Current Open Calls
Otto Ditscher Prize 2025 for book illustration
Every four years, the Rhein-Pfalz district awards the Otto Ditscher Prize for outstanding achievements in the field of book illustration. The prize is endowed with EUR 7,500. In addition, a prize of EUR 1,500 will be awarded to book illustrators under the age of 40. The illustrations to be submitted must deal with one of […]
Call for proposals ‘Rose meets art’ – 2025
“Rose meets art” at the Europa-Rosarium Sangerhausen… From 26.06. – 10.08.2025, the largest rose collection in the world will be the backdrop for the large outdoor art exhibition “Rose meets Art” for the 6th time. The connection between the rose and art runs like a red thread through the over 120-year history of the Europa-Rosarium… […]
Open Call – Serendipity – About finding and searching
A group exhibition in July 2025 in the project space “BLECH.” Am Steintor 19, 06112 Halle (Saale) For a joint exhibition, we are looking for positions that see themselves as artistic research. Art that is based on research, art is used for research or Art whose products are research. The non-profit art association “Raum für […]
CLAIM Culture makes you strong. Alliances for education: “We can do art”
Under the title “We can do art”, the Bundesverband Bildender Künstlerinnen und Künstler e. V. (BBK), as a program partner of the BMBF, supports art projects of local alliances that are carried out by professional visual artists for children and young people whose educational opportunities are limited. In the projects, classical artistic techniques such as […]
Open call 2025 – Art in Horner Eck
Period: 2025 by arrangement / Exhibition fee: 500€ / Exhibition duration from 4 to 8 weeks / Application deadline: 28.02.2025 / For artists not based in Bremen, simple accommodation can be provided during the installation. Horner Eck is looking for unexpected positions from artists of all disciplines that deal with the questions and themes of […]
“Museum makes you strong”
With the program “Kultur macht stark. Bündnisse für Bildung” program, the Federal Ministry of Education and Research has been funding extracurricular cultural education projects for children and young people who have little access to it since 2013. 27 program partners from education, culture and social services implement the program and support local projects that are […]
Further training for designers in the skilled trades
BECOME A DESIGNER:IN YOUR CRAFT! ‘Trying out things and materials, refining personal perception, getting to know the approaches of others, exchanging ideas, networking knowledge, getting space for ideas – regardless of customer wishes and orders. Acquire new things, enrich the familiar – economically and personally. The ‘Designer in Crafts’ training course is open to all […]
Yes AI CanFestival for digital art & performance
projekte.art invites artists and interdisciplinary teams to submit digital artworks and performances for the first edition of the “Yes AI Can” festival. From September 25 to 28, 2025, the Nikolaikirche Rostock will be the venue for an art festival that combines exhibitions, performing arts and happenings. We are looking for works in the fields of […]
Project call HALLIANZ for Diversity 2025
Active for a democratic urban society? Applications for funding for projects with a minimum application amount of 3,000 euros can be submitted until March 1, 2025. HALLIANZ for Diversity supports engagement for more democracy, diversity, encounters and solidarity in Halle (Saale) and against racism, discrimination and misanthropy. In addition to the various HALLIANZ funding funds […]
OPEN CALL FOR THE EXHIBITION “WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER”
BACKGROUNDIn the planned group exhibition “We’re All in This Together”, the GEH8 art and culture center is devoting itself to the current discourse on social cohesion and the perceived division of society. In our time, social, political and economic differences are becoming increasingly visible and are being discussed more intensively. The theme for the year […]
Barcelona Experimental Hub
The Barcelona Experimental Hub Open Call invites photographers and artists worldwide to submit their creative, alternative and experimental photography projects. This open call offers a unique opportunity to explore the future of photography – without thematic restrictions – allowing for a wide range of innovative and unconventional work. Whether you are an established professional or […]
KUNSTMARKT Friedrichsrode
For over three decades, the KUNSTMARKT has been held on the third Saturday in June in the small half-timbered village of Friedrichsrode between Nordhausen and Mühlhausen in northern Thuringia. For a single day, the entire town, which is then closed to through traffic, is transformed into a colorful promenade and cultural mile. Numerous stalls along […]
Course plant database spring 2025
In spring 2025, the BBK Saxony-Anhalt is offering a new fee-based course for artists, heirs and estate administrators under the direction of art historian Katharina Lorenz M.A., which consists of three dates. The following documents must be submitted for the application: Letter of motivation, short biography, list of exhibitions, list of publications, digital image of […]
Open Call: Wiesbaden Photo Days
The OPEN CALL for the exhibitions of the 13th Wiesbadener Fototage is in full swing! We are inviting photographers and artists to submit photo or video projects on the festival theme “Future? What future?!”. What can the selected applicants expect? Among other things : International promotion An exhibition during the Wiesbadener Fototage from August 23 […]
Workshop: Bread in process
Ciabatta, pretzel, yufka or toast? Bread shapes our society. In Germany alone, an average of 74.5 kg of this staple food is consumed per capita every year. It not only reflects our individual tastes, but also cultural, economic and ecological interdependencies. Bread is also seen as a link between humans and nature, as a symbol […]
Annual conference of the knowledge platform kubi-online: Cultural education – an oasis of resonance?
Approaches and limits of the world relationship The Akademie der Kulturellen Bildung des Bundes und des Landes NRW is hosting the annual conference of the kubi-online knowledge platform in Remscheid from March 17 – 18, 2025. Based on impulses from the sociologist Hartmut Rosa, we would like to explore the question of the extent to […]
KUNSTSALON 2025 Motto: MACHT & OHNMACHT
The KUNSTSALON 2024 – SINE LOCO III / ABSURD BIS ZYNISCH: ALSO ROSA is a survey of contemporary art. We show what is being created in the studios today, independent of third-party assessments, in keeping with the tradition of the Paris Salons, when artists stood up to the dictates of dealers and museum curators. On […]
Halle Association Forum 2025
The association forum once again offers a wide range of practical know-how for association life, networking opportunities and information on current topics relating to the promotion of volunteering in Halle. You can look forward to a variety of workshops in which you can learn more about funding opportunities for your project, the legal framework, AI […]
Open Call: Künstlerstadt Kalbe is looking for an intern
The City of Artists Kalbe is looking for an intern for the 11th International Wintercampus. The internship (can be chosen for 4, 5 or 6 weeks – core period 24.2.-23.3.) includes the supervision and support of the national and international artists and the preparation of the studio tours (each Saturday from 2 p.m., Gerichtstr. 31 […]
Call for participation in the Europe Weeks in May 2025
In his capacity as Saxony-Anhalt’s Minister for Europe, Rainer Robra is calling for the diverse European references in our region to be presented to the public and for current European issues to be introduced into the public discourse in a creative way. The call is aimed at committed associations, institutions and organizations in Saxony-Anhalt. It […]
Confidence & light of hope: an art competition full of good wishes
We believe in the healing, comforting and strengthening effect of art, even in the most difficult phases of life. The children we care for with their families at the Children’s Palliative Care Center suffer from life-threatening, often very rare diseases. We care for many patients for years, some only towards the end of their lives. […]
Early Bird registration for KUNST/MITTE 2025
An Early Bird application is possible until March 31, 2025; the regular application phase for KUNSTMITTE 2025 will start on April 1. Dear gallery owners and artists, some of you have been with us for quite some time, some of you have been with us from the very beginning. For us as the organization team […]
MikroKulturFonds Saxony-Anhalt
Achieving great things with small projects – that is the motto of the MikroKulturFonds Sachsen-Anhalt. It supports and promotes micro-projects in the cultural sector, makes civic engagement visible and aims to encourage new and young initiatives to be active and creative. The fund is open until March 31, 2025. You can find the application form, […]
Chiaroscuro
Photographers are invited to submit their work for Chiaroscuro: The Art of Light and Shadow – a curated exhibition celebrating the striking interplay of light and dark. This exhibition explores the timeless power of contrast and how light and shadow shape emotion, narrative and visual impact. From dramatic silhouettes to subtle tonal gradations, we are […]
Art & AI – Fund for new artistic perspectives on AI and society
With its “Art & AI” program, the German Federal Cultural Foundation supports the development and implementation of at least ten projects of excellence. The fund, which is open to applications, is aimed at contemporary cultural institutions and independent artist groups from all disciplines (not individual artists). In addition to the fund, the program includes workshops, […]
Qualification programme to promote inclusive access processes in cultural organizations
From July 2024 to June 2027, Un-Label will offer three to four cultural organizations each year a comprehensive qualification to implement their inclusive opening process. The program takes place as part of the nationwide Access Maker – Innovation Hub project. Cultural organizations wishing to apply have the opportunity to benefit from our wide range of […]
Course plant database spring 2025
In spring 2025, the BBK Saxony-Anhalt is offering a new fee-based course for artists, heirs and estate administrators under the direction of art historian Katharina Lorenz M.A., which consists of three dates. The following documents must be submitted for the application: Letter of motivation, short biography, list of exhibitions, list of publications, digital image of […]
Course plant database spring 2025
In spring 2025, the BBK Saxony-Anhalt is offering a new fee-based course for artists, heirs and estate administrators under the direction of art historian Katharina Lorenz M.A., which consists of three dates. The following documents must be submitted for the application: Letter of motivation, short biography, list of exhibitions, list of publications, digital image of […]
Funding program “EUJA! Initiative projects for the Capital of Culture year”
Under the title “EUJA! Initiative projects for the European Capital of Culture year”, the funding program supports projects in the 30 intervention areas, the urban development project of the European Capital of Culture, as well as initiatives throughout the city and in the digital space. The program is based on three pillars. The special fund […]
Call for proposals KUNSTFONDS_Werkverzeichnung
Visual artists, artist duos and their legal successors can apply for funding to create a digital catalog raisonné until May 31, 2025. The KUNSTFONDS_Werkverzeichnung funding program promotes the digital documentation of artistic life’s work that is of supra-regional importance and high artistic relevance. All measures that are necessary to implement the catalog raisonné are eligible […]
Course plant database spring 2025
In spring 2025, the BBK Saxony-Anhalt is offering a new fee-based course for artists, heirs and estate administrators under the direction of art historian Katharina Lorenz M.A., which consists of three dates. The following documents must be submitted for the application: Letter of motivation, short biography, list of exhibitions, list of publications, digital image of […]
Curating certificate course
Course from May 16 – July 19, 2025 Exhibitions on art, culture or socially and scientifically relevant topics inspire a large audience and provide impetus for current discourse. The venues, formats and professional fields of curating have expanded considerably in recent years. The Curating course picks up on this development and offers a comprehensive introduction […]
Early Bird registration for KUNST/MITTE 2025
An Early Bird application is possible until March 31, 2025; the regular application phase for KUNSTMITTE 2025 will start on April 1. Dear gallery owners and artists, some of you have been with us for quite some time, some of you have been with us from the very beginning. For us as the organization team […]
Exhibition opportunity in Wernigerode (without appointment)
Our member Frank Täubner gives the following information: “I would like to inform you about an exhibition opportunity in the Bürgerpark Wernigerode, where there is an exhibition space and many tourists visit the park every day. This is a good and easy opportunity for artists who are looking for exhibition opportunities. There are four to […]
Global Forest Residence (ongoing possible)
The premises of Martin Kippenberger’s former studio are used by Global Forest as the artists’ residence at Friedrichstrasse 5a. Since May 2019, national and international artists have been given the opportunity to deepen their artistic practice, explore new themes, develop new works on site and exhibit or present them as part of a funded residency. […]
Promotion of aktion mensch (possible on an ongoing basis)
Until 2026, small local projects in areas such as art and culture that make a concrete contribution to the funding priority of inclusion are to be supported with up to 5,000 euros. The funding period is between one day and twelve months. In particular, Aktion Mensch e.V. invites initiatives and associations that have not yet […]
Frau*Now – Women start up now!
We want to strengthen female entrepreneurship in Halle (Saale) and the surrounding area. Let’s make room for creative women and turn dreams into reality together. Frau*Now is aimed at women of all ages, backgrounds and educational levels. We accompany you from brainstorming to the growth phase. In this project, we are focusing primarily on networking […]
Micro-grant program of the German Foundation for Commitment and Volunteering
DSEE funding program for structurally weak and rural areas Do your volunteers need an extra dose of recognition? Do you have a good idea for recruiting more volunteers for your initiative? You finally want to do this training and put your club work on a secure footing? You don’t need much, but you can’t do […]
Open Call: Urban Dance Festival Magdeburg
The state capital of Magdeburg is still looking for creative ideas from the city’s artists and cultural workers for the supporting program of the Urban Dance World Championships! A total of around €30,000 is available for this purpose, which has been taken or reserved from the municipal funding pot for the independent cultural scene and […]
Community Fund Future Paths East (without deadline)
Fast, uncomplicated and without own funds: The micro-project funding of the Zukunftswege Ost joint fund starts on July 1, 2024. At least 100 projects are to be supported with up to 5,000 euros. Applications are possible on an ongoing basis. The first payments are planned for September. In the long term, the fund is to […]
Open pop-up store at Halle (Saale) main station
A store in Halle (Saale) main station will be vacant from 2025. As the owner, Deutsche Bahn would like to establish this store as a pop-up store with changing tenants from the creative industries. The store’s opening hours are not tied to the station’s core opening hours (Mon – Sun from 9:00 to 20:00) and […]