Montreal's Biosphere Environmental Museum: Climate Art Fellowship
Year-long fellowship for artists exploring climate change through digital and traditional media at Montreal's iconic Biosphere museum
The Biosphere Environmental Museum in Montreal announces its inaugural Climate Art Fellowship program, launching in September 2025. This prestigious year-long fellowship offers three selected artists the opportunity to create works that interpret environmental data and climate science through innovative artistic expression. Each fellow will receive a $45,000 stipend, dedicated studio space within the Biosphere, and access to scientific researchers and environmental data sets. The program seeks artists working across digital media, installation, sculpture, and hybrid forms who can translate complex environmental concepts into compelling public artworks. Fellows will be expected to produce both a major installation for the Biosphere's main exhibition space and participate in public programming throughout the year. The fellowship includes collaboration opportunities with climate scientists from McGill University and the opportunity to work with the museum's extensive environmental monitoring systems. Applications are open to international artists with demonstrated experience in environmental themes and public art installation.
How to Apply
Submission Guidelines
The Biosphere Environment Museum offers various artist collaboration opportunities through their programming department. Artists should prepare a comprehensive portfolio including: digital portfolio of previous work (maximum 20 images/videos), detailed project proposal (2-3 pages) outlining environmental themes and community engagement aspects, artist statement (500 words maximum), CV/resume highlighting relevant experience, budget breakdown for proposed project, and timeline for project completion. Projects should focus on environmental education, climate change awareness, or biodiversity conservation themes that align with the museum's mission.
Actionable Steps
1. Visit the Biosphere Environment Museum website at espacepourlavie.ca and review their current programming and mission statement
2. Contact the museum directly at biosphere@espacepourlavie.ca to inquire about current artist collaboration opportunities and upcoming calls for proposals
3. Prepare your submission materials including portfolio, project proposal focused on environmental themes, artist statement, and budget
4. Follow up with the programming department to discuss potential partnership opportunities and submission deadlines for upcoming exhibitions or educational programs
Application & Contact
Application URL: https://espacepourlavie.ca/en/biosphere-environment-museum
Contact: Email: biosphere@espacepourlavie.ca, Phone: +1-514-868-3000, Address: Biosphere Environment Museum, 160 Chemin Tour-de-l'Isle, Montreal, QC H3C 4G8