Künstlerstadt Kalbe, an innovative project in the Altmark region (Saxony-Anhalt) with the goal of countering demographic change through art and culture, is awarding scholarships for a working residency.
In accordance with the concept of a social plastic referring to Joseph Beuys, Künstlerstadt Kalbe sees itself as a place where the creative power of art is to be unleashed in order to build a free, sustainable and liveable society.
For six weeks from 22 July – 27 August 2023, national and international artists of all disciplines (fine arts, literature, performing arts, music, film, photography, media art, interdisciplinary projects) are invited to participate in such a social sculpture in Kalbe and to contribute their own project ideas.
A scholarship includes:
- Free accommodation for the scholarship holders.
- Temporary, exceptional studios and working spaces.
- Basic stock of working materials, tools and technical equipment.
- Funding of a travel allowance and, if applicable, a supplement to the visa fee (exclusively for scholarships arriving from abroad).
- Artist sponsorship of a Kalbenser during the stay.
- Possibility to exhibit your own works in the gallery ‘die 8’.
The call is addressed to national and international artists, collectives or students of all disciplines: fine arts, literature, performing arts, music, film, photography, media art, interdisciplinary projects without age restriction.
