OPEN CALLS: Applications Open For Artists & Curators with Prize 100,000 USD
The Abraaj Group announced that applications for artists and curators are open for the next edition of the Abraaj Group Art Prize. The 10th Edition of the Prize, taking place at Art Dubai 2018, will feature a reviewed timeline and guidelines for applying artists and curators, as well as a new jury. Artists from the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia region are invited to apply with a proposal for a new, original, unrealized work that will be revealed at Art Dubai 2018. One winning artist will be awarded a 100,000 USD prize to create a major new commission. Three shortlisted artists will also be chosen to receive a cash prize of 10,000 USD and showcase their work alongside the winning work in a thematic exhibition. Experienced International and Regional Curators: are also invited to apply to become Guest Curator of the Abraaj Group Art Prize 2018, a role that includes curating the group exhibition at Art Dubai 2018 and producing an accompanying publication. The winning Curator receives a $15,000 curatorial fee to curate an exhibition showcasing a selection of works by the three shortlisted artists and the winning artist’s work, which is revealed at Art Dubai 2018. Following the 2018 exhibition, the commissioned work will become part of the Abraaj Group Art Collection. Reflecting its importance, the new timeline will allow artists and curators more time to create proposals and create the ambitious projects. The applications for both artists and curators opened on Ma14/3/17, during the eleventh edition of Art Dubai.
Deadline of applications for artists: 19/5/17
Deadline of applications for curators: 16/4/17
Artists and curators apply here