to participate in an interdisciplinary exchange of knowledge, practices and methods and the co-creation of sensory, citizen-engaging farm events. It includes:

  
* Three-week research period in March–April 2025 at the Brinkholm cooperative farm, in Stevns in South Zealand, Denmark
* Participation in two interdisciplinary workshops; a development workshop on 12 March and an experience workshop in May/June
* Workshops at a farm event on Brinkholm on 10 May
* Production of workshop methods/physical materials/installations/tools for use in workshops.
* Development of an artistic score for use in the project.

Support includes:

* A 25,000 DKK (incl. VAT) fee and 3,000 DKK (incl. VAT) in materials
* **Paid transport to/from Brinkholm in connection with the research period, workshops and farm arrangements up to 2,000 DKK**
* Accommodation, cooking facilities and workspace

Earth Connections Residency on Cooperative Farm

The new Health Performance Center at NSULA is designed to promote physical and mental well-being among students and athletes. This state-of-the-art facility will feature fitness equipment, multipurpose spaces for various activities, and health education and counseling resources. The artwork within this facility should be cohesive and reflect the vibrant spirit of NSULA athletics.

  
**Project Goals**

1. **Reflect Athletic Spirit**: Capture the essence of NSULA athletics, celebrating strength, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence.
2. **Innovative Design**: Utilize innovative design strategies, making the space vibrant and engaging.
3. **Integrate with the Environment**: Complement the aesthetics of the Health Performance Center. The artwork should enhance the building's exterior and create a cohesive visual experience.
4. **Durability**: Suitable for an indoor environment yet capable of withstanding high traffic.

  

Public artwork exhibition at Northwestern State University of Louisiana.

  
The proposal selected by the selection committee will include an all-inclusive budget of **$63,000 t**o cover all costs associated with the project and commensurate with the intended scale, including but not limited to research, professional consultations, formal reports from licensed structural and electrical engineers where appropriate, a long-term care and maintenance report from a licensed professional conservator, materials, fabrication, transportation, travel, insurance, foundation, installation, and photography and documentation of the artwork.

Public Art Opportunity: Northwestern State University

**SculpTour: Public art exhibit of original outdoor sculptures displayed April 2025 – March 2027 in downtown Suwanee, GA**

  
The Suwanee Public Arts Commission (PAC) is seeking proposals from artists and/or artist teams for design, execution, and installation of original outdoor sculptures for long-term, temporary display throughout downtown Suwanee. The objective is to have a well-balanced exhibit of sculptures with various styles, types, and sizes. Specific locations will be determined based on submissions. This will be the eighth consecutive exhibit which has been enthusiastically received by residents and visitors alike.

  
**Program Requirements and Information:**

* The number of pieces chosen will be approximately 20 depending on available funding and location availability.
* Pieces will vary in size and will be located as appropriate. Potential sites are suited for medium- scale as well as large-scale sculptures (minimum height of about 36 inches).
* While there is no limit on the market value of sculptures that may be submitted, it is likely that only sculptures valued under $25,000 will be eligible for the PAC’s purchase of the potential “People’s Choice” contest (described in this RFP).
* All sculptures will be insured for liability and physical damage through the City of Suwanee.
* Artists may submit up to three pieces for consideration. There is no fee to the artist for submitting artwork.
* All entries must be original works of the submitting artist or team of artists; however, pieces do not need to have been created specifically for this exhibit.
* All sculptures are required to be made of durable material appropriate for outdoor display and at times, adverse weather conditions (high winds, low temperatures, high temperatures, snow storms, high traffic areas). Pieces should be constructed with audience safety in mind, understanding that they will be displayed in a public setting.
* Most of the sculptures will be displayed on either steel pedestals (base tops are 3’x3’, and 4’x4’) or concrete pads (varied sizes) designed to fit the location and/or artwork.
* All sculptures must be able to be structurally secured to either a steel pedestal or concrete pad with anchor bolts or similar devices provided by the artist. Artists are responsible for shipping and delivering the artwork to and from the installation site.
* Artists will be responsible for the timely installation and removal of their sculpture. Suwanee’s public works department will assist artists with installation and removal.
* Accepted entries will receive an agreement outlining further information including details regarding delivery and installation/placement of the artwork.

Stipend: $2,000

Exhibition in Suwanee

  

SculpTour: Public Art Exhibition

IDFA Bertha Fund (IBF) is calling for applications from documentary filmmakers for their Project Development and Production & Post-production funding schemes. 

  
IBF is dedicated to stimulating and empowering the creative documentary sector in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Oceania. Documentary films supported by the IBF express the artistic vision of filmmakers, using strong visual treatments to tell compelling stories that can reach a global audience. The fund takes risks on unknown and seasoned filmmakers, supporting their breakthrough from marginalised positions to the most respected platforms. Many IBF-supported films have gone on to win awards across cinema and television. 

  
**The IDFA Bertha Fund (IBF) is the only fund in the world dedicated solely to stimulating and empowering the creative documentary sector in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Oceania.**

  
In addition to our funding schemes, the IBF puts IDFA's power and reach at the service of its filmmakers. We offer a range of activities to empower filmmakers throughout the creative and production processes, including tailored consultancies, talent development opportunities, and access to IDFA’s markets.

**There are two funding schemes currently open for applications:**

  
* **IBF Classic – Project Development:** Maximum contribution of 7,500 EUR per project

  
* **IBF Classic – Production & Post-production:** Maximum contribution of 25,000 EUR per project

  

IDFA Bertha Fund for Documentary Filmmakers

The annual FUTURE FESTIVALS serve as both analogue and digital platforms for the EU project DIALOG CITY, aiming to reach a broad and diverse audience. The participating European cities included Mondoví (IT) in 2023 and Graz (AT) in 2024\. The artistic projects developed during these residencies were showcased on-site at the FUTURE FESTIVALS as well as presented online. The next FUTURE FESTIVAL will take place in 2025, organized by Aschaffenburg (DE) and Montpellier (FR). Each city will host its own artist residency.

  
The DIALOG CITY ART FOR PUBLIC RESIDENCY PROGRAMME invites artists from all disciplines —ranging from painting, photography, and sculpture to design and architecture— to apply for the residency in Aschaffenburg. The residency takes place under the theme **Society in Transition**. We particularly welcome project proposals that highlight aspects of sustainability and/or cultural heritage. Aschaffenburg is a city with a rich and diverse cultural heritage. For years, conscious sustainability has been a focus of the city, alongside a human-centred and dialogue-oriented digital transformation with DIALOG CITY as the digital strategy of the City of Aschaffenburg.

  
Notably, the city has a diverse and influential history in the paper industry: since the mid-19th century, Aschaffenburg has been known as the “City of Coloured Papers” due to its many paper factories. Entrepreneurs like Alois Dessauer have pioneered efforts that have made paper production inseparable from the economic prosperity, technological change, and ultimately the cultural identity of the city. Curiosity, courage, and inventiveness exemplify an open and inclusive society.

  
The project proposal —whether digital or analogue approach— should address various aspects of this theme in a participatory manner and express it artistically. The selected artist will have the opportunity to work in a public FUTURE PAVILION to realize their creative ideas. There are no limits to imagination!

  
The artist residency begins on May 2, 2025, and ends on July 15, 2025.

  
Final presentation at the FUTURE FESTIVAL in Aschaffenburg: July 3-5, 2025

**ACCOMMODATION**

The selected artist will be accommodated at Cáfe Krèm’s Art Residency. The apartment is in the centre of Aschaffenburg and is just a few minutes’ walk from the City Archives of Aschaffenburg. It features a private bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom. Café Krèm serves as a meeting point for people from various backgrounds; it functions as a café, restaurant, gallery, and event venue all in one. The costs for the artist residency will be covered by the City Archives of Aschaffenburg; however, expenses for food and beverages are not included.

  
**ARTIST FEE**

The honorarium for the artist amounts to €3,500, which includes preparation for the residency following selection as well as presentation of results during the FUTURE FESTIVAL in Aschaffenburg. Daily allowances are included within this honorarium.

  
**MATERIAL COSTS**

Material costs up to €2,000 will be reimbursed but must be listed in the application.

  
**TRAVEL COSTS**

Travel expenses will be reimbursed up to a total amount of €1,300 including round-trip flights from/to origin location as well as local transportation tickets within Aschaffenburg. In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding “Green Deal,” we ask artists to refrain from air travel when possible and instead use alternative modes of transport such as train or bus.

Art for Public – Aschaffenburg

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