Art journals can stimulate and strengthen art criticism and art research in Denmark and thereby contribute to the development of Danish art.

The New Carlsberg Foundation supports both journals that critically and competently communicate Danish art in a global perspective, and journals that introduce foreign art and research in a Danish context.

The Foundation strives to ensure that the supported journals reflect diversity and breadth in media, formats, perspectives, geography, gender, art forms, and more.

Who may apply?

Publishers of art journals in Denmark.

If the journal is published under the auspices of an institution, the application must be submitted by the head of said institution.

Funding for publications on Danish art, intended for publication outside Denmark, must be applied for through the programme: International publications on Danish art.

What may be applied for?

All expenses associated with the publication of the journal, such as printing and binding, editorial work, proofreading, design, and image rights.

Any grant awarded will only be paid out once the publication has been released.

Application deadline

There are three deadlines in 2026: 
30 January, 4 May, 12 October 
See more on deadlines and response times here.

Application process

  1. Applications must be submitted through the foundation’s online application system.
  2. The Board assesses the applications which are either fully or partially approved - or rejected.
  3. The applicant receives notification of the decision through the application system. 

Criteria

The New Carlsberg Foundation puts emphasis on the following aspects:

  • the journal is original and of high quality.
  • the journal is relevant to the present day in terms of its editorial content, art historical content, and its presentation of the subject matter to a general audience.

Please note the following requirements:

  • Contributions to research journals must be subject to peer review.
  • If the journal is published under the auspices of an institution, the application must be submitted by the head of the institution.

The application must include

Applications that do not meet the following requirements will not be processed:

  • One PDF file of max. 6 pages
    All application material must be compiled and attached as one single PDF file of max. 6 pages.

The (max.) 6 pages must include:

  • Description – max. 2 pages – outlining the overall editorial concept, plans for specific content, including article formats, considerations regarding contributors, language versions, whether the journal will be published in print or digitally, distribution plan, etc.
  • Table of contents/article overview – max. 1 page.
  • CVs of editors – max. 1 page per editor (If there are multiple editors: make a prioritised selection).
  • Budget and financing plan
    The financing plan must match the budget and show how funds will be secured for the journal's realisation. Include the New Carlsberg Foundation, but also, for example, self-financing, named foundations that have been or will be applied to, other grants, sponsors, and any additional income contributing to the realisation.
  • Illustrations – max. 2 pages.

Reporting

  • It is a condition for support that the journal is published no later than two years after the grant date.
  • The grant will only be paid once the publication has been released, and - if the journal is published in print - received by the New Carlsberg Foundation.
  • After publication, two copies must be sent to the Foundation, and the Foundation may request additional copies as needed.

Further inquiries

Senior research consultant, Emil Leth Meilvang, elm@ncf.dk, (+45) 22 13 29 78.