INDIA ART FAIR X RAW MANGO are thrilled to present an all-new programme!
Ready to bring your bold, innovative ideas to life? We’re calling all designers in Textile, Sculptural Objects, Digital/Graphic Media, Photography, and Film to be part of something extraordinary during India Art Fair Delhi 2025!
This is your chance to work closely with India Art Fair and the legendary Raw Mango, blending experimental design with traditional craftsmanship. Unleash your creativity, be mentored by industry pioneers, and push boundaries with your craft!
What we’re looking for:
- Forward-looking designers with fresh perspectives and bold ideas.
- Designers passionate about mixing old-school craftsmanship with new-age innovation and artistic intent.
How to Apply:
- Send us 8-10 images of your best work (PDF format) — past & present
- Include your CV, an 800-word personal statement, a concept note, and a detailed production budget.
FAQ
- What creative practices can I apply with?
The residency is currently accepting applications across textile, sculptural objects, digital & graphic media, and photography & film. We welcome interventions that utilise other creative practices such as sound, print, or installation, as long as these contribute to a project grounded in one of the existing categories.
- Does the residency support a production budget?
The selected designer-in-residence will receive a total amount of INR 3,00,000 to bring their project to life during the residency period, this includes production, any research material and installation of the final project. We request applicants to share a production budget to ensure the feasibility of proposed projects.
- What about collaborative practices?
We welcome creative practitioners who have an existing and established collaborative practice to apply. Duos or collectives are encouraged to apply with a single application representing the creative partnership as a whole.
- Can I propose an on-going series of work?
Designers are free to propose the development of a brand-new project, or the continuation of an on-going series or body of work. For the development of an on-going project, we encourage applications that showcase the documentation of previous stages of the continuing work, as well as a proposed direction for realisation during the residency.
- What themes are encouraged?
We want to celebrate your perspectives! We invite all original concepts that young creative practioners are exploring today with their own unique style and flavour. We especially encourage ideas that push boundaries in methodology and process, expand existing creative discourse through theme, content, or aesthetic, and imagine a bold future forward for design. We invite each application to explore a single concept or idea.
- What about international applications?
At present, we welcome applications from practitioners residing in India with the goal to broaden local awareness and support for homegrown design practices. This decision is also conscious of operational logistics including shipping that may be required for the residency.
- What is the age criteria?
Designers and creative practitioners of all ages are encouraged to apply, as long as their practice is still emerging and they have not yet had a solo exhibition by a gallery or institution.
Submit your applications to: opencall@indiaartfair.in
You can apply in Hindi, English, or any regional language!
Deadline: November 10th, 2024