Curator in Residence: FONDATION FIMINCO
Fondation Fiminco is launching an open call for international curators who can show a notable professional body of work, for a three-month research, creation and production residency taking place in Romainville (Seine-Saint-Denis). The planned residency period is from march to may 2024. The residency program is open to international curators of any age.
The curatorial residence is an integral part of Fondation Fiminco’s art residency program which hosts 12 international artists in residence all at once for a period of 11 months, from September 2023 to July 2024, as well as short- term residency programs in collaboration with institutional partners around the world.
The primary objective of the residency is to provide the curator with a unique setting for a research and creation work. The curator will have a work space, an individual furnished studio with an internet connection. As well as access to shared kitchen and living spaces
The residence creates stimulating environment, ideal for collaboration with other residents as well as external partners.
The Fiminco Fondation residency is intended to help artists and curators gain visibility on the French art scene and become part of a cultural network. The curator will be supported by the foundation's team throughout the residency.
SUPPORT FOR CURATORS IN RESIDENCE
ACCOMMODATION
The curator will be housed in a furnished studio with a private bathroom (between 20 and 25 square meters). They will also have access to communal kitchens and living areas.
GRANT
To support the research project, a research grant totaling 3,000€ (incl. VAT) will be awarded for the duration of the residency. A production grant of up to 1,000€ (incl. VAT) will also be awarded for the creation of an event, subject to approval by the Fondation.
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
The Fiminco Fondation offers support with any administrative formalities, such as visa applications, and can also help with the search for additional grants.
PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT
Professional support is provided as-needed basis and in line with the project being developed: research support, dissemination and communication support (individual videos presenting the curator and his or her research / work in progress).
TRANSPORT
To facilitate mobility, the Fiminco Fondation covers the cost of a round trip to and from the commissioner's country of origin. Funding is subject to a ceiling based on location, and reimbursement must be accompanied by documentary evidence (train or plane ticket, fuel costs, tolls, etc.). Limit on transport reimbursement: 300 € round trip: Europe / 800 € round trip: outside Europe.
SREENING AND SELECTION
A jury composed of professionals from the world of art and culture, as well as representatives of the Fondation Fiminco, will make a shortlist of candidates based on their application. The shortlisted curators will then be invited for an interview (via videoconference) in early January 2024.
CALENDAR
December 10, 2023 midnight, (CET) - Application deadline
Early january2024 - Jury and interviews with shortlisted candidate
End of January 2024 -Announcement of the selected candidate
March 2024 -Beginning of the residency
APPLICATION
To find out more about the application process please visit Fondation Fiminco website.