Short Description
Black Church Emerging Curator Award is designed to provide a platform and support for emerging curatorial research and presentation.
Black Church Print Studio creates dynamic visual art exhibitions that situate printmaking as a critical practice in contemporary art. By commissioning exhibitions with guest curators, the programme embraces print practices across a spectrum, ranging from traditional techniques to experimental and expanded forms. The exhibitions take place on street level beneath the print studio in the heart of Temple Bar, making visible the inner workings of the studio environment. The artist selection includes work from Black Church Print Studio members and invited artists. These curators respond to printmaking practice with fresh eyes, bringing their own curatorial perspective and experience.
Eligibility
- Creative autonomy with a focus on Print and Expanded Print Practice
- Inclusion of BCPS artists at a minimum ratio of 1:1 to invited artists
- Provide curatorial text/essay for riso exhibition publication
- Available for duration of exhibition installation and preview
- Participate in a curator led public event/talk
- Participate in a ‘Meet the Curator’ private event (for Sponsor/Friends)
- Collaborate with BCPS on social media promotion
Submission Requirements
CV (2 page max)
Proposal of theme/concept for exhibition. (750 words max)
A short statement of interest in working with Black Church Print Studio (150 words max)
Images of proposed or related art works or other relevant imagery
Images of previous curatorial projects
How to Apply
Work can be submitted directly to info@blackchurchprint.ie
Program Benefits & Awards
- A €750 curatorial fee
- Equitable payments for all artists*
- 2.5-week exhibition slot at The Library Project with an additional week for installation/take down
- Accompanying public engagement programme, including a curator led public event/talk
- Private event for Sponsor/Friends
- Professionally designed graphics, invite, riso exhibition publication
- Exhibition publication printed in house using riso printing
- PR, Marketing, Social Media
- Technical installation support
- Administrative support
- Exhibition Preview Reception
- Exhibition Invigilation
Entry Fee
None
Location
Dublin, Ireland
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 30 May 2025
Website Link: https://www.blackchurchprint.ie/opportunity-emerging-curator-for-2026/
