Amsterdam Light Festival X Amarte 2027–2028 — Netherlands New Light Artists Open Call
Deadline 2026-12-07. €4,000 artist fee plus production support. See full official eligibility and rules.
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| Entry Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| General entry | 0 EUR |
Prizes
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| Award | Prize |
|---|---|
| Prize | 4000 EUR |
About This Competition
Amsterdam Light Festival and Amarte Fonds invite Netherlands-based artists new to the medium of light art to propose an immersive or interactive light artwork designed for walking visitors during Edition 16, 25 November 2027–16 January 2028. Deadline 7 December 2026 at 23:59 CET. This is a distinct Netherlands-only strand, not the worldwide general call. Selected makers receive a €4,000 artist fee and a separate €20,000 production budget, with festival technical support. Applications are submitted using the dedicated X Amarte artist briefing and the official festival portal; the general-call briefing is not interchangeable. The independent opportunity listing identifies entry as free. Check eligibility and final production obligations with the organizer. Official: https://amsterdamlightfestival.com/en/open-call ; FAQ: https://amsterdamlightfestival.com/en/faq-open-call ; Amarte: https://www.amarte.nl/en/x-amarte/amsterdam-light-festival-1
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Netherlands-based artists who are new to the medium of light art, creating an installation for walking visitors
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Who can enter this competition?
Netherlands-based artists who are new to the medium of light art, creating an installation for walking visitors
What is the submission deadline?
December 7, 2026 at 23:59 (Europe/Amsterdam).
Is the competition free to enter?
Entry is listed as Free.
Is this competition online or offline?
The competition mode is not currently specified.
What prize is offered?
The listed prize information is: Cash — EUR 4000.
Where can I find the official entry instructions?
Use the official entry link near the top of this page.
What should I check before submitting?
Review eligibility, requirements, deadline, fee, format rules, and the official organizer instructions before submitting.
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