About the Open Call

In collaboration with ArtScene Trondheim, LKV offers a residency for critics writing about visual art, performing arts, music, and dance. The residency aims to highlight the role of art criticism and allows critics to immerse themselves in the local art scene. Selected participants stay for one month during March in a guest apartment and workspace. Responsibilities include giving a presentation and writing a text for publication on artscene.no, which is remunerated according to standard rates.

What is Offered

One-month accommodation in a guest apartment, workspace, a grant of NOK 15,000, and remuneration for published texts.

Requirements

Critics who write about visual art, performing arts, music, and dance residing in Nordic countries (excluding Trondheim-based critics). Participants must present their work and write a text for ArtScene Trondheim.

How to Apply

The open call opens in February 2026. Applicants should refer to the website or contact mail@lkv.no and post@artscene.no for submission instructions.