Goethe-Institut Studio Quantum Residency Programme 2024 for Fellowship

Eligibility Criteria

Artists applying to the Studio Quantum artist-in-residence programme should: 

• Have an interest in technology and innovation, demonstrated through previous work.
• Be established in their practice.
• Be interested in learning about or developing their understanding of quantum technologies. 
• Be motivated to work with experts and partners in cultural, educational and tech sectors.
• Contribute to a new global network of experts, cultural partners, scientist and artists to share their findings/work in a professional setting.
• Participate in one event (format tbc – interview, presentation, discussion etc) as part of their residency.
• The artists selected should be willing to participate in or contribute to a project showcase in Germany in November 2024. For the artists participating in the residencies in autumn 2024, this can include remote participation and presentation of preliminary findings.
• Be proficient in English (C1+)

Offered Benefits

• As part of their residency, artists will be invited to take part in a tutorial comprised of two weekly sessions over a period of eight weeks. Experts from around the world in both the cultural sector and the field of quantum technologies will present at the tutorial.  
• In addition to the tutorial, artists should be willing to independently arrange meetings or calls with the experts in technology, research and cultural organisations throughout their residency time. Where possible, the Goethe-Institut will assist with contacts.
• Each artist will participate in one event organised by the Goethe-Institut during their residency time. (e.g. a talk, a presentation of preliminary work or approaches, participation at a local festival, an interview or networking event).
• A production budget of up to 3000 EUR, travel costs, accommodation and an honorarium will be provided for all Studio Quantum artists-in-residence.  
• Travel costs will be covered according to distance (incl. any/all luggage, transfers, local transport etc.).The final amount allocated will be dependent on distance travelled.

Application Process

Required Documents:

The following documents and materials should be prepared for the Studio Quantum application:  

1. A short proposal outlining the focus of the residency time and what you would hope to achieve, research, develop or create.

2. Indicate which theme your proposal aligns with the most: 

• Quantum technologies, sustainability and climate change.
• Quantum technologies and artificial intelligence.
• Quantum technologies, data security and data encryption.
• Wildcard 

3. An indication of the preferred residency location (Number one is the first choice, then number two, and so on. E.g., 1. Lagos, 2. Karlsruhe 3. Dublin).Artists should fill out all three locations.

  4. A proposed production budget of up to 3000 EUR for the residency period relating to the outline above that covers any materials required.  

5. An up-to-date C.V. including links to websites and previous work.  

We kindly ask for the following documents to be submitted in the form of one continuous PDF document (max. 4 pages in total).  

• Artist CV + artist bio – max 2 pages 
• Artist Proposal + Budget – max 2 pages
• You will be prompted to create a profile on gap-online.goethe.de.See below for link. 

Please note:

• Submitting a proposed production budget does not guarantee that all costs will be covered.
• Location preferences will be taken into consideration but cannot be guaranteed. 
• All proposals should be original concepts and ideas.