European Cooperation Projects Small Scale

How to Apply

Submit via online form LINK TO THE APPLICATION FORM by March 15th, 2026 at 23h59 CET

Required documents:


CV | Portfolio (5 most relevant works) | Visual materials illustrating your proposal | Provisional production budget

Before applying:


Attend the Info Session on February 4th, 2026, 15h30-17h00 CET (recording available)

To make sure that you get a full understanding of the scope and conditions of the Open call, read carefully our Guide for Applicants: DOWNLOAD GUIDE

Evaluation Criteria

Innovation → Bold ideas that imagine positive futures and challenge conventional thinking

Originality → Fresh perspectives that surprise us


Relevance → Clear engagement with Solarpunk principles and your chosen theme


Budget → Realistic and well-structured use of production budget


Technical Feasibility → Convincing work plan and appropriate professional experience


Artistic Quality → Strong portfolio demonstrating technical skill and creative vision

Selection Process

1. Step 1: Eligibility check
2. Step 2: First evaluation round (scored 0-5, shortlist of ~12 applications)
3. Step 3: Consensus meeting (top 5 selected)
4. Step 4: 30-minute interviews
5. Step 5: Final selection of 3 artists

Selected artists will be notified by mid-April 2026.

Timeline

1. Jan 15, 2026 → Open call launch
2. Mar 15, 2026 → Application deadline
3. Mar 30, 2026 → Selection complete
4. Apr 2026 → Grant agreements signed
5. May 2026-Feb 2027 → Residency phases
6. 2026-2027 → Individual premieres
7. 2027 → Collective exhibition at LEV Festival