Call for Application: Goethe-Institut Studio Quantum Residency Programme 2024: (Deadline 11 February, 2024)

Studio Quantum is an international events and artist-in-residence programme from the Goethe-Institut, exploring emerging quantum technologies through the lens of art.?Studio Quantum is exploring important cultural, ethical and ecological questions around the impact of quantum technologies. The project consists of three key strands: residencies, events and a project showcase.

The programme and accompanying event series will explore the impact of quantum computing on sustainability and climate change, the relationship between quantum technologies and artificial intelligence, as well as data security and data encryption.

The Studio Quantum residences in 2024 are open to artists based in the following project locations: Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Nigeria, India (States of Karnataka and Kerala) & South Africa.?One artist will be selected to represent each location. During the residencies, artists will be invited to travel to a different location and incorporate quantum technologies into the subject matter of their work and/or create work using quantum technologies, accessed via the cloud. Artists are also invited to explore new techniques and methods of artistic production enabled by quantum technologies.

About Goethe Institut

The Goethe-Institut is the Federal Republic of Germany’s cultural institute, active worldwide. We promote the study of German abroad and encourage international cultural exchange.

Goethe-Institut Studio Quantum Residency Programme

Aim and Benefits of Goethe-Institut Studio Quantum Residency Programme

• 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.

Requirements for Goethe-Institut Studio Quantum Residency Programme Qualification

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+)

Interview date, Process and Venue for Goethe-Institut Studio Quantum Residency Programme

Documents Required for Application

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.

Application Deadline

11 February, 2024

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Goethe Institut on gap-online.goethe.de to applyFor more details,visit OFFICIAL LINK