International Open Call for Artists: Tentacular Fellowship 2026–2027, Venice, Italy | €26,000 Research Fellowship

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Fully Funded Research Fellowship for International Artists and Researchers in Venice, Italy

Applications are now open for the Tentacular Fellowship 2026–2027, a prestigious international fellowship based in Venice, Italy. This 15-month initiative supports artists, researchers, curators, collectives, educators, ecological practitioners, and interdisciplinary creatives interested in developing long-term projects connected to the social, cultural, and environmental realities of the Venetian Lagoon. 



About the Tentacular Fellowship

The Tentacular Fellowship is an initiative-building program designed to support experimental, collaborative, and community-driven projects that create meaningful ecological and social impact within the Venice Lagoon. Rather than funding a standalone artwork, the fellowship encourages participants to develop long-term initiatives that engage local communities, institutions, researchers, and civic organizations. 

The selected fellow or collective will establish a Tentacular Unit, a collaborative platform bringing together artists, students, researchers, local communities, and institutions around a shared socio-environmental challenge. 



Location

📍 Venice, Italy

Activities will be based at Ocean Space and in collaboration with Ca’ Foscari University of Venice. 



Duration

🗓 15 Months

September 2026 – November 2027

Phase 1: Incubation

September 2026 – December 2026

Phase 2: Activation

January 2027 – November 2027 




Funding and Benefits

Total Fellowship Support: €26,000

The fellowship includes:

✅ €3,000 Research Grant (Phase 1)

✅ €8,000 Development Grant (Phase 2)

✅ €15,000 Project Activation Budget

✅ Access to Ocean Space resources and infrastructure

✅ Professional networking opportunities

✅ Institutional support and collaboration opportunities

✅ Production and communication support

✅ Opportunity to create long-term impact projects in Venice Lagoon 



Who Can Apply?

Applications are welcome from:

▪️Visual Artists

▪️Curators

▪️Researchers

▪️Collectives

▪️Educators

▪️Ecological Practitioners

▪️Community-Based Practitioners

▪️Interdisciplinary Creatives

▪️Socially Engaged Artists


Applicants from all countries worldwide are encouraged to apply. Residency in Venice is not required. 


Project Focus Areas

Projects may address themes such as:

▪️Ecology and Environmental Sustainability

▪️Climate Adaptation

▪️Biodiversity

▪️Water Management

▪️Community Engagement

▪️Civic Participation

▪️Ecological Justice

▪️Rights of Nature

▪️Social Innovation

▪️Public Programming

▪️Cultural Research

▪️Lagoon Conservation


Projects should demonstrate potential for long-term regenerative impact within the Venice Lagoon. 



Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

1. Motivation Statement & Short Bio

Maximum 1 page

2. Project Plan

Maximum 2 pages

Should include:

▪️Project Background

▪️Phase 1 Activities

▪️Phase 2 Activities

▪️Potential Collaborators

▪️Intended Impact


3. CV / Portfolio

Maximum 3 pages

Applications must be submitted in English or Italian. 


Selection Criteria

Applications will be evaluated based on:

▪️Relevance to Venice Lagoon challenges

▪️Regenerative ecological and social impact

▪️Collaborative approach

▪️Feasibility and clarity

▪️Community engagement potential

▪️Long-term legacy and sustainability

▪️Interdisciplinary innovation 



Application Deadline

📅 5 July 2026

🕚 23:59 CET 


Official Website

For complete guidelines and eligibility details, visit the official website:

https://tba21.org/oceanspace-research-tentacular-fellowship


Apply Here

Submit your application through the official application portal:

https://tba21.org/oceanspace-research-tentacular-fellowship






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