Apply to Visual Dynamics Labs Programs

Visual Dynamics Labs welcomes applications from artists, scholars, curators, filmmakers, and cultural practitioners interested in global artistic exchange and collaborative research.

Participants join an international cohort working across Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

Venice Research Lab

Visual Dynamics Labs I: Venice

May 6–9, 2026

A four-day research laboratory examining global exhibition infrastructures during the Venice Biennale press opening.

Black Art School Europe

Amsterdam 2026

A week-long international summer school exploring Black artistic practice, pedagogy, and cultural futures.

Who Should Apply

We welcome applicants from a wide range of backgrounds including:

  • artists

  • curators

  • scholars

  • art writers

  • filmmakers

  • graduate students

  • cultural organizers

Participants should have an interest in contemporary art, visual culture, and transnational cultural exchange.

What Participants Receive

Participants receive:

  • participation in an international research cohort

  • seminars and workshops led by artists and scholars

  • opportunities for collaboration and networking

  • involvement in documentary and research projects

  • access to public events and discussions