The aim of the bangaloREsidency-Expanded initiative is, to establish long-term artistic exchange in a sustainable format that intensifies creative exchange through a novel practice of collaboration wherein Indian artists get to live and work in Germany, gain access to the art practice of the other culture and thereby enrich their own creativity.
Background
The bangaloREsidency-Expanded was conceived in 2017 to strengthen the sustainability of the bangaloREsidency project. In the extensive feedback rounds and discussions with the host organizations in India and bangaloREsidents, the need to promote and support artistic exchange in the opposite direction became clear. Through this residency, emerging Indian artists could benefit immensely from exposure to other cultures/art fields and it would also widen the scope of the residency project.
Programme
The bangaloREsidency-Expanded enables residencies in Germany for Indian artists living and working in Karnataka, Kerala and Goa. Selected artists usually spend 6 - 12 weeks with one of our partner organizations in Germany. Our cultural partners/partner organisations work in different art disciplines and are located across Germany.
Funding criteria
Young and emerging artists from all disciplines who live and work in Karnataka, Kerala or Goa.
International and local travel expenses including insurance
Daily allowance
Basic comfortable accommodation and atelier space
Infrastructural and networking support
Production costs of up to a maximum of 1500 € during the period of the residency in Germany.
There is an open call.
An expert jury shortlists the applications and the final selection is made in consultation with the German partner organisation.
Criteria:
Artists who are at the beginning of their career
Relevance of the project concept to the profile created by the host organisation
English proficiency of B2 level in order to easily communicate with your German counterparts, and to get around on your own in your new surroundings
Willingness to spend 6 to 12 weeks during the time frame suggested by the host organisation in Germany
Willingness to engage with the local community.
Curriculum vitae
Portfolio with links to selected projects
Applications to be submitted via the online portal of the Goethe-Institut (GAP)
Former residents are not eligible to apply for a second time.
If you have any questions about the application process, please read the FAQ or write to residency-bangalore@goethe.de
The next round of applications opens in 2027.
Slots for the next bangaloREsidency-Expanded will be announced in early 2027.