EMB’s Artist-in-Residence Programme

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The European Marine Board (EMB) is seeking two artists or groups of artists for the 2025-2026 edition of the EMBracing the Ocean artist-in-residence programme. This initiative supports artists working in diverse disciplines to co-create work with ocean scientists, aiming to:

  1. Raise societal awareness of the ocean.
  2. Inspire sustainable behavior.
  3. Provide new insights and perspectives on marine science. The selected artists will receive a grant of €10,000 to support their residency over a 12-month period.

 

Information & Application Details:

Application deadline: February 17, 2025

 

Eligibility:

  • Open to artists from all disciplines (visual, literary, performing, traditional, and indigenous arts).
  • Applications are welcome from both emerging and established artists.
  • Prior experience in co-creation with scientists and/or sustainability-related projects is desirable.
  • Applicants must collaborate with at least one ocean scientist (affiliated with a research institution or university) who agrees to participate in the project.

 

Theme:

The programme focuses on co-creation between artists and ocean scientists, exploring ocean-related themes such as:

  • Marine ecosystem conservation and restoration
  • Ocean pollution and climate change
  • Sustainable fisheries and resource management
  • Raising societal awareness and emotional connection to the ocean

 

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit an application through the official online form before midnight CET on February 17, 2025.

 

Submission Requirements:

Applicants need to provide:

  1. Proposal Summary (150 words max.)
  2. Detailed Description (500 words max.) – including topic of interest, co-creation approach, and collaborating scientist details.
  3. Public Engagement Plan (150 words max.) – target audience, awareness-building strategies, and impact plans.
  4. Description of Creative Practice (150 words max.) – artistic background, impact, and relevant work.
  5. Previous Collaborations or Motivation (150 words max.) – experience working with scientists and sustainability topics.
  6. Provisional Monthly Timeline – expected activities over 12 months.
  7. Provisional Budget – estimated costs for artist fees, materials, travel, etc.
  8. Letter of Agreement from a collaborating scientist.
  9. Artist(s) CV
  10. Portfolio (optional) – up to 5 MB file in PDF/MP3/wav/zip formats.

 

Selection Process:

  • Applications will be reviewed by the EMBracing the Ocean Committee.
  • Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an online interview on March 24-25, 2025, along with their scientific collaborators.
  • Selection criteria include:
    • Quality and feasibility of proposal.
    • Artistic merit and previous work.
    • Co-creation potential between art and science.
    • Audience reach and societal impact.
    • Longevity of impact beyond the residency.
  • The committee will ensure diversity in art forms, topics, target audiences, gender, and geographical representation.

 

Programme Benefits:

  • €10,000 grant for each selected artist/group.
  • Remote residency with possible travel for scientific collaboration and events.
  • Opportunity to present work at EMB meetings and ocean-related events.
  • Collaboration with leading ocean scientists to develop meaningful, impactful work.
  • Promotion and dissemination via EMB’s networks and social media.

 

Contact & Resources:

For application details and frequently asked questions, visit the EMBracing the Ocean website. In case of technical issues, applicants can contact info@marineboard.eu.

 

Website link:

https://www.marineboard.eu/open-calls

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