Kunststipendium der Stadt Moers

The Cultural Affairs Department of the City of Moers has established an arts grant for the first time in 2024 as part of the ‘Borderland Residencies’ programme. Under the motto “artists as guests of artists”, it invites artists recommended by experts from the Borderland network to discover the city, develop a site-specific project and to network with the city’s art scene. This year the founders of DAS SEEWER MUSEUM, Angelika Petri and Frank Merks (sculptor), are providing a flat and studio. Das Seewerk is an independent forum and sculpture park for contemporary art. Located on an 18,000-square-meter scenic site by a lake, it showcases large exhibitions blending established and young artists, including collaborations with institutions like the Kunstakademie Düsseldorf. It also houses the Anatol Museum, dedicated to the late sculptor Anatol Herzfeld.

Grant:  1.000 € each month, 3 month (Sept. – Nov.)

The cultural city of Moers thrives on the commitment of self-organized creative people and associations who, beyond established institutions, realize exciting ideas as freelancers. It enjoys an international reputation in particular thanks to the renowned Moers Festival and the award-winning productions of the Schlosstheater Moers.

The studio’s size changes from year to year, depending on the host. Guest artists are provided with a guest room inside a private studio complex. Towards the end of a residency, the Cultural Office helps with organizing an exhibition.

An informal application is possible at any time. The next selection procedure will start in spring 2025. There is no age limit for applicants, but only professional, international artists qualify for the programme. The application deadline is March 2025.