Description of the project
Fotofestival Lenzburg aims to foster dialogue around photography and to give young photographers a platform of national and international relevance to showcase their work and their skills as image-makers. This fundamental value is at the core of launching a new edition of the “Bold and Talented” Programme; a project supported by the BAT Foundation.
The goal of the “Bold and Talented” Programme is to scout and pair four promising young curators with four emerging artists. Under the mentorship of the Festival’s curatorial team, each pair will develop and realise an exhibition that interprets the theme of this edition of the Festival: “Forever Happy.” Read more about the theme here.
Important information
Selection criteria for curators
- A curriculum that includes relevant subjects such as photography, curatorship, scenography, or architecture.
- A recommendation from a university tutor or curatorial mentor in a related field, accompanied by a brief cover letter containing an initial interpretation of the theme.
- A portfolio of completed projects, if applicable.
- Availability to travel to and stay in Lenzburg during the Opening of the Festival and events from “Bold and Talented” Programme. The candidate should also be available on other dates as necessary for the project.
Benefits for the selected curators
- Two introductory sessions featuring workshops, site visits, and team-building activities will take place in June and September, with accommodation and meals covered by the Festival.
- Personal tutoring from the Festival curatorial team throughout the project development process.
- Technical support from the Festival in the planning and implementation of projects (all production costs are covered by the Festival).
- Coverage of accommodation and food costs during visits to Lenzburg, plus a grant of 500 CHF to support personal and travel expenses.
- Invitation to Festival events, as well as the opportunity to meet with experts in the field both through workshops and networking events in the Festival.
Impressions
Here you can find pictures from the meetings of the BAT participants and the final exhibitions at the last Fotofestival Lenzburg edition.
Take a look at the projects and curators of the previous editions here.
BAT Programm 2023