Organizer Information:

All About Curating (AAC) is a Berlin-based curatorial initiative founded by Mahzabin Haque. It is a global platform dedicated to decentralizing curatorial knowledge and exploring innovative methods of collaboration by transcending geographical, cultural, and institutional boundaries.

Title & Description:

Applications are open for the Art Intensive Berlin 2026 (Spring) program.

This four-week educational program invites international artworkers to experience Berlin's dynamic art ecosystem. The initiative aims to demystify institutional cultures, foster cross-cultural exchange, and empower participants to navigate the contemporary art world more confidently.

Participants will engage in institutional visits with curators, directors, and founders of leading museums, galleries, and project spaces. The program culminates in a public symposium on April 30th, where participants will present the personal projects they developed during the intensive.

Category:

Education / Curatorial

(Open to curators, researchers, collectors, artists, writers, photographers, creative managers, and gallerists).

Eligibility:

  • Who: Open to international artworkers.
  • Age Limit: None.
  • Selection: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early submissions are highly prioritized (especially for those requiring visas or external funding).

Program Benefits & Awards:

  • Access: Exclusive guided tours, behind-the-scenes access, and a yearly pass for unlimited visits to Berlin’s state museums.
  • Mentorship: 1:1 personalized mentorship to develop a personal project.
  • Workshops: Educational sessions on grant and funding opportunities in Berlin and Germany.
  • Networking: Direct exposure and connection with Berlin-based and international art professionals.
  • Showcase: Opportunity to present your project at a public symposium at the end of the program.

Application Fee:

Free to apply.

Program Costs:

  • Participation Fee: €1,200 (Covers all program-related costs).
  • Participant Responsibility: Flights, accommodation (est. €450–€700/month), local transportation (€58/month), food (est. €300/month), and health insurance are not included. AAC does not offer internal scholarships but will provide support documents for external grant applications.

Application Requirements:

To apply, candidates must complete the official online Google Form. Applicants will be notified of their selection results within 72 hours of submission.

Key Dates:

  • Application Deadline: February 28, 2026 (Rolling review).
  • Program Dates: April 1 – April 30, 2026.

Location:

Berlin, Germany.

Contact Information:

Website: All About Curating (AAC)