The CYCLE UP! project invites artists to apply for the residency programme
The CYCLE UP! project, organised by the Goethe-Institut, Czech Centres, BoMiasto, PUNKT, and Tartu 2024, launches an open call to find artists for the 2025 artist residency program focused on sustainable urban mobility and bicycle culture. Scheduled between May and June 2025, the residencies will take place in four cities – Tartu (Estonia), Katowice (Poland), Broumov and České Budějovice (Czechia).
The residency allows artists to develop creative projects that inspire local communities and policymakers to envision inclusive, bike-friendly urban spaces. Each residency prioritises sustainability in all phases, from travel and production to community engagement, and offers comprehensive support, including accommodation, travel reimbursement, a financial contribution, studio space, and assistance with materials and audience outreach.
Artists selected for the program will explore and address each city’s unique cycling-related challenges, using artistic research to design impactful interventions in public spaces that resonate with local audiences. Applicants should be creative, open-minded, and willing to engage with the community, with prior artistic experience and proficiency in English (B2 level).
The application deadline is January 7, 2025, with final selections announced in February.
Detailed information on eligibility, application requirements, and funding can be found on the CYCLE UP! website, where applicants can also view results from the 2024 residency participants.
CYCLE UP! is co-funded by the European Union.
