Fellowship

Venice Biennale 2028 Expressions of Interest

Venice, Italy
Creative Australia
Deadline: August 4, 2026

About This Opportunity

Creative Australia is seeking artistic proposals for the Australia Pavilion at the 62nd International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia (Venice Biennale) in 2028. The call is open to Australian citizens or permanent residents who have an established practice and a strong exhibition history. Proposals must be submitted by a team consisting of at least one artist and one curator (the same person cannot act as both). The selection process has two stages: Stage One (applications open 24 June 2026, close 4 August 2026) and Stage Two (applications open 9 September 2026, close 2 October 2026). Successful applicants will receive a Venice Artist Fellowship of AUD 100,000 and a Venice Curator Fellowship of AUD 50,000, with additional travel and accommodation support for Venice. Shortlisted Stage One applicants receive AUD 5,500 to develop their proposals further. The commissioned project will be exhibited in the Australia Pavilion from May to November 2028, with Creative Australia providing production budgeting, freight, installation, PR, and marketing support. Applicants must submit a portfolio, CVs, visual material, and supporting documents via the Fluxx application system. The call emphasizes sustainability, First Nations cultural protocols, and audience engagement. The opportunity is a one‑off commission, not a recurring or rolling call.

Restrictions

Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents; must include at least one artist and one curator (cannot be the same person); individuals and groups allowed; organisations not eligible; must have an established practice with exhibition history.

What's Offered

A$100,000.00
Housing Provided
Travel Support

Additional Resources

Exhibition at the Australia Pavilion (May–Nov 2028), travel and accommodation support, production budget, freight, installation, PR and marketing assistance.

Tags

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