The exhibition takes its cue from absurdist protest processions: Poland's Orange Alternative in the 1980s, the Monstration marches in Siberia since 2004, the Alytus Biennial in Lithuania. People carried banners with slogans that made no sense, because irony and absurdity could say what direct speech no longer could.

We are looking for wearable pieces with text on them: slogans, one-liners, wordplay, jokes that turn out to be serious. Ironic rather than direct protest, big and visually loud, in any language with an English translation. Works should fold, pack or deflate for travel.

Alongside the stand, the exhibition includes a 30-minute presentation on the Handwerk & Design stage, where artists present and carry their work.

Full brief and examples: dvizh.co/overstatement-open-call. You do not need to apply there or pay the fee: this invitation replaces the open call for you.

Our curator Victoria Kurasheva, based in Oslo, is applying to the Norwegian Crafts support scheme for international craft projects, funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The scheme supports Norwegian participation abroad, so your fees are waived.

• If the grant is awarded, it can also cover costs such as transporting your work, and travel and accommodation for artists who take an active role in Munich (presenting, installing).
• The decision is expected in December 2026. We will tell you as soon as we know.
• Your work does not have to exist yet. A confirmation of intent is enough at this stage.