Contributing to the German-Turkish cultural exchange: art crosses boundaries – between nations, between sensibilities, and between disciplines.  

We are happy to announce that our unique format for artistic tandem residencies is now entering its fourth edition!  

The Allianz Foundation in cooperation with the Goethe-Institut created the Turkish-German co-production grants at Tarabya Cultural Academy in Istanbul. The program brings together artists from both countries; to give them time and space to dive into a deep cooperation, to co-create boundary pushing art and to take part in the multilayered cultural dialogue between Turkey and Germany. Tarabya Cultural Academy is a residency program for artists from various disciplines. The Academy’s seven artist apartments, meeting room and two studios offer residents optimal living and working conditions. 

Located on the historic premises of the German Ambassadors’ Summer Residency, on the shores of the Bosporus and surrounded by lush, tranquil forests and parks, Tarabya is both: right in the middle of the intense megalopolis Istanbul and at the same time a reprieve from the city’s hustle and bustle. No wonder that since its creation over ten years ago, Tarabya has quickly become one the most prestigious residencies for contemporary artists and cultural professionals who want to get inspired by Istanbul’s energy and still have breathing room to let their ideas flourish.  

If you like to get an idea of the unique possibilities and the spirit of co-creation of the program, check out our interview with fellows Nadin Reschke and Oda Projesi on their time working together in Tarabya.