Atlantic - Arctic Lighthouse Call

The TIDAL ArtS project offers five grants of €15,000 each, aimed at artists, collectives, and creatives in the Atlantic-Arctic region. The initiative seeks to engage these individuals in the EU's mission to restore oceans and waters by 2030 through the creation of participatory artworks that connect communities to their local water bodies. The artworks should reflect the themes of the mission, highlighting key ocean and water basins that serve as hubs for inspiration and action. The application period opens on April 14, 2025, and closes on June 14, 2025, at 23:00 Brussels time. The total funding across all grants is €75,000. The duration for project implementation is until May 31, 2026. Artists chosen for funding will participate in workshops designed to connect them with scientists, civil society representatives, and educators, helping them understand the mission's goals and discuss pertinent local water themes. To apply, candidates must submit a project proposal using a specified template, along with a CV and artistic portfolio through the TIDAL ArtS website. The evaluation process includes an eligibility assessment followed by a review based on four criteria: the relevance of the project to mission goals, the artist's experience and portfolio, the quality of the project design plan, and the project's impact on community engagement. Selected artists are expected to co-create impactful artwork in collaboration with scientists and local communities, publicly exhibit their work, and fulfill sustainability practices, such as repurposing artwork. They must keep a documentation of their processes and engage on social media. The initiative also supports ongoing networking through the TIDAL ArtS Alumni Group. In summary, this grant supports the creation of community-centric art pieces designed to foster awareness about ocean and water conservation, expecting proposals that emphasize engagement, sustainability, and artistic quality.

The TIDAL ArtS project is offering five financial grants of 15,000 Euro each to artists, collectives, and creatives located across the Atlantic-Arctic region. The goal is to inspire and engage people in the EU Mission: Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030 through artistic creations. The artworks should connect communities to their local waters, celebrate that connection, reflect the Mission's themes, and highlight the four key ocean and water basins that serve as regional hubs for inspiration and action.

The opening date for submissions is April 14, 2025, and the deadline for applications is June 14, 2025, at 23:00 Brussels time. The expected duration of participation extends until May 31, 2026. The total funding available is 75,000 Euro. The project acronym is TIDAL ArtS, and the full name of the EU-funded project is TIDAL ArtS: TransformIng anD inspiring Aquatic Landscapes through Art and Sciences. The grant agreement number is 101157796. The relevant topic is HORIZON-MISS - Ocean & water and arts: the contribution of creative sectors to Mission Ocean and waters.

Awarded artists will receive support through workshops that bring them together with scientists, civil society representatives, and educators. These workshops will provide an introduction to the Mission, discuss themes affecting their bodies of water, and offer information and tools on co-creation and citizen engagement. Artists will have until June 2026 to implement their projects and engage with the public.

To apply, applicants should visit tidalarts.eu and follow the instructions provided. It is essential to read the call document in its entirety before applying. The online application form requires the submission of three documents: a project proposal (using the provided template), a CV, and an artistic portfolio.

The evaluation process involves an eligibility check followed by an evaluation by a committee based on the following criteria:

1. Relevance of the project to the Calls (30%):The project's alignment with the Mission’s goals and the TIDAL ArtS Lighthouse Calls objectives, demonstration of understanding of the target community, and reflection of the artist’s embeddedness within that community.

2. Artist's experience and profile (25%):The artist's portfolio showcasing relevant work, innovative and meaningful artistic contributions, and experience with participatory and co-creative processes.

3. Quality and circularity of the project design plan (25%):The project's clear objectives, adoption of sustainable practices, cost-effective resource allocation, a solid work plan, and demonstration of artistic quality while respecting and preserving cultural heritage.

4. Impact (20%):The project's engagement of citizens and stakeholders through co-creative processes, inspiration and education of communities with innovative approaches, and a comprehensive plan to showcase and communicate about the artistic work.

Selected artists are expected to:

Collaborate with scientists and local communities to co-create powerful artwork that addresses one or more of the Mission goals.

Complete and exhibit their artwork at a venue they organize to engage the public within the project timeframe.

Participate in online workshops offered by TIDAL ArtS in autumn 2025.

Document their work and engage via their social media channels.

Support sustainability by repurposing their artwork or displaying it in multiple locations over time.

Remain part of the TIDAL ArtS Alumni Group for future networking and collaboration.

In summary, this opportunity is a call for artists and creatives in the Atlantic-Arctic region to develop art projects that promote the EU Mission: Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030. The selected artists will receive 15,000 Euro in funding, along with workshops and support to create impactful and engaging artwork that connects communities to their local waters and highlights the importance of ocean and water conservation. The projects should be participatory, sustainable, and contribute to raising awareness about the Mission's goals. The application process involves submitting a project proposal, CV, and artistic portfolio, and the evaluation will focus on the project's relevance, the artist's experience, the quality of the project design, and its potential impact.

Eligible Applicant Types:Artists, collectives, and creatives are eligible applicants.

Funding Type:Grant. Specifically, cascade funding.

Consortium Requirement:The opportunity does not specify a consortium requirement; single applicants (artists) and collectives are both eligible.

Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility):The geographic eligibility is across the Atlantic Arctic region.

Target Sector:This program targets the intersection of art and ocean/water restoration, aligning with the EU Mission: Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030. It also touches upon themes of environmental engagement, community connection, and sustainability.

Mentioned Countries:No specific countries are mentioned, but the geographic scope is the Atlantic Arctic region.

Project Stage:The project stage appears to be development and implementation, requiring artists to create and exhibit artwork, engage with the public, and collaborate with scientists and communities.

Funding Amount:The funding amount is 15,000 Euro per grant, with 5 grants available, totaling 75,000 Euro.

Application Type:Open call.

Nature of Support:Beneficiaries will receive money (financial grants) and non-monetary services (workshops, networking opportunities through the TIDAL ArtS Alumni Group).

Application Stages:The application process involves two stages: an eligibility check and an evaluation by an evaluation committee.

Success Rates:Since 5 grants will be awarded, the success rate depends on the number of applications received. This information is not provided in the document.

Co-funding Requirement:The document does not explicitly state a co-funding requirement.

Summary:

The TIDAL ArtS initiative is offering five 15,000 Euro grants to artists, collectives, and creatives located across the Atlantic Arctic region. The goal is to inspire and engage the public in the EU Mission: Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030 through artistic creations. The selected artists will create artworks that connect communities to their local waters, celebrate this connection, reflect the Mission's themes, and highlight the four key ocean and water basins that serve as regional hubs for inspiration and action.

The selected artists will receive support through workshops that bring them together with scientists, civil society representatives, educators, and others. These workshops will provide an introduction to the Mission, explore themes affecting their bodies of water, and offer tools for co-creation and citizen engagement. The artists are expected to collaborate with scientists and local communities to co-create powerful artwork that addresses the Mission's goals. They must complete and exhibit their artwork at a venue they organize to engage the public within the project timeframe, which extends through June 2026. Participation in online workshops offered by TIDAL ArtS in autumn 2025 is also required. Artists are expected to document their work, engage via social media channels, and support sustainability by repurposing their artwork or ensuring its display in multiple locations over time. They will also become part of the TIDAL ArtS Alumni Group for future networking and collaboration.

The application deadline is June 14, 2025, at 23:00 (Brussels time). Applicants must apply through the tidalarts.eu website, following the provided instructions. The application requires the submission of a project proposal (using a provided template), a CV, and an artistic portfolio. Applications will undergo an eligibility check and then be evaluated based on the relevance of the project to the call (30%), the artist's experience and profile (25%), the quality and circularity of the project design plan (25%), and the project's impact (20%). The project aims to foster participatory art that promotes ocean and water restoration.