TAKE on Art with the support of Swiss Arts Council Pro Helvetia presents Art Writers’ Award 2023
Deadline: 31 October 2023
Research residency in Switzerland: 14 April-14 June 2024
Send your applications to takeonartmag@gmail.com

AWARD DETAILS

We welcome applications from writers and researchers from India who demonstrate a strong inclination towards critical writing in the fields of visual arts selected candidate will be awarded:

+ A residency of up to 60 days at Villa Sträuli, Winterthur, Switzerland with all expenses covered including return airfare, cost of accommodation, a per diem, as well as travel allowance within Switzerland.
+ A Swiss mentor will be appointed to recommend people and spaces relevant to the recipient’s field of research.
+ Introduction to and facilitation of access to archives, museums, galleries, institutions, artists, writers, and curators.
+ The selected applicant is expected to submit a research paper for publication or a proposal for a curatorial project within three months of the completion of the residency.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

+ Applicants must be Indian citizens.
+ Applicants should have a proven track record in art research and writing.
+ Applicants should be available to attend the residency in Switzerland.
+ There is no age limit.

APPLICATION PROCESS

+ The applicant must submit the complete application with the following details in a single PDF file (maximum size: 10 MB) to takeonartmag@gmail.com by 31 October 2023.
* Four published articles along with the link or scanned copy.
* A residency proposal (500-1000 words) explaining how you intend to make use of your time in Switzerland as well as the research outcomes you foresee.
* Short bio (150-200 words) and CV.
* A motivation letter (400 words) explaining your interest in critical writing and research.