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UPDATES
I’m coming back to Berlin this week and I’m not gonna lie- will be spread thin. But I want that if you have creative wants, to reach out. It’s easier for us to be approached by you with projects we can support with our brand name, connections, and community. And we’re happy to do it! For example we have a Secret Flash Tattoo day, and our Spati Art Walk, a collab with UltraRave magazine, and most likely something for fashion week coming up this summer. But Berlin’s got enough- if you want us to collab on your event anywhere else in the world, hit us up! We love to see what you got. We can even try to plan a residency there.
BTW I’m Sho- basically- I’ve been running CounterCult platform with a small team as another way to get creatives paid on top of running my painting career. I’ve been gone doing art residencies for a majority of this year and working with local communities and learning A LOT about economics and what actually works for creatives to get paid.
BTW see more about our founders in our Instragam and LinkedIn. We are getting more partners in helping our community like the Grace Accelerator.
we work to get creatives hired, and pull from our own curated database. It’s all free, and apply here to join us in 2 min.
Anyways, onto the paid/funded creative opportunities:
CREATIVE FEATURE
Ana is one of our first creatives to join us. She not only is an amazing photographer booked through us by FOMO Berlin, but she also is an amazing designer.
“Ethically made by hand in my home studio in Berlin. With love.”
Hey there, I am Annika, a multi-passionate individual indulged in many creativepursuits. I am a 24 year oldself-taught creative, photographer and fashiondesigner.
OPPORTUNITIES
Press Apply here links for official websites
🎨 OPEN CALL – SWIMMING POOL GALLERY 🖼️
📍 Exhibit in central Berlin (Sept–Oct 2025), open to all visual media
🧑🎨 Solo and group exhibitions welcome in a 17.5 m² space with 3m ceilings
📩 Apply by May 28, 2025 — send portfolio + proposal to swimming.pool.gallery@gmail.com
🎨🚀 FREE CREATIVE BUSINESS COACHING
Book a free session with the founders of CounterCult
They've worked with Patreon, MoMA, New York Fashion Week, music festivals, and more
Just sign up and post on our free site to schedule your call
🗽 OPEN CALL – NYC Public Artists in Residence (PAIR) 🎭
💵 $40,000 in funding to embed your art practice in NYC city agencies
🤝 Work with impactful host partners like Housing Recovery, PEU & SBS
📩 Open to all media – apply now via NYC Culture PAIR
🌾 OPEN CALL – Pine Meadow Ranch Residency 2026 🏞️
🌱 Engage with the theme “Adaptation” through art, science, and community
🏡 2–4 week residencies in scenic Sisters, Oregon; includes private housing, studios, and a $200/week stipend
📩 Deadline: June 20, 2025 —
🇩🇪 OPEN CALL – Exchange Residency in Germany 🎨
🗓️ 2-month residency (Sept–Oct 2025) at Schafhof – European Center for Art, Upper Bavaria
🌍 Open to international artists; includes project development and cultural exchange
👉 Apply Now: opencall@memeraki.org by 16.06.2025
🎬 Mercury Filmworks Is Hiring! ✨
🎨 Positions open for Senior FX Artist, Production Assistant, and Studio Assistant in Ottawa, Canada
💼 Enjoy perks like health benefits, flex time, paid birthday off, and creative team culture
🌈 Open Calls at Platte Berlin – LGBTQ+ Creatives Wanted!
Perks: Gain exposure, showcase your work, and network with international creatives.
How to Apply: Submit your portfolio and concept via Platte Berlin’s Instagram or official website.
Deadline: Applications close soon—check Instagram for exact deadlines!
⚡ Flash Tattooers Wanted for Collaboration with Sticker App! ⚡
Perks: Showcase your flash designs, expand your reach, and collaborate with a popular app.
How to Apply: Post your flash designs and rates on our website: CounterCult Creatives.
Deadline: Apply now—spaces are limited!
FREEBIES
🎉 Get Free Stickers Featuring Your Business – Join Our Community! 🎉
Perks: Receive free stickers featuring your business, plus exposure through a collaboration with StickerApp.
How to Apply: Join our community by posting a listing on our curated site: CounterCult Creatives and dm’ing us your posted listing.
Deadline: Sign up today and start enjoying the benefits!
🎟️ Get a Free Ticket to the Wise AI Festival in Berlin! 🎟️
Perks: Receive a free ticket to the Wise AI Festival in Berlin this week.
How to Apply: Post a listing on our site: CounterCult Creatives, then DM us with the link to your listing to request your free ticket.
Deadline: Act fast—tickets are limited!
Again, make sure to sign up to our OPEN CALL to join our database for our own future opportunities.
HOW TO CONTACT US:
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Well, that’s all for the next two weeks! If you want more opportunities and updates, more often, make sure to check out our stories and posts on INSTAGRAM, since we only feature our most curated picks in this newsletter.
Stay creative!
-Sho