OPEN CALL
Exhibition Concept
“Ausländer” celebrates the cultural impact of foreign artists on Berlin’s vibrant art scene. This group exhibition brings together 100 international voices that shape and enrich the city’s creative landscape. We invite foreign artists based in or connected to Berlin to apply for this unique opportunity to showcase their work in the heart of Neukölln.
Berlin’s identity has been forged through waves of migration and international exchange. “Ausländer” examines how foreign perspectives transform and redefine the city’s artistic expression. Through this exhibition, we explore themes of cultural identity, displacement, belonging, and the unique viewpoint that comes from existing between worlds.
Participation Details
Eligibility
Open to all non-German artists living in Berlin or with a connection to the city
All visual wall-based art mediums accepted (painting, drawing, photography, print, textile, etc.)
Artists at any career stage are welcome
Artwork Requirements
One wall-based artwork per artist
Maximum dimensions: 70cm × 50cm
Work must be ready to hang (with proper hanging hardware)
Artwork must be delivered to Prachtsaal on specified dates (TBA)
Political. Not Partidary.
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Political. Not Partidary. ///
This exhibition aims to bring visibility to the Ausländer community as a whole. With this sense of unity in mind, we request that the presented artworks do not represent any particular political group, national or regional. We want to bring attention to the artists, not their direct or indirect associations.
As Ausländers, we have enough issues to battle with, no need to further focus on our differences.
Exhibition Costs
This exhibition will be completely self-financed. For obvious reasons, an exhibition of this sort can’t rely on government grants, so all the costs of organizing this event fall upon the organizers.
To cover exhibition costs, including venue preparation, installation materials, promotion, opening reception, and documentation, we are accepting donations to help finance the exhibition.
€0 – I would like to participate, but can’t afford to help cover costs.
€20 – I can afford to cover my participation costs.
€50 – I would like to cover my costs and those of an artist who can’t afford theirs.
You determine which donation best fits your means.
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The exhibition
In the second half of 2025, we will host the Ausländer exhibition, featuring 100 artists who impact the art scene in Berlin while struggling with their unique place in German society.
During the 2-week duration of the exhibition, visitors will be welcome to visit the exhibition and appreciate the role foreign artists have in the cultural tapestry of Berlin.
The exhibition will take place in the Prachtsaal art space in Neukölln.