For five years, the Inception Grant has championed the raw, honest, and unfiltered emerging voices of South Asia. Now, we are

looking for the storytellers who can bridge the gap between deep expression and the human soul.

FCEA’s primary mission is to identify, nurture, and amplify raw, honest, and unfiltered voices that document the shifting realities

of South Asia. Our mentors-first approach ensures that the vulnerability of the artist's truth is preserved while being woven into

narratives that lead with empathy and depth. We have also recently expanded our purpose to empower "meaning-makers" to

bridge the gap between deep-rooted heritage and modern technological advancement though our residencies.

THE FELLOWSHIP SUPPORT

• The Grant: Rs. 1,00,000 to support your research and curatorial process.

• The Platform: A solo-curated project at one of our spaces.

• Mentorship: Direct guidance from the team and assigned mentors to expand your professional practice.

• The Community: Integration into an ecosystem of emerging artists and young collectors.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR EMERGING CURATORS

Those who are:

Empathy-Led: You understand the vulnerability behind raw expression.

Rooted: Your approach is grounded in research and a deep connection to the subject.

Unfiltered: You value the artist’s truth over traditional gallery trends.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Age: 35 & Under (as of December 31, 2026).

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Art or a Curatorial Certification.

Experience: 2 instances of published journalistic writing on art, curatorial texts, or visual arts projects.

HOW TO APPLY

Submissions must include:

The Narrative: A 600-word concept note on “honest storytelling” that aligns with the FCEA mission.

The Selection: A curated list of 5–8 emerging South Asian artists whose work you wish to showcase,

including a brief rationale for their inclusion.

Spatial Intent: A brief description of how you navigate the dialogue between art and environment.

CV: A summary of your journey as an emerging voice in the visual arts, reflecting 1–7 years of experience.

APPLY BY

20th May, 2026