Amarte Fonds
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OPEN CALL #1

With support from Amarte, Wisseloord offers a unique development programme for musicians. The programme is specifically for musicians that want to learn more about creating their release strategy, covering aspects ranging from effective use of social media to establishing communication with publishers and record labels. Are you looking for professional advice and want to connect directly with music industry professionals to develop longterm career plans? Apply now!

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OPEN CALL #2

Amarte is pleased to collaborate again with Rotterdam Photo to present the Dutch Talent Project Grant. This initiative gives emerging photographers the opportunity to create new work exploring the festival’s theme: Vibrance - The Pulse of a Living World. Selected artists will receive financial support, artistic mentorship, and a platform to showcase their projects during Rotterdam Photo 2027.

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OPEN CALL #3

Studio 150 is organising another series of concerts in the former Bethlehem Church, with support from Amarte! Are you a solo musician or part of an ensemble or band and would you like to record a live performance at this unique location? Apply now!

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Upcoming

28 Sep 2026
Kinepolis Jaarbeurs 8 , utrecht

Imprimatura

Sema Bekirovic
The premiere of the film Imprimatura will take place on 28 September at the Netherlands Film Festival in Utrecht. In the film, Semâ Bekirović attempts to paint a nude portrait of her mother in her studio. In doing so, she explores whether anyone can ever truly be captured in a portrait. Can painting be a cinematic method? Certainly, according to this candid documentary, in which artist and director Semâ Bekirović talks with her 78-year-old mother while painting her nude portrait. During the sessions, the two discuss their family history and the role of women in art, among other things, but above all, a life-changing experience the mother had, after which she felt truly free for the first time. Through painting, the daughter tries to understand that experience, exploring whether anyone can ever truly be captured in a portrait.
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The Amarte Foundation was founded by a number of individuals and their families who share a deep love for the arts. They wish to support the development of creatives and talent in arts and culture by providing financial means and where possible coaching, knowledge and experience. Artists who are active in the cultural sectors of the Netherlands or the ABC and SSS islands (the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands) can apply to Amarte for the support of projects in the field of theatre, film, music, visual arts and literature, as well as interdisciplinary projects.