emerging curator program

The Emerging Curator Program is designed to discover curatorial talent in Los Angeles and provides opportunities for emerging curators to partner with LACE. Our team works with the selected Emerging Curator in developing the project as it evolves over the planning year, and collaborates on programming to ensure the work reaches its intended audiences. LACE provides space, project consultation, presentation assistance, budgeting guidance, and marketing and promotion. Since 2016, LACE has presented seven successful exhibitions by emerging curators based in Los Angeles (see links below).

Note: A Gmail account is required for the submission form. Call for 2023 Curatorial Proposals Timeline Apri 1, 2022 – Call for proposals opens June 20, 2022- Submissions close August 1, 2022- Notifications sent out Fall, 2023 – Project presented by emerging curator

Guidelines -The program is accepting curatorial proposals for an exhibition to be on view from 6-8 weeks at LACE’s renovated 2,200 sq ft. gallery. -Submissions must be consistent with LACE’s tradition of supporting experimental projects. -Individual curators or a curatorial team must be based in the Los Angeles region to apply. -Proposed artworks should be located in Southern California. -The project is limited to a $6,000 total budget, which includes a curatorial fee. Proposals must be designed with this budget in mind. -Online applications only; no in-person submissions are accepted. -Applicants are limited to one submission; there is no submission fee. -Proposals are limited to a maximum one-page description. -In addition to the description, include 3-7 visuals that represent your curatorial ideas; include images or embed web links in your final application. -The panel may request the submission of additional materials at a later date. Curators with artistic practices should not submit their own work.

How to apply? Submit a simple application form (available April 1) Prepare and attach a one-page proposal to the application form Submit visual attachments and/or links through the application form