Open Call: ss space space Exhibition & Artist Development Program
Founded in 2021, ss space space is a research collective centred on the concept of 'space'. Encompassing public programming, artistic creation, research, and writing, our practice expanded in 2023 with the establishment of an artist-run space. We are dedicated to exploring contemporary art practices through ongoing collaborations with both local and international practitioners.
Whilst we have curated and facilitated numerous exhibitions and international projects, we recognise the inherent limitations of our own curatorial lens. To ensure our space remains a truly open platform, we have launched this Open Call. Our objective is to cultivate an inclusive environment where fresh voices, innovative practices, and pioneering research can be brought to the fore.
We believe an exhibition should extend beyond a singular, static presentation. Building upon our established methodology of 'co-learning and co-working', this programme transcends traditional exhibition models. Prior to the final presentation, the selected applicant will undertake a six-month Artist Development Programme orchestrated by the ss space space team. Together, we will refine the exhibition's conceptual framework, engaging in reading groups, studio visits, and workshops as required. Through the provision of comprehensive administrative, marketing, and public relations support, we aim to foster a close, organic collaboration that brings the selected proposal to full fruition.
Furthermore, we seek to cultivate enduring relationships with our selected applicants, exploring avenues for future collaboration well beyond the culmination of this programme. Within the artistic ecosystem, we hold a firm belief: whilst one might travel faster alone, together we can travel further. We eagerly anticipate your application and the opportunity to jointly advance new possibilities in contemporary visual languages at ss space space.
ELIGIBILITY
This Open Call is open to all arts practitioners, artists, curators, and researchers, regardless of gender, nationality, age, ethnicity, or educational background.
Applications are welcome from both individuals and collectives. However, each applicant or collective may submit only one proposal.
The proposed project must feature entirely new work that has not been previously exhibited, or represent a significant new phase of an ongoing project.
Applicants must be able to commit fully to the entire timeline, encompassing the Artist Development Programme (October 2026 – April 2027) and the preparation and execution of the exhibition and its associated public events (May – June 2027).
WHAT SELECTED ARTISTS CAN EXPECT
The selected applicant (or collective) will collaborate closely with ss space space to realise their exhibition, receiving the following support:
Exhibition Production Grant
A grant of NTD 22,000. These funds may be allocated at the applicant's discretion towards materials, equipment hire, local transport, and the shipping of artworks.
Artist Development Programme
A six-month period of in-depth collaboration with the ss space space team (October 2026 – April 2027), comprising online or in-person meetings every one to two months. Tailored to the selected proposal, the programme may include:
Studio visits
Exhibition production workshops
Reading groups
Exhibition layout and spatial planning
Refinement of curatorial narratives
Planning of public events during the exhibition run
Technical advice for installation and de-installation
Editorial support for bilingual (Traditional Chinese/English) texts
Guidance on grant applications and fundraising
Exhibition Space and Equipment
Complimentary use of the ss space space galleries and in-house equipment during the designated dates. This includes basic installation tools, spotlights, paint, and filler. Any additional equipment must be sourced by the applicant.
Public Programming
We encourage the selected applicant to host one public event during the exhibition run, such as a workshop, performance, reading group, or lecture. Should you choose to do so, the format and logistics will be developed collaboratively, with associated costs supported by ss space space.
Marketing and Public Relations
Comprehensive support including key visual design, bilingual press releases, social media promotion, and event marketing.
Arts Administration
Photographic documentation of the exhibition, production of promotional collateral, gallery maintenance, and the management of artwork sales and after-sales service.