The Keramikkünstlerhaus Neumünster invites applications for its new artist residency format, °Ceramic Artist Duo (°CAD) 2027. Two residency grants will be awarded for 2027.
The program focuses on contemporary positions in ceramic art, collaborative artistic practice and the development of shared research projects.
The Residency
The residency is aimed at established artist duos whose artistic practice places contemporary ceramic art and ceramic materials at its core. The program offers duos who have already worked together the opportunity to further develop their collaborative practice through a shared artistic project.
During the seven-week residency, both artists share a studio and an apartment, including two rooms, a kitchen and a bathroom, as well as access to equipment such as kilns and a potter’s wheel and basic materials. All facilities and equipment are provided free of charge. Each artist receives a grant of €700 to contribute towards living and further material costs.
A genuine interest in collaborative work and the further development of a shared artistic practice is essential. Both artists must have sufficient English language skills to communicate throughout the residency.
Collaborative Process and Exhibition
During the residency, the duo works together on a joint project based on a shared research idea. The collaborative process includes developing a shared spatial and exhibition concept, culminating in a joint exhibition at the end of the residency.
The Keramikkünstlerhaus regularly opens its doors to the public for events and workshops. During these occasions, the presence of the artists is expected to provide insights into their artistic processes.
The residency concludes with a public exhibition lasting five days, presenting the works created during the residency and the results of the duo’s collaboration. During the exhibition, the artists are expected to be present and have the opportunity to sell their work.
At the end of the residency, the artist duo is asked to donate a representative work to the collection of the Keramikkünstlerhaus. The work is presented in an annual exhibition at the beginning of the following year.
About the Keramikkünstlerhaus
The Keramikkünstlerhaus is located in the historic city center of Neumünster and has been operated by the Dr. Hans Hoch Foundation since 1987. It provides a unique space for artistic production and networking in contemporary ceramic art and has been shaped by the work of numerous international artists over the years. Its activities include artist residencies, regular exhibitions and workshops.
Residency Periods 2027
Period 1: March 10 – April 28, 2027
Period 2: October 13 – December 1, 2027
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Keramikkünstlerhaus, an international ceramics symposium will take place in summer 2027. The °CAD residencies will therefore take place in spring/autumn.
How to Apply
Applications open on October 22, 2026. Please submit the following documents via Google Drive, in English or German:
- Application form, including a project description for the planned residency (short version: max. 300 characters; long version: max. 2,000 characters).
- Up to 15 images (max. 3 MB each) of works created within the last five years. Each image must include the title, year of creation, materials and dimensions. The selection must include work created collaboratively by the duo.
- CVs of both artists (PDF, max. one A4 page per artist), including information on education, exhibitions, awards and artist residencies.
Postal applications are accepted if technical requirements prevent digital submission.
Application deadline: November 30, 2026
The program is open to artists of all ages. Previous participants of the °CAET program are not eligible to apply.
To submit your application via Google Drive, please note the following instructions:
– Create a new folder with the name of your duo
– Upload your completed application form and your CVs
– Inside this folder, create another folder and upload 15 photos of your work
– Share the main folder with keramikkuenstlerhaus@gmail.com
If you have any questions, please contact post@keramikkuenstlerhaus.de. Applications that are incomplete or that arrive after the application deadline cannot be considered. The selection of the artists is made by an expert jury. The artists will be informed of the result of the jury’s decision in the end of January latest. The program is funded by the Dr. Hans Hoch Foundation, the City of Neumünster, the Sparkasse Südholstein and the Wohnungsbau GmbH Neumünster.
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Postal application to:
Keramikkünstlerhaus Neumünster
Jantje Almstedt
Künstlerische Leitung
Betreff: Ceramic Artist Exchange
Fürsthof 8
24534 Neumünster
Apply now!