Open Call: The Oberhausen Seminar 2027

The Oberhausen Seminar 2027 is an experimental five‑day course (27 April – 2 May 2027) that investigates how moving images can be integrated into contemporary artistic practice. Hosted by the International Short Film Festival Oberhausen, the seminar brings together up to 25 international artists, filmmakers, curators and scholars whose work focuses on artist films and moving‑image practice. Participants will view selected works, discuss distribution infrastructures, and explore curatorial and critical parameters in daily sessions. The programme is led by Hong Kong‑based artist, curator and scholar Linda Chiu‑han Lai and includes a festival pass, refreshments and lunch. Applications require a description of the applicant’s work, motivation and relevant project examples. The deadline for submissions is 31 January 2027, with selections announced in March 2027. The seminar fee of €275 covers all sessions, the festival pass and meals. The working language is English. This call is part of the thirteenth edition of the seminar, indicating an annual recurring format.

Seminar sessions, festival pass, refreshments, lunch

Open to international artists, filmmakers, curators and scholars working with moving images (artist films); limited to 25 participants; English language required