**Estonian Academy of Arts (EKA) international Master's and PhD programmes are inviting prospective students to participate in online info sessions from 27 January to 13 February.**

  
Online sessions provide a good opportunity to hear more about the studies, and to meet and ask questions directly from people behind the programmes. The info sessions will take place between January 27 and February 13, online, pre-registration is needed here: https://www.artun.ee/en/eka-masters-and-phd-programmes-online-info-sessions-2025/.

  
* **Contemporary Art MA** – online info session on January 27 at 4pm (EET)
* **Animation MA** – online info session on January 27 at 6pm (EET)
* **Graphic Design MA** – online info session on February 4 at 5pm (EET)
* **Interaction Design MA** – online info session on February 5 at 5pm (EET)
* **Urban Studies MSc** – online info session on February 6 at 6pm (EET)
* **Craft Studies MA** – online info session on February 13 at 5pm (EET)
* **Service Design Strategies and Innovations MA** – online info session on January 30 at 3pm (EET) Facebook Live Webinar and February 13th at 3pm (EET) online Q&A via Zoom.

  
The international master’s programmes are designed for artists and designers with the ambition to develop and enrich their individual practice with cross-disciplinary investigations. EKA encourages bold experimentation, and students are able to take courses and workshops outside of their specialisations. The curricula are constructed in such a way as to cultivate the analytical abilities and critical thinking of students who develop into environmentally and socially conscientious creators. The teaching language of the programmes is English and duration is two years.

  
In addition to the MA curricula, EKA offers four **PhD** programmes: 

* **Architecture and Urban Planning**
* **Art and Design**
* **Art History and Visual Culture**
* **Cultural Heritage and Conservation**

  
**Online info session about doctoral studies at EKA takes place on February 4 at 3pm EET online via Zoom.** More information and registration here: https://www.artun.ee/en/calendar/online-info-session-doctoral-studies-at-eka/.
  
  
_The Estonian Academy of Arts is the only public university in Estonia offering higher education in architecture, design, fine arts, art culture, cultural heritage and conservation. It is an active study and research institution and the leading national center of innovation in visual culture. EKA is listed among Top 150 Architecture and Design Universities in the World by QS World University Rankings._

  
_Twelve hundred students currently enrolled at EKA are taught by nearly three hundred professors, associate professors, lecturers and workshop managers from Estonia and abroad. Small groups of carefully selected students enable a more personal, one-on-one approach to instruction and family-like, close-knit atmosphere. EKA prides itself on the low student-to-faculty ratio. Studies take place in an award-winning building with an innovative and inspiring environment, and students are encouraged to make use of the different facilities at EKA: photography and sound studios, workshops for wood- and metalworking, 3D modelling, textile, glass, ceramics, printmaking and many more._

  
_We invite you to join us! Application deadline for the Master’s programmes is_ **_March 3_**_, and for the PhD programmes_ **_March 31, 2025_**_. For more information about the programmes and admission requirements, visit https://www.artun.ee/admissions or contact admissions@artun.ee._

Estonian Academy of Arts MA and PhD programmes info sessions

Emerging artists and cultural practitioners bring a new wave of ideas, perspectives, and energy to the force of culture. They play a pivotal role in shaping new norms through free expression and creating safe spaces, fostering cooperation in times of community crises, and promoting just and fair ways of being. As such, emerging artists deserve the chance to experiment and build momentum in their work, and the Seed Award aims to support this journey. 

  
Each year, the Prince Claus Fund grants the Seed Award to 100 emerging artists who work in contexts where cultural expression is under pressure. The Seed Award is intended to give emerging artists the chance to amplify their practice and interests, thereby sparking a new wave of changemakers. 

  
The Seed Award is a trust-based grant, allowing recipients to determine the best way to utilise the support for their artistic and cultural development. This could include exploring new perspectives and nurturing connections, investing in materials, or simply taking time to experiment and focus on their work without financial pressures. 

  
The Seed Award offers support to talented and engaged emerging artists and cultural practitioners who are committed to improving their contexts and societies through socially and politically engaged work. We are particularly interested in supporting those with a grounded and innovative art practice that is inclusive in its process, implementation, and reach. 

Each Seed Award recipient will receive a grant of €5.000 to invest in developing their artistic and cultural practice on their own terms.

2025 Seed Awards for Emerging Artists

The Allegany Arts Council is pleased to announce a call for entries into its 2025 Teeny Tiny Art Show, taking place in collaboration with Allegany College of Maryland’s Hazen Gallery. The show celebrates small works and offers a total of $1500 in cash prizes and awards.

The Allegany Arts Council, located in Cumberland, MD, has long run a series of national, juried art competitions featuring photography, contemporary art and exploring themed topics. In 2024, the Council’s longtime home was sold to new ownership and our offices moved to temporary space while our new home is under renovation. During this time, we are collaborating with community partners to host pop-up exhibitions.

The Hazen Gallery, located on the campus of Allegany College of Maryland, is a very intimate gallery space located next to the university’s newly-remodeled performance theatre. Allegany County of Maryland is a community college offering numerous degree programs and preparatory programs for students seeking secondary education.

**Show Dates**

The exhibition will run from February 28-March 21, 2025, in the Hazen Gallery in Cumberland, Maryland. A Public Opening & Awards Ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, March 21, 2024, from 5:00PM-7:00PM. 

The show will be accessible to the public Wednesday-Saturday from 1:00PM-5:00PM daily during the exhibition period, as well as in a digital gallery. 

Exhibition in Allegany College of Maryland’s Hazen Gallery.

  
**Awards** 

Best in Show: $750

Second Place: $400

Third Place: $200

People’s Choice: $150

  

Teeny Tiny Art Show

OpenArt is a public art biennial with the next exhibition taking place June to September 2026 in the city center of Örebro, Sweden. Contemporary artworks are displayed outdoors and available for public interaction day and night.

  
OpenArt aims to exhibit artists working in a wide variety of art mediums and techniques. We are looking for artists who are interested in the connection between art and public space. We are especially interested in artworks taking on subjects such as collective processes, democracy and/or sustainable change. Artworks that engage the inhabitants of Örebro and invite people to imagine a new possible future.

  
Artists who intend to apply to OpenArt 2026 should apply with artworks that can be placed outdoors. It is possible to apply with already existing artworks or ideas to develop. We encourage artists to apply with two artworks as our aim is to show more than one artwork of the same artist.

  
It is required that the artists have the knowledge to manage their chosen materials and take part in the production and installation themselves. This also includes staying within the agreed budget and deadlines set in dialogue with the team. All participating artists receive an artist fee of minimum 10 000 SEK. OpenArt covers the cost of material, transportation, travel and accommodation.

  
OpenArt is run by a small team, able to offer technical advice and assistance during the production process. OpenArt has a large workshop space and outdoor facilities suitable for large productions and adjustments for already existing artworks. The artworks produced is of temporary character. We aim to use material carefully and in a sustainable way. Equally important is the plan for what will happen to the material after the exhibition.

Please read our FAQ before applying: www.openart.se/opencall

Participating artists gets a minimum of 10 000 SEK. OpenArt pays for accomodation, travel expences and production for the exhibition according to budget and agreements.

OPENART 2026

CICA Museum invites artists worldwide to participate in the international exhibition “Color 2025.” We are open to photography, 2D digital art, video art, interactive art, painting, and installation art.

  
\* Deadline: January 24, 2025

  
\* Category

\-Photographs & 2D Digital Art

\-Video & Interactive Art

\-Painting & Installation Art

  
\* Installation

\-Photography & 2D Digital Art

Selected works will be printed in 10×15 or 10×10 inches, framed, and installed by our curators & assistants. If requested by the artist, works can be printed and framed in different sizes. Additional fees may apply.

  
\-Video & Interactive Art

We will provide projectors and DVD/DIVX players for the show. Multiple single-channel works will be screened via a projector. If the work is required to be screened via a projector exclusively, or more than two projectors/monitors are needed, please indicate the special requirements in the submission email. Additional fees may apply.

  
\-Physical Works (Painting, Drawing, Print, Sculpture, and Installation Art)

The artist is responsible for the shipment and delivery of his/her physical work to and from CICA Museum, as well as all related expenses. The two-dimensional work should be no larger than 39 inch (1 m) on the longest side, and the installation piece should be no larger than 39x39x79 inches (1 x 1 x 2 m, w x l x h). The work that needs to be mounted on the wall should not exceed 10 kg. Please indicate in the submission email if you are interested in exhibiting works exceeding the size/weight limit.

  
\* Exhibition Dates: October 1 – 19, 2025

  
\*\*\*The dates are subject to change.

  
\*How to submit your work: Please visit our website for more information.

https://cicamuseum.com/call-for-artists-color/

Call for Artists: International Exhibition “Color 2025”

**Back to Basics**

  
**Thematic residency program for artists, writers, designers & creative minds**

  
**Periods:** 1 month (29 days/period)

**When:** July / August / September 2025

**Where:** Arteles Creative Center, Hämeenkyrö, Finland

**Application deadline:** 23rd of January 2025

  
Back to Basics is a multidisciplinary residency program that allows creative individuals to clear their minds, get back to focus, and (re)discover the very basis of their being. Take a break from your phone, reconnect with your creativity, be part of nature and learn to stay present again. 

  
**Read more & apply:** https://www.arteles.org
  
  

program, see details: https://www.arteles.org/back\_to\_basics\_residency.html

Back to Basics - residency program in Finland, Summer 2025

**Exhibit in Brazil - Harmonia Exhibition**

  
**Show your work in Brazil without having to be physically present.**

The artists will not have to worry about anything.

No printing, no framing, no crating, no shipping, no customs.

We will take care of every detail.

  
**\- OPEN THEME**

  
**\- Artists from all nationalities, backgrounds and styles are welcome.**

  
**\- All mediums accepted** but the artworks must be in DIGITAL FORMAT, meaning that paintings, mix-media, sculptures and other formats will have to be photographed and sent to us. Short videos are also accepted.

  
\- We will print and mount all the selected images in Brazil.

  
**\- FREE Submission** \- Only the artists who get selected for the exhibition will be asked to pay the participation fee in order to cover the expenses.

  
**\- Submission Deadline: Thu 23 January 2025**

  
Please visit our website for more info.

https://www.artlymix.com/open-calls/

Free to apply. Pay for the costs ONLY if selected.

Exhibit in Brazil - Harmonia Exhibition  

CICA Museum invites artists worldwide to participate in the Contemporary Art Solo Show Series and the publication. Each selected artist will have a solo exhibition for a week (Wednesday – Sunday) in the gallery space (around 44m2). The artists will be also featured in the the e-book, “CICA Art Now 2026,” which will be available via Amazon Kindle. The printed version will be available by order.

  
\*The categories include:

– Painting

– Photography

– Sculpture and Installation Art

– Performance

– Video & New Media Art

  
\*Timeline:

**January 24, 2025: Close submissions**

January 27 – February 10, 2025: Approvals: Selected artists will be notified by email.

Between July and December 2025: Contemporary Art Solo Show Series

August 1, 2026: Expected publication date of “CICA Art Now 2026”

  
\*How to submit your work: Please visit our website for more information.

**https://cicamuseum.com/call-for-artists-contemporary-art-solo-show-series/**

CICA Contemporary Art Solo Show Series Fall 2025

Focusing on the theme of food in contemporary photography, with particular attention to food waste, the IRINOX SAVE THE FOOD award, curated by Claudio Composti, now reaches its fourth edition.

  
The award will offer up to 15 finalist artists the opportunity to exhibit their work at the 14th edition of MIA Photo Fair BNP Paribas, which will take place from March 20-23, 2025, at Superstudio Più, via Tortona 27, Milan.In addition, one of the showcased works will be selected to join the IRINOX corporate collection through the IRINOX PURCHASE AWARD, with a value of €5,000 gross, enriching Irinox’s dedication to photography. The winner will be chosen by a jury from the works on display during the fair.

  
**CONCEPT**

Cooking goes beyond a simple mechanical process; it is a reflection of our identity and origins. Some recipes arise from the art of recovery, recycling, and minimizing waste, integrating new, eco-friendly production methods. Central to this theme is an urgent recognition of biodiversity and sustainability, values that must guide our food choices and production processes. Italian cuisine, with its unique experiences and diverse ways of preparing the same dish, represents an unmatched mosaic. This “singular plural” concept is echoed in the works of international artists, who are invited to interpret this theme with its rich meanings and nuances, championing this vision.

  
Eating together represents more than just a meal; it embodies tradition, sharing, hospitality, and a sense of the sacred. It is a ritual that, through mindful choices to avoid waste, can inspire a revolution toward comprehensive sustainability in our social, food, and environmental habits.

Up to 15 finalists will be selected by the curator Claudio Composti and the Award’s jury

  
**MAIN AWARD**: Exhibition at MIA Photo Fair 2025 and Acquisition Award IRINOX COLLECTION

  
**ADDITIONAL AWARD FOR ONE OF WINNERS**: Yeast Award: participation in the fourth Yeast Photo Festival (Matino, Lecce)

IRINOX SAVE THE FOOD Award

The Montresso\* Jardin Rouge Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of calls for applications for the 2025/2026 season.

  
Located in Marrakech, the Montresso Art Foundation\* supports contemporary creation by offering artists a unique residency setting conducive to experimentation and artistic production. By joining our program, artists benefit from a stimulating environment nurtured by exchange.

The Foundation provides the technical, material, and financial support necessary to complete the artist’s project. 

  
Montresso\* Art Foundation will finance the production of the approved project, covering transportation, meals, and all required materials. 

  
The artist will be provided with a private studio and accommodation on the residency site. 

  
In addition to tailored human and technical support throughout the residency, the Foundation offers opportunities for local and international networking. 

Jardin Rouge Artist Residency

**Are you a photographer or artist working on a project deserving of an international platform?** Do you have work you want to develop into an exhibition, photobook? Or in other ways take to the next creative level? Will you benefit from the expertise of an international photography network? If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply for Talent Embassy.

  
What to expect:

  
**Ten photographers are selected to travel with FOTODOK to an international photography festival.** You receive mentorship and guidance to develop your work. FOTODOK creates opportunities for you to connect with experts from around the world. Five photographers have the opportunity to visit Fotofestiwal Łódź (Poland) from the 11th until the 16th of June. Another five have the opportunity to go to Rencontres d’Arles (France) from the 5th until the 12th of July.

  
**You will be part of an intensive 3-day preparation program to ensure you’re ready for the festivals.** The program equips you with an updated portfolio, a strong pitch, and the confidence to showcase your work. You are supported by an international team of experts. You are helped to refine your selection and presentation.This provides you with tailored guidance to strengthen your artistic vision.

  
**During the festivals our group often becomes a warm, supportive homebase.** A place where you can share your journey with the group, exchange experiences, and offer each other encouragement. Together, we create a nurturing space that allows you to grow, connect deeply with others, and confidently navigate the opportunities ahead.

  
**The jury selects 10 participants from the submissions for this open call.** Yusser al Obaidi, Lisanne van Happen and a curator from Fotofestiwal Łódź are part of the jury. We contact all applicants between February 7 and February 17\. You will be contacted whether you have been selected or not.

  
**Meet-ups:** March 5 – April 9 – May 14, 2025

**Fotofestiwal Łódź:** June 11-16, 2025

**Rencontres d’Arles:** July 5-12, 2025

TRAVEL COSTS & PERSONAL BUDGET

* Your travel and accommodation for the festival are funded and partially arranged by FOTODOK.
* You receive a personal budget of 150 euros to support the development of your project.
* You receive a personal budget of 250 euro to collaborate with a mentor of your choice.

  
THE FESTIVALS

  
* **Fotofestiwal Łódź presents photography in all its various ways and talks about important social issues.** The festival introduces the unobvious beauty and unique history of the city Łódź to their audience.

  
* **Rencontres d’Arles showcases contemporary, experimental, and traditional photography by emerging and established photographers.** The festival is one of the world’s leading photography festivals founded in 1970, held annually in the historic city of Arles, France.

Talent Embassy 2025

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