Applications Open for the Icelandic Visual Arts Fund

03.06.2025

The Icelandic Visual Arts Fund has opened its call for applications for the autumn 2025 allocation round. The application deadline is Monday, August 18 at 4:00 PM (GMT).

The fund supports the development and implementation of projects in the field of visual arts, including artistic creation and research. Grants are awarded to visual artists, curators, art historians, and independent professionals working in the field.

A total of 26 million ISK will be distributed, and results will be announced at the end of September.

Guidance and Support Available

Applicants may receive assistance during the application process. An introductory session for newcomers and online workshops will be offered.

See further details here.

Information regarding the fund

Types of Grants Provided

Development grants

Exhibition grants

Publication, research, and other project grants

Priority is given to projects that:

Promote international collaboration and the visibility of Icelandic visual art abroad

Emphasise diversity and sustainability in the field of visual arts

Are linked to art festivals or residencies in Iceland or internationally

Involve collaborative research and publications on visual art

Support the implementation of Iceland’s national visual arts policy and the goals of the Visual Arts Council

Group Projects

For projects involving multiple participants, organisers are encouraged to submit a single joint application on behalf of the project. If individual artists choose to submit their own applications, no overall application should be submitted for the entire project.

Previous Grantees

Applicants who have previously received a grant must submit a final report for that project before a new application will be considered.

Grant Amounts and Eligible Costs

Minimum grant: ISK 300,000

Maximum grant: ISK 3,000,000

The fund covers up to 70% of the total project cost

The fund supports

Professional and technical services

Materials and equipment

Web and media promotion

Documentation and photography

Graphic design, layout, and printing

The fund does not cover

Artist fees

Travel expenses

Studio overhead

Hospitality costs

How to Apply

Application form link

Saved or submitted applications can be accessed here

Sample form

The application must include:

Contact details of applicant and collaborators

CV

Promotional image

Project description

Work schedule

Budget and financing plan

Applications should be in Icelandic when possible, but an English version of the form is available.

Useful Links

Fund website: www.myndlistarsjodur.is
Fund regulations: 552/2014
Allocation policy 2022–2025
Visual Arts Act:
64/2012

Contact: info@myndlistarsjodur.is

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