Short Description
The FSAS International Curator Residency programme provides contemporary international curators with accommodation and a stipend to live, work and network in Dublin, for a duration of 3-4 weeks. Through this award, FSAS is looking to grow its international network and provide collaboration opportunities for artists and arts practitioners based in Ireland. With the residency, FSAS aims to continue to expand the Irish art scene internationally, connecting with other communities, places and arts professionals who share some of the island’s concerns. This year, we are delighted to welcome artist Rosa-Johan Uddoh joining the FSAS team on the selection panel.
Eligibility
- Curators who are working independently or with institutions
- Curators who can spend time in Dublin for up to four weeks, and no less than three weeks
- Curators with a strong track record and over five years of experience in the field and/or working towards a significant project in relation to the residency
- Curators developing specific curatorial research/practice/relationships in Dublin/Ireland
How to Apply
Please send your application with the heading ‘International Curator Residency’ to apply@firestation.ie in a single PDF document, including the following items:
- A statement about your practice and explaining why you are interested in this residency, expanding on your research in relation to Irish visual arts
- A CV (3 pages max)
- Documentation of work (one or two recent projects)
- 2 preferred timeframes to visit us during 2026 from end of January onwards
- a short bio (100 words max) and a captioned image (300dpi) to announce your residency if awarded
- Please add a separate one-page document with your access requirements if needed
Program Benefits & Awards
- Free accommodation in a live/work studio located in Dublin’s historic north inner-city centre.
- Successful applicants will receive a stipend of €300 to support their stay in FSAS
- International curators create their own timetable of studio visits with FSAS resident artists and other cultural practitioners to suit their own work patterns, which can be done in advance. Where needed or desired, FSAS can help, such as in introductions to artists, art institutions, curators, and galleries in Dublin city and nationwide
Entry Fee
None
Location
Dublin, Ireland
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 12 November 2025
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