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Art Writing & Criticism Opportunities for Artists
Current art writing & criticism opportunities for artists — grants, residencies, fellowships, exhibitions, and open calls, gathered and kept up to date in one place.
Pyramid Atlantic Art Center
Keyholder Residency Fall/Winter 2026/27
Hyattsville, MD· Global
CLOSING SOON: JUL 19, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Duration: 210 daysDates: October 2026 – April 2027
- Who Can Apply: This opportunity is for emerging to mid-career artists focused on printmaking, papermaking, or book arts.
- The Focus: This work-exchange residency offers studio access for artists to improve their printmaking, papermaking, or book arts skills. Residents join a productive community atmosphere, contributing to the center's operations.
- The Funding: This is a work-exchange residency providing 24-hour studio access. 8 hours per week work required. Housing and consumable supplies are not included.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a letter of intent, resume, and 3-5 work samples. Selected artists work 8 hours/week.
City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture
ArtsActivate 2027
Dallas, TX
Award: Up to $8,000 USDCLOSING SOON: JUL 20, 2026
grantApp Fee: $0Dates: Projects may begin on or after October 13, 2026.
- Who Can Apply: Open to individual artists and artist collectives for projects that take place within Dallas city limits.
- The Focus: This project-based grant supports cultural services that activate Dallas communities. The program aims to create a thriving arts ecosystem for all Dallas residents and visitors.
- The Funding: Grants provide up to $8,000 for individual artists and artist collectives. Non-profit organizations are eligible for up to $12,000 or $16,000 depending on their annual operating budget. Funding is disbursed across three project milestones.
- Key Requirements: Proposals must include a public event and be submitted through the online portal.
MAK Center for Art and Architecture
MAK Artists- and Architects-in-Residence (Schindler Scholarship)
Los Angeles, CA· National
Stipend: $1,500Deadline: AUG 12, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Duration: 180 daysTravel Included
- Who Can Apply: Open to freelance artists, recent graduates, and university students in fine arts or architecture. Teams of up to three are eligible.
- The Focus: This residency supports independent projects exploring the intersection of art and architecture. It emphasizes critical, conceptual, and experimental approaches connected to Los Angeles.
- The Funding: This is a funded residency providing housing and a monthly stipend. The specific stipend amount is not listed.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a project proposal with a conceptual approach and a compelling connection to Los Angeles.
Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts
KHN Residency
Nebraska City, NE· Global
Stipend: $175 weekly stipend.Deadline: SEP 1, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $35Duration: 14–56 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to composers, writers, visual, and interdisciplinary artists globally. Special consideration is given to emerging and Nebraska-based artists.
- The Focus: This self-directed residency offers dedicated time and space for creative work. The program is hosted in a quiet, small-town setting in Nebraska City.
- The Funding: This residency provides free housing, a private studio, and a $175 weekly stipend. A $35 application fee is required.
- Key Requirements: Application requires anonymous work samples, two anonymous statements, contact information for two references, and a professional history or CV.
Ohio Arts Council
Individual Excellence Awards
Columbus, OH
Award: $5,000Deadline: SEP 1, 2026
awardApp Fee: $0
- Who Can Apply: Creative artists over 18 who have been Ohio residents for at least one year are eligible; students are excluded.
- The Focus: This award recognizes outstanding accomplishments and the exceptional merit of an Ohio artist's past body of work. It provides resources to experiment, develop skills, and advance careers.
- The Funding: This program provides a fixed award of $5,000 with no application fee.
- Key Requirements: Applications are reviewed anonymously and require work samples, a narrative statement, and a philosophy statement without any identifying information.
Donald Black Jr
Lewis Center for the Arts, Princeton University
The Hodder Fellowship
Princeton, NJ· National
Stipend: $93,000Deadline: SEP 8, 2026
fellowshipDuration: 304 daysDates: Academic Year
- Who Can Apply: Artists of exceptional promise, including composers, choreographers, performance artists, visual artists, writers, and translators.
- The Focus: This fellowship provides 'studious leisure' for artists to pursue significant new independent projects at Princeton University. Fellows are selected for their promise rather than past performance.
- The Funding: A $93,000 stipend is provided for the 10-month appointment, with an additional $5,000 for research expenses.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a resume, a 500-word project proposal, and work samples.
Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University
Radcliffe Fellowship
Cambridge, MA· Global
Stipend: $78,000Deadline: SEP 10, 2026
fellowshipDates: September 2027 - May 2028Travel Included
- Who Can Apply: Professional visual artists must have at least five years of experience, several curated group shows, and two solo exhibitions.
- The Focus: This fellowship offers a full academic year to pursue ambitious projects in a vibrant, interdisciplinary community. Fellows benefit from the resources of Harvard University while developing their work.
- The Funding: Fellows receive a $78,000 stipend, a $5,000 project expense allowance, and may be eligible for additional relocation funds.
- Key Requirements: Requires a CV, 1,400-word project proposal, work sample, and contact information for three references for recommendation letters.
MacDowell
MacDowell Fellowship for Collectives
Peterborough, NH· Global
Stipend: Up to $1,500Deadline: SEP 10, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $30Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 14–56 daysTravel Included
- Who Can Apply: Artist collectives of 3 to 12 members working on a joint project are eligible to apply.
- The Focus: This residency provides dedicated time and space for creative work in an inspiring, multidisciplinary environment. Fellows receive a private studio, accommodations, and meals to support their independent practice.
- The Funding: This is a free residency with need-based stipends up to $1,500 and travel reimbursement available to all accepted artists.
- Key Requirements: Collectives must submit a single, designated application for their joint project, including work samples from the last four years.
Polly Apfelbaum, Credit: Yuki Sugiura
MacDowell
MacDowell Fellowship
Peterborough, NH· Global
Stipend: Up to $1,500Deadline: SEP 10, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $30Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 14–56 daysTravel Included
- Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and established artists globally across supported disciplines. Applicants cannot be currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program.
- The Focus: This residency provides dedicated time and space for artists of exceptional talent to pursue creative work without interruption. Fellows receive a private studio on a 450-acre wooded campus in rural New Hampshire.
- The Funding: This is a fully-funded residency with no fee to attend. Need-based stipends up to $1,500 and travel grants are available.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit work samples from the last four years. Reference letters are not required for this application.
Marion Spencer
Jentel Artist Residency
Jentel Artist Residency
Banner, WY· National
Stipend: $100 per week for three weeks.Deadline: SEP 15, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $30Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 22 days
- Who Can Apply: Artists, writers, and composers over 25 residing in the United States are eligible; full-time students are not.
- The Focus: This residency supports focused artists, writers, and composers with a personal vision, whether emerging or established. Residents receive private accommodations and studio space in a rural Wyoming setting to achieve personal artistic goals.
- The Funding: A $300 stipend is provided. The application fee is $30, but there are no other program fees.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit an online application via Submittable with a resume, work sample, and three character statements.
Kone Foundation
Annual Grant Call
Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland· National
Award: Monthly stipends €2,700–€3,800 EUR + project expense coverageDeadline: SEP 15, 2026
grantApp Fee: €0
- Who Can Apply: Finnish citizens can apply (work in Finland or abroad). Non-Finnish citizens only if affiliated with a Finnish institution, based in Finland, or the work is carried out in Finland.
- The Focus: Supports bold, long-term projects in all fields of art, humanities, social sciences, and environmental sciences. The foundation values academic and artistic freedom, a plurality of voices, and crossing disciplinary borders.
- The Funding: Funding includes personal monthly grants from €2,700 to €3,600, plus project-specific expenses, with no application fee.
- Key Requirements: Applications require a CV, portfolio or publication list, a detailed work or research plan, and a budget.
Vermont Studio Center
Vermont Studio Center Residency
Johnson, VT· Global
Award: $2,700 USDDeadline: SEP 30, 2026
residencyDuration: 12–28 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to international visual artists and writers across all genres, who are 21 years of age or older.
- The Focus: This program provides focused time and private studio space for creative work in an international community setting. The residency is located in a rural Vermont village, offering a retreat-like atmosphere with optional mentorship.
- The Funding: All accepted residents receive at least a partial fellowship, with 40% receiving full funding. Partial fees range from $2,700 to $4,950.
- Key Requirements: Applications are juried based on work samples submitted by the artist or writer.
Fondation Camargo
Camargo Fellowship
Cassis, PACA, France· Global
Deadline: OCT 1, 2026
fellowshipApp Fee: €0Travel Included
- Who Can Apply: Open to international artists, scholars, and thinkers applying as individuals or collaborative teams across all career stages.
- The Focus: This fellowship supports groundbreaking research and interdisciplinary work in the arts and humanities. Residents are given ten weeks in a contemplative environment to freely think, create, and connect with other fellows.
- The Funding: Specific financial details and stipend amounts are not listed on the website; refer to the program guidelines.
- Key Requirements: Application requirements are not specified on the page; please consult the guidelines document on the program website.
Ellis-Beauregard Foundation
Project Grants
Rockland, ME
Award: $10,000 USDDeadline: OCT 1, 2026
grantDuration: the grant year 2026
- Who Can Apply: Open to Maine artists aged 18 and older who are not currently enrolled as students. Artist teams are welcome.
- The Focus: This grant supports bold, risk-taking projects that value unconventional approaches, critical dialogue, and community engagement. Projects can include interventions, installations, publications, and curatorial work.
- The Funding: Five grants of $10,000 USD are awarded for projects to be completed in 2027. No application fee is mentioned.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a project narrative, 10 work samples, a resume, and a budget.
La Maison Dora Maar
Dora Maar Fellowship
Ménerbes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France· Global
Stipend: $1,500Deadline: OCT 15, 2026
fellowshipApp Fee: $25Cost to Attend: $0Travel Included
- Who Can Apply: Established international professionals in arts and letters, including visual artists, writers, and curators, who are not emerging creatives.
- The Focus: This fellowship provides established creatives with a period of intense concentration and focus for their work. Residents live and work independently within a small, international community in Dora Maar's former home in Ménerbes, France.
- The Funding: This is a fully-funded fellowship providing a $1500 stipend, a travel award, and has no participation fee.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a project description, a CV (4-page max), one letter of reference, and discipline-specific work samples.
Bogliasco Foundation
Bogliasco Fellowship
Bogliasco, GE, Italy· Global
Stipend: No general stipend is provided, but several Special Fellowships offer stipends ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.Deadline: DEC 1, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $45Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 32 days
- Who Can Apply: Accomplished artists and scholars from all countries are eligible. Students currently enrolled in a degree-granting program are not eligible.
- The Focus: This program offers one-month residencies for artists and scholars to create new work on the Italian Riviera. It provides a supportive, inspiring environment that fosters cross-cultural and interdisciplinary dialogue.
- The Funding: The fellowship includes full room and board and a private workspace at no cost. Artists are responsible for their own travel expenses.
- Key Requirements: Applications require a CV (max 3 pages), a one-page project description, three work samples, and two letters of reference.
Women's Studio Workshop
Nonprofit Management Internship
Kingston, NY· National
Pay: $700 USDDeadline: DEC 15, 2026
jobDuration: 180 days
- Qualifications: Candidates must have strong writing skills, knowledge of office software, and be eligible to work in the US.
- The Role: The intern works with Operations and Marketing staff on public relations, development, and event planning, supporting program execution and fundraising.
- Compensation: Compensation includes a $700/month stipend and a private room in on-campus housing.
- The Commitment: A 40-hour/week commitment. Application requires a cover letter, resume, references, writing/design samples, and an artist portfolio.
Allan Hancock College
Part-time Faculty - Art
Santa Maria, CA· National
Pay: $56 USDDeadline: DEC 31, 2026
jobApp Fee: $0
- Who Can Apply: Requires a Master’s in fine arts, art, or art history; or a Bachelor's in those fields plus a Master's in humanities.
- The Focus: The role involves teaching subjects including Art History, Drawing, Painting, Design, Digital Illustration, and Animation at a community college. Faculty provide instruction according to established curriculum to a diverse student body.
- Compensation: Compensation is hourly, with rates from $56.46-$86.44 for lectures, $49.17-$75.26 for labs, and $36.33-$56.69 for activities.
- Key Requirements: This is a part-time position with varied hours. Applicants must submit a current resume and transcripts to be considered.
Landis & Gyr Foundation
Artist Residency - Bucharest
Bucharest, Romania· National
Stipend: monthly stipend of CHF 3,600Deadline: JAN 31, 2027
residencyApp Fee: CHF 0Cost to Attend: CHF 0Duration: 30–120 days
- Who Can Apply: Swiss artists or non-Swiss artists with official Swiss residency who have an outstanding professional track record.
- The Focus: This residency is affiliated with the New Europe College, offering a unique interdisciplinary environment. Artists can participate in weekly seminars with international fellows from the arts and social sciences.
- The Funding: This residency provides free accommodation and a monthly stipend of CHF 3,600, but does not cover travel expenses.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a letter of motivation, a portfolio of work from the last 3-5 years, and a project plan.
Landis & Gyr Foundation
Artist Residency - Budapest
Budapest, ZG, Hungary· National
Stipend: A monthly stipend of CHF 3,600 is provided to cover living expenses.Deadline: JAN 31, 2027
residencyApp Fee: CHF 0Duration: 30–120 days
- Who Can Apply: Swiss artists or non-Swiss artists officially resident in Switzerland with an outstanding record; not for early-career artists.
- The Focus: This residency supports established artists with a strong interest in the region for a period of self-directed work. Residents are housed in a two-storey apartment in Budapest's historic castle district.
- The Funding: This residency provides free accommodation and a monthly stipend of CHF 3,600; travel costs are not covered.
- Key Requirements: Applications require a letter of motivation, a portfolio/CV covering the last 3-5 years, and a project plan.
Landis & Gyr Foundation
Artist Residency - Sofia
Sofia, София-град, Bulgaria· National
Stipend: CHF 3,600 per monthDeadline: JAN 31, 2027
residencyApp Fee: CHF 0Cost to Attend: CHF 0Duration: 30–120 days
- Who Can Apply: Swiss artists or non-Swiss residents of Switzerland with an outstanding professional record; not for artists starting their careers.
- The Focus: This residency in Sofia offers focused time for a project, affiliated with the Institute for Advanced Study (CAS). Artists can engage with a multidisciplinary cohort of international fellows through weekly seminars.
- The Funding: Provides a monthly stipend of CHF 3,600, free accommodation, and a potential family supplement up to CHF 1,000/month.
- Key Requirements: Requires an online application with a letter of motivation, a portfolio/CV covering the last 3-5 years, and a project plan.
Landis & Gyr Foundation
Travel Grants - East-Central and Southeast Europe
Zug, ZG, Switzerland· National
Award: CHF 5,000 to CHF 30,000Deadline: JAN 31, 2027
grantApp Fee: CHF 0
- Who Can Apply: Professional Swiss artists or Swiss residents with a proven track record, excluding emerging artists and students.
- The Focus: Supports cultural exchange and research in East-Central and Southeast Europe. The grant enables networking, project development, and creative exploration of the region.
- The Funding: Provides grants from CHF 5,000 to CHF 30,000 for travel, research, and project implementation.
- Key Requirements: Requires an online application with a motivation letter, portfolio, project description, and budget.
Christian Lue
Landis & Gyr Foundation
Artist Grants
Zug, ZG, Switzerland· National
Award: CHF 30,000Deadline: JAN 31, 2027
grant
- Who Can Apply: Swiss artists or Swiss residents with an outstanding professional track record; students and emerging artists are not eligible.
- The Focus: This grant recognizes outstanding artistic work and supports established professionals in concentrating on a specific project. The award encourages experimental and innovative exploration within the artist's practice.
- The Funding: This program awards ten grants of CHF 30,000 each, from which mandatory social insurance contributions are deducted.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a motivation letter, a portfolio of recent work, and a project description online.
Tron Le
Landis & Gyr Foundation
Artist Residency - London
London, England, United Kingdom· National
Stipend: grant recipients receive a monthly stipend of CHF 3,600 to cover living expenses.Deadline: JAN 31, 2027
residencyCost to Attend: CHF 0Duration: 90–180 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to Swiss artists and cultural professionals, or non-Swiss professionals officially resident in Switzerland, with an outstanding record of achievement.
- The Focus: This residency provides dedicated time for creative work in London's Whitechapel/Stepney district. Artists are provided with a private house and access to specialized studios.
- The Funding: This residency provides free housing and a monthly stipend of CHF 3,600 to cover living expenses.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a letter of motivation, a portfolio/CV covering the last 3-5 years, and a project plan.
Landis & Gyr Foundation
Artist Residency - Zug
Zug, ZG, Switzerland· National
Stipend: CHF 3,600 per monthDeadline: JAN 31, 2027
residencyApp Fee: CHF 0Duration: 30–90 days
- Who Can Apply: This residency is exclusively for Swiss writers and literary translators, or non-Swiss professionals officially resident in Switzerland.
- The Focus: This residency offers a quiet space for writers and translators to live and work in a studio apartment. It encourages engagement with the concurrent cohort of invited residents from East-Central and Southeast Europe.
- The Funding: The program provides free lodging in a studio apartment and a monthly stipend of CHF 3,600.
- Key Requirements: Applications must be submitted online with a motivation letter, a portfolio/CV, and a project description as PDFs.
Landis & Gyr Foundation
Artist Residency - Belgrade
Belgrade, ZG, Serbia· National
Stipend: monthly stipend of CHF 3,600Deadline: JAN 31, 2027
residencyDuration: 90–180 days
- Who Can Apply: Swiss artists or non-Swiss artists officially resident in Switzerland with an outstanding record of achievement are eligible.
- The Focus: This residency offers a three or six-month stay in a loft apartment in Belgrade's city center. The program supports individual artists and duos, with on-site assistance provided by a local partner organization.
- The Funding: Provides free use of a loft apartment and a monthly stipend of CHF 3,600 for living expenses.
- Key Requirements: Requires a letter of motivation, a portfolio/CV covering the last 3-5 years, and a project plan.
Ben Asyo
Blue Mountain Center
Artist Residency
Blue Mountain Lake, NY· Global
Stipend: Financial support of $400-$600 is available to support attendance.Deadline: FEB 1, 2027
residencyApp Fee: $25Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 28 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to established writers, artists, composers, filmmakers, and social justice activists. International applicants and graduate students are welcome.
- The Focus: This residency supports work with a social and ecological concern aimed at a general audience. It offers a space for work, rest, and rejuvenation in the Adirondack Mountains.
- The Funding: This is a free residency providing room and board, with travel stipends of $400-$600 available. A $25 application fee is required.
- Key Requirements: Requires a bio, work plan, statement on community living, and work samples specific to your discipline.
Credit: Riley Hooper
Argo Arts
Movements of Inner and Outer Nature
Athens, Περιφέρεια Αττικής, Greece· Global
Deadline: Rolling
workshopDuration: 10 daysDates: November 29 - December 9, 2026
- Who Can Apply: Eligibility details are not specified; please visit the program website for requirements.
- The Focus: This 10-day workshop in Athens focuses on ecopsychology and climate change. Led by Gwendolyn Hope Gussman, the program uses journaling, dialogue, meditation, and movement.
- The Funding: Specific financial details and stipend amounts are not listed.
- Key Requirements: Application details are forthcoming. Interested individuals can register their interest by contacting the organization.
Arts Gowanus
Arts Gowanus Fellowship Program
Brooklyn, NY
Award: $12,000 USD (In-kind)Deadline: Rolling
fellowshipApp Fee: $0Duration: 365 daysDates: Fellowships begin on a rolling basis.
- Who Can Apply: Open to Brooklyn-based, low-income artists and makers in any medium and at all career stages.
- The Focus: This fellowship provides a free studio space and career development to support a sustainable art practice. The year-long program culminates in a public exhibition supported by Arts Gowanus.
- The Funding: The fellowship covers the full cost of a studio for one year and provides tailored material and production support.
- Key Requirements: Requires a 10-hour weekly studio commitment, participation in programming, and a portfolio of 5-10 recent artworks.
Cove Park
Open Residencies
Peaton Hill, AGB, United Kingdom· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: £0Cost to Attend: £550–£750Duration: 3–120 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists, cultural practitioners, writers, and researchers in all disciplines and at any career stage, globally.
- The Focus: This is a self-directed residency for practitioners with their own funding. The program offers time and space in a unique rural setting in Scotland overlooking Loch Long.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with weekly costs for single occupancy accommodation ranging from £550 to £750.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit an online enquiry form to be considered for this rolling opportunity.
Toby Patterson
Casa Garcés
Casa Garcés Artist Residency Program
Berdún, Huesca, Spain· Global
Award: €300/week fee + 33% subsidy, accommodation + facilities includedDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €600–€2,571Duration: 14–60 daysDates: March 1 to November 30, annually
- Who Can Apply: Open to multidisciplinary artists, researchers, and collectives from around the world at all career stages.
- The Focus: This self-directed residency supports artistic creation in a rural setting, emphasizing exchange with other creators and the local community. The program offers an immersive experience with personalized support and mentorship.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency costing €300 per week plus VAT; funding and scholarship opportunities are assessed individually.
- Key Requirements: Applicants should submit a proposal via email to the organization.
FARM STUDIO
International Artist Residency
Andore, RJ, India· Global
Award: $800 USDDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $800Duration: 26 daysDates: January 3-28, 2027; February 3-28, 2027
- Who Can Apply: Emerging and established international artists, curators, and art critics working across a wide range of disciplines are invited to apply.
- The Focus: This program fosters exchange and collaboration between international contemporary artists and a rural Indian community. Residents create in a quiet environment, engaging with local culture and artisans.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with a fee of $800 USD covering accommodation, meals, and studio access.
- Key Requirements: Applications are selected based on the quality of the proposal, support materials, and a willingness to engage with the community.
Casa Belgrado
La Vitrina de Belgrado - Call for Proposals
Buenos Aires, CABA, Argentina· Global
Deadline: Rolling
exhibition
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists, curators, and makers from all geographic locations and at any career stage.
- The Focus: This is a call for proposals to activate a street-level exhibition space in Buenos Aires. The program seeks projects that engage with the local neighborhood and create dialogue with the community.
- The Funding: Specific financial details, fees, or funding are not listed for this exhibition opportunity.
- Key Requirements: Proposals must be submitted via the organization's online Google Form.
PIGPRINTS
PigPrints Residency for Artists of All Disciplines
Milan, MI, Italy· Global
Award: €800/week studio and accommodation feeDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €800–€1,600Duration: 7–14 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to non-printmaker artists including painters, multimedia artists, drawing specialists, ceramists, writers, and musicians.
- The Focus: This program offers non-printmakers exclusive 24/7 access to a private live/work studio space in Milan. It provides a tranquil environment for focused creation in various disciplines.
- The Funding: The residency costs €800 per week, covering exclusive 24/7 use of the studio, apartment, and basic amenities.
- Key Requirements: Application is via email inquiry, with acceptance based on a discussion about the artist's practice and its suitability for the space.
Palazzo Monti
Artist Residency Program
Brescia, BS, Italy· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Duration: 7–45 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to Italian and international artists of any age, gender, or medium
- The Focus: An incubator for creativity in a 13th-century palazzo with 18th-century frescoes, offering artists inspiration, new relationships, and a unique historical setting to create work
- The Funding: Free accommodation and studio space; artists cover production, travel, and living costs
- Key Requirements: Email a short bio and PDF portfolio of work
Córtex Frontal
Artist-in-Residence Program 2026
Arraiolos, Portugal· Global
Award: €275/week residency with accommodation, studio, utilities, and supportDeadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €1,100–€3,536Duration: 28–90 days
- Who Can Apply: Artists from diverse disciplines, including duos and groups, are welcome to apply.
- The Focus: This program provides time and space for artists to develop projects. It fosters knowledge sharing and connection with the local community and region.
- The Funding: The residency costs 275€ per week, covering program participation, private accommodation, studio, and utilities.
- Key Requirements: The minimum residency period is 4 weeks, with a maximum of 3 months; an online interview is required.
Residencia Corazón
Residencia Corazón Argentina – Program 3: Writers-Curators-Researchers
La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $800Duration: 15+ days
- Who Can Apply: Open to writers, curators, and researchers from around the world
- The Focus: Residency for writers, curators, and researchers to develop projects and engage with La Plata's cultural network
- Cost: USD 800 per month; host provides curatorial support, studio access, and research assistance; artist covers travel, living costs, and materials
- Key Requirements: Minimum 15-day stay; free application; invitation letters issued within 24 hours for grant applicants
Künstlerhof Frohnau
Independent Residencies
Berlin, BE, Germany· Global
Award: Self-funded artist studio fees: €800–€1,300/monthDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €800–€1,300Duration: 14 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to international artists, researchers, and cultural producers across all disciplines for a self-funded, self-organized residency.
- The Focus: This program offers a self-directed residency for independent projects in a quiet, inspiring former hospital complex. The residency is located in a forest on the outskirts of Berlin, providing a retreat with city access.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with participation fees ranging from €800 to €1,300 per month, depending on studio size.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a short letter of motivation and a link to current artistic work via the online booking form.
Penland School of Craft
Call for Workshop Instructors
Bakersville, NC· Global
Deadline: Rolling
gig/freelance
- Who Can Apply: Experienced artists and educators with strong technical skills, good interpersonal skills, and a willingness to share information.
- The Focus: This call seeks instructors for immersive craft workshops that are innovative and advance contemporary craft expressions. Proposals are also welcome for classes that emphasize historic information and processes.
- Compensation: This is a paid teaching opportunity; specific honorarium amounts are not listed.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a workshop proposal through the school's SlideRoom portal.
Western Oregon University
Adjunct Faculty – Art & Design
Monmouth, OR
Deadline: Rolling
jobApp Fee: $0Duration: Term-by-term
- Qualifications: Requires a Master’s degree in Art, Design, or a related field, along with 1-2 years of teaching experience.
- The Role: Teach a range of courses in the Art & Design program, including studio art, design, and art history. These are temporary, part-time, term-by-term appointments used to fill instructional needs as they arise.
- Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This part-time role is not benefits-eligible.
- The Commitment: Requires an application form, cover letter, CV, unofficial transcripts, and references. These are temporary, part-time, term-by-term appointments.
SÍM – The Association of Icelandic Visual Artists
SÍM Residency
Reykjavík, Iceland· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: ISK 0Cost to Attend: ISK 190,000–ISK 830,000Duration: 30–90 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to international creators and practitioners with a BA degree or equivalent professional experience across a wide range of disciplines.
- The Focus: This program provides a platform for artistic development and interdisciplinary exchange by connecting international artists with the Icelandic art scene. The residency fosters reflection, experimentation, and creative collaboration in a dynamic, shared environment in Reykjavík.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency requiring a 50,000 ISK program fee and monthly accommodation fees starting from 140,000 ISK.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a CV, a self-directed creative project proposal, and three images of previous work via the online form.
Iceylithe Bintong Wang
We-Che Art Residency
We-Che International Art Residency
Trevelin, Chubut, Argentina· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $350–$1,600Duration: 7–60 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and established artists, writers, and creators from all countries and disciplines (visual arts, literature, painting, drawing, photography, video, sculpture, textile art, writing, research, etc.)
- The Focus: Creative production and artistic research in a nature-based setting; special focus on book projects and art-nature interaction
- Cost: Residency fee $350/week or $1,300/month (general); $1,600/month (book project); includes housing, workspace, utilities, Wi-Fi, airport pickup, and weekly outings; artists cover travel, visa, food, insurance, and supplies
- Key Requirements: Application form with project description and portfolio images; WhatsApp video call after selection; $500 non-refundable deposit; copy of plane ticket, passport, and travel insurance one month before stay
18th Street Arts Center
Visiting Artist Residency
Santa Monica, CA· Global
Award: $400 USDDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $400–$6,000Duration: 30–90 days
- Who Can Apply: Professional artists of all generations and nationalities are welcome, including visual artists, curators, writers, musicians, and performing artists.
- The Focus: This is a research and production-based residency for international and US-based artists. Residents are situated in a vibrant Santa Monica arts community with live/work studios.
- The Funding: Artists are encouraged to secure their own funding, with subsidized live/work studios costing between $400 and $6,000 for the full term.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a letter of interest, CV, work samples, and a statement about their funding support.
Jumatatu Poe and Jermone Donte Beacham
Hub Feenix
Hub Feenix Artist Residency
Meltola, Etelä-Karjala, Finland· Global
Award: €800/month residency fee + €100 deposit + €60–€80/month heatingDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €800–€2,400Duration: 30–90 daysDates: April through December, annually
- Who Can Apply: Creatives in visual arts, craft, design, performance, music, writing, and curatorial practice are welcome to apply.
- The Focus: This residency offers uninterrupted time for deep focus in a quiet, rural Finnish forest setting. It fosters a supportive, thoughtful community within a restored historic sanatorium.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with a monthly fee of €800, which includes accommodation and studio access.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a free-form application, CV, and work samples as a single PDF via email.
Taideniitty
Taideniitty Artist Residency
Varkaus, Pohjois-Savo, Finland· Global
Award: Self-funded residency €650–€1,100/month; additional €350/monthDeadline: TBD
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €650–€1,950Duration: 30–90 days
- Who Can Apply: Artists from all fields, including visual and graphic arts, are welcome to apply, along with families and pets.
- The Focus: This self-funded residency offers dedicated space for creativity in the historic Old Varkaus area near Lake Saimaa, Finland. Artists can focus on their work in a peaceful, natural, and inspiring environment with community engagement opportunities.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with a monthly fee starting at €650; artists cover all personal expenses.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must provide a CV, a link to their website or social media, and may upload additional files.
Collar Works
Artist Proposals - Ongoing
Troy, NY· Global
Deadline: Rolling
exhibition
- Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and underrepresented artists working in any media.
- The Focus: This is a rolling call for artists to submit work for consideration across all of Collar Works' programs. This includes gallery exhibitions and site-specific installations.
- The Funding: Specific financial details and stipend amounts are not listed.
- Key Requirements: Artists must submit their work via the online submission form for consideration by the exhibitions committee.
William & Mary
Adjunct Professor of Art & Art History (Studio Art)
Williamsburg, VA
Deadline: Rolling
job
- Qualifications: Requires a Master's degree in Studio Art (Drawing/Painting) or equivalent experience. Must be eligible to work in the US.
- The Role: Teach foundational drawing and painting courses at the undergraduate or graduate level. Responsibilities include preparing syllabi, delivering instruction, and assessing student learning.
- The Commitment: This is a part-time, in-person commitment. Application requires a CV, cover letter, teaching statement, work samples, and references.
Tagli
Tagli Artist Residency 2026
Stromboli, ME, Italy· Global
Deadline: TBD
residencyApp Fee: €0Duration: 17 daysDates: July 18 to August 3, 2026
- Who Can Apply: Individual artists and collectives working in visual arts, performing arts (music, poetry), video art, and photography are eligible.
- The Focus: This residency promotes dialogue between artists and the local community on the island of Stromboli. It provides a shared, stimulating environment for creative exploration and experimentation.
- The Funding: The residency provides selected artists with free room and board in a shared private house; no stipend is offered.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit an online form with a portfolio, video, or audio files.
KHB Kunsthalle Below
Artist Residencies in KHBstudios Berlin
Berlin, BE, Germany· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: See details
- Who Can Apply: Open to international artists, especially those with a desk-based practice such as writers, researchers, or digital artists.
- The Focus: This self-directed residency takes place in a small storefront studio in Berlin's vibrant Wedding district. The program focuses on experimental hosting, local exploration, and artist books.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with an unspecified participation fee. No stipend or other financial support is provided.
- Key Requirements: Applicants should inquire via the host organization, AG Minimales Reisen, and are expected to leave a contribution for the KHB Collection.
Foundation for Contemporary Arts
Emergency Grants
New York, NY· National
Award: $500 - $3,000Deadline: Rolling
grantApp Fee: $0
- Who Can Apply: Visual artists, performing artists, and poets living and working in the United States are eligible to apply.
- The Focus: Provides urgent funding for contemporary, experimental projects. Supports artists with sudden opportunities or unexpected expenses for projects nearing public presentation.
- The Funding: Grants range from $500 to $3,000 to cover project-based expenses, with an average award of $2,200.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must have a committed public presentation date and demonstrate an unanticipated opportunity or unexpected expense.
Ivy Baldwin
Bridge Guard Residence Centre
Bridge Guard Art / Science Residence
Štúrovo, Nitriansky kraj, Slovakia· Global
Stipend: €450 per monthDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €0Duration: 90–180 days
- Who Can Apply: Artists, scientists, or other professionals whose work bridges boundaries, connects disciplines, or utilizes various media; individuals or groups up to two.
- The Focus: This residency supports projects focused on uniting, connecting, and bridging conceptual, social, or political divides. Residents work freely in Štúrovo, Slovakia, on the border with Hungary.
- The Funding: The program provides free accommodation, a studio, and a monthly stipend of €450 for living costs.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a CV, work samples, and a project description. A daily log, community engagement, and artwork donation are required.
Eastern Mennonite University
Adjunct Faculty - VACA 398 Secondary School Art Methods
Harrisonburg, VA· National
Deadline: Rolling
jobDates: Fall 2026
- Who Can Apply: Requires a Master’s in Education, an MFA with high school teaching experience, or a Bachelor’s in Education with similar experience.
- The Focus: This role involves teaching the VACA 398 Secondary School Art Methods course in-person. Responsibilities include designing syllabi, lessons, and assessments to meet course objectives.
- Compensation: Compensation is contracted per course, with salary determined by the applicant's educational background.
- Key Requirements: The appointment begins Fall 2026. Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, transcripts, and three professional references.
Art Explora & Cité internationale des arts
Art Explora x Cité internationale des arts Residency
Paris, Île-de-France, France· Global
Award: €3,000 EUR (Total Award)Deadline: TBD
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €0Duration: 90–180 daysTravel Included
- Who Can Apply: International visual artists, curators, and humanities researchers with at least five years of professional practice, applying solo or as a duo.
- The Focus: This residency supports research and creation focused on scientific and technological exploration, addressing major social and environmental issues. Residents are hosted in Montmartre, Paris, to connect with the French art scene.
- The Funding: Specific financial details and stipend amounts are not listed on the program page.
- Key Requirements: Application requirements are not specified; please visit the program website for details on the next cycle.
Le Marais
Victoria College
Art Instructor
Victoria, TX· National
Pay: $5,453 USDDeadline: Rolling
jobApp Fee: $0Duration: 270 daysDates: Starts August 2026
- Who Can Apply: Requires a Master's degree with 18+ graduate hours in art/studio art and a background in 3D/ceramics.
- The Focus: The role involves teaching ceramics, 3-D design, art appreciation, and art history courses at the college level. The instructor will also teach dual credit classes and participate in committee work.
- Compensation: Monthly salary ranges from $5,453 to $6,143 for a nine-month contract, plus a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance.
- Key Requirements: This is a full-time, nine-month tenure track position starting August 2026. Applicants must submit a portfolio of personal and student work.
CUE Art Foundation
Art Critic Mentorship Program
New York, NY· Global
Stipend: $600 honorariumDeadline: Rolling
fellowshipApp Fee: $0
- The Funding: $600 USD
- Key Requirements: Writers work with an established art critic mentor to produce essays for CUE's exhibition catalogues.
Tsohil Bhatia
JUPITERFAB
Art Residency Guadalajara
Guadalajara, JAL, Mexico· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €550–€3,300Duration: 30–180 days
- Who Can Apply: International artists and duos from various disciplines are welcome, with special attention given to projects with social impact.
- The Focus: This residency supports art projects inspired by Guadalajara, Mexico, with a focus on creating social impact. It offers an immersive experience in the city's vibrant Colonia Americana, encouraging a deep understanding of local culture.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with a monthly fee of €550; artists are responsible for all material costs.
- Key Requirements: Applicants apply via a Google Form and are encouraged to present their work to the local community in a final event.
Residencia Corazón
Residencia Corazón Argentina – Program 2: Immersive Journey
La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $900Duration: 15+ days
- Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and established visual artists, photographers, and interdisciplinary practitioners from around the world
- The Focus: Focused creative retreat for developing or advancing a project without exhibition requirement
- Cost: USD 900 per month; host provides curatorial support, studio access, and research assistance; artist covers travel, living costs, and materials
- Key Requirements: Minimum 15-day stay; free application; invitation letters issued within 24 hours for grant applicants
MiSHŌ
MiSHŌ Artist Residency
Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: ¥250,000Duration: 28 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to international and Japan-based artists, creatives, researchers, writers, educators, musicians, dancers, and other practitioners.
- The Focus: This residency supports context-responsive creation through engagement with the local community and environment in Fujino, Japan. Residents can develop new or existing work, culminating in an Open Studio event.
- The Funding: The 28-day residency has a fee of ¥250,000, which covers housing, studio space, and organizational support.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a project proposal via the online application form.
Røst AiR
Røst AiR Residency
Røst, Nordland, Norway· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: NOK 0Duration: 30 daysTravel Included
- Who Can Apply: Artists of all disciplines and career stages with an interest in the program's ecological and de-colonial focus are welcome.
- The Focus: This residency supports site-specific, process-based work exploring ecology, de-colonial thought, and geopolitics. It offers a communal living experience on a remote island in Northern Norway.
- The Funding: The residency provides a combined living/working space, food, a grant for green travel, and sometimes a materials stipend.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a CV, biography, and an artistic proposal relating their work to the residency's environmental context via email.
Argo Arts
Self-Directed Residency
Athens, Περιφέρεια Αττικής, Greece· Global
Award: Self-funded residency €350–€455/week, accommodation + studio accessDeadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €700–€5,915Duration: 14–90 daysDates: Open all year except August and December
- Who Can Apply: Open to multidisciplinary creatives aged 18 and over, at any career stage, including artists, writers, performers, and scholars.
- The Focus: This self-directed residency in Athens emphasizes process over product, offering time and space for creative exploration. Residents are encouraged to experiment and develop their practice within a supportive community.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency costing €350-€455 per week, depending on accommodation. No stipends are currently available.
- Key Requirements: Applicants should complete the online form, and it is recommended to apply at least three months in advance of desired dates.
At Home Gallery
Artists in Residence
Šamorín, Trnavský kraj, Slovakia· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: See detailsDuration: Short term
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists of all disciplines, including writers and sound artists, from any career stage or geographic location.
- The Focus: This program offers a personal and rewarding self-directed residency in a historic Arts House. The space was ceremonially opened by the Dalai Lama, providing a quiet, reflective environment near a synagogue art center.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency where artists are responsible for securing their own financial support for the stay.
- Key Requirements: Applications are accepted by contacting the gallery directly via email; there are no formal deadlines or application forms.
art quarter budapest
aqb Artist-in-Residence Program
Budapest, Hungary· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €900–€2,730Duration: 30–91 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to visual artists, curators, writers, and sound artists from around the world.
- The Focus: This self-directed residency offers a unique setting for artistic creation in a repurposed industrial site. The program encourages experimentation and research within an international creative community.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency costing 900 EUR per month, with no stipend provided.
- Key Requirements: Application requires a portfolio (max 10MB), CV, and a motivation letter with a project proposal.
Rachel Jutka
City of San Diego
Arts and Culture Boards and Commissions
San Diego, CA
Deadline: Rolling
gig/freelance
- Qualifications: Eligibility details are not specified; please visit the program website for requirements.
- The Role: Serve on a city board or commission related to arts and culture, advising the Mayor and City Council on relevant issues.
- Compensation: Specific financial details and stipend amounts are not listed.
- The Commitment: Applicants must submit an online application; Commissioners shall serve two-year staggered terms and each member shall serve until a successor is duly appointed and confirmed.
Buinho
Buinho Creative Residency
Messejana, Portugal· Global
Award: €800–€1,200/month residency feeDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €800–€1,200Duration: 14–61 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to visual artists, media artists, sculptors, designers, makers, writers, and curators at all career stages from any location.
- The Focus: This process-based residency encourages dialogue, exchange, and experimentation in response to the local environment. Artists have time and resources for their practice in the unique atmosphere of a historic Portuguese town.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency with monthly costs from €800 to €1200, covering accommodation and full studio/fablab access.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a project description, CV, portfolio (PDF or link), and intended dates of stay via email.
Residencia Corazón
Residencia Corazón Argentina – Program 1: Spotlight Journey
La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $1,500Duration: 30+ days
- Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and established visual artists, photographers, and interdisciplinary practitioners from around the world
- The Focus: Full immersion with dedicated studio time, curatorial support, and solo exhibition at the end of residency
- Cost: USD 1,500 per month; host provides exhibition, curatorial support, studio access, and research assistance; artist covers travel, living costs, and materials
- Key Requirements: Minimum 1-month stay; free application; invitation letters issued within 24 hours for grant applicants
Taideniitty
Taideniitty Mini-Residency
Varkaus, Pohjois-Savo, Finland· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: See detailsDuration: 7–21 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists from all fields seeking a short-term, self-directed creative retreat.
- The Focus: This is a short-term, self-directed residency for artists to take a break and focus on creativity. The program offers all the benefits of the main residency in a condensed format.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency; artists must request a price quote via email.
- Key Requirements: To apply, send an email inquiry outlining your needs and expectations for the residency period.
The Dedalus Foundation
Senior Fellowship
New York, NY· National
Stipend: Up to $30,000Deadline: TBD
fellowshipApp Fee: $0
- Who Can Apply: Open to established writers and scholars who are US citizens and not currently enrolled in an academic degree program.
- The Focus: This fellowship supports critical and historical studies of 20th-century painting, sculpture, and allied arts. It aims to foster significant scholarly contributions to the field of modernism.
- The Funding: Provides a fellowship stipend of up to $30,000, with the amount varying based on project needs.
- Key Requirements: Applicants are required to submit an online application and provide letters of reference.
Juan Javier Salazar
DRAC Île-de-France, TRAM & Cité internationale des arts
Contours
Paris, Île-de-France, France· Global
Deadline: TBD
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €0Duration: 90 daysTravel Included
- Who Can Apply: International curators and art critics living and working outside France with at least five years of professional experience.
- The Focus: This research residency supports international curators and critics, aiming to foster engagement with the French art scene. Residents receive mentorship and professional networking opportunities in the Île-de-France region.
- The Funding: Financial support details, including stipend and travel coverage, are not specified for this program.
- Key Requirements: Application requirements for the next cycle are not yet available; please check the program website for future updates.
Credit: DiChatz
Haihatus Art Center
Haihatus Artist Residency
Joutsa, Keski-Suomi, Finland· Global
Award: Self-funded residency €660–€990/month; no stipends or grantsDeadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €660–€990Duration: annually from September to AprilDates: September to April, annually.
- Who Can Apply: Open to international artists and art students from all disciplines, including self-taught artists, at any career stage.
- The Focus: This self-directed residency offers a relaxed working environment in Finland's Lakeland region. The program is hosted in historic buildings with a garden and sculpture park.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency costing €660 per month for a single room, with no stipend or funding provided.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit an online form including details on their artistic field, website, and desired residency period.
Aviario Studio
Aviário Studio Multidisciplinary Residency
Ferreira do Zêzere, Portugal· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €600–€7,714Duration: 14–180 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to emerging, mid-career, and established artists working across a range of visual art disciplines.
- The Focus: A customizable residency in central Portugal for research, experimentation, or production. Artists can choose a self-directed, guided, or assisted-production format.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency, with costs for studio and housing starting at €300 per week.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a proposal via the online form to receive a customized plan and fee quotation.
Cité internationale des arts
2-12 Committees Residency Program
Paris, Île-de-France, France· Global
Deadline: TBD
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €530–€8,160Duration: 60–360 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to international artists, curators, and researchers with at least five years of professional experience; students are not eligible.
- The Focus: This program offers self-directed residencies for research and creation in the heart of Paris. Artists join a multidisciplinary community of over 300 international residents, fostering professional networking and dialogue.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency; artists are responsible for all costs, including monthly studio and housing fees.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a detailed project proposal for their intended residency period.
Montmartre
Nordingrå Konstby
Nordingrå Art Village Artist Residency
Nordingrå, Sweden· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: SEK 0Cost to Attend: SEK 2,200–SEK 6,625Duration: 14–28 daysDates: Year-round
- Who Can Apply: Open to cultural workers of all disciplines and career stages from any location.
- The Focus: This self-directed residency offers a place for development, rest, and focus in a rural art village. The program encourages artists to find a second home in the beautiful High Coast landscape of Sweden.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with fees ranging from 2,200 to 6,625 SEK for a 2-4 week stay.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must email a CV or a brief description of their work before booking a room online.
Dorland Mountain Arts
Dorland Mountain Arts Residency
Temecula, CA· Global
Award: $1700 USDDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $40Cost to Attend: $1,700–$2,500Duration: 7–42 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to visual artists, writers, musicians, composers, and interdisciplinary artists over 21, including emerging and established career stages.
- The Focus: This self-directed residency offers creative freedom in a serene, natural environment. Residents are immersed in a quiet, rural setting with access to walking trails and mountain views.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency with costs from $1700 to $2500 for four weeks, plus a $40 application fee for new residents.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit an online form, artist bio, photo, work samples, and provide two professional or academic references.
SAIKONEON
SAIKONEON Artist in Residence
Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi, Japan· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: ¥280,000–¥840,000Duration: 30–90 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to international artists and designers across various media, selected based on originality rather than career status.
- The Focus: This program provides a platform for research, creation, and exchange for diverse creators. The residency offers a serene natural environment on Lake Saiko, near Mount Fuji.
- The Funding: This is a self-funded residency with a fee of ¥280,000 per 30-day term, covering accommodation and studio.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a CV, portfolio (images, videos, or links), and a detailed residency project proposal.
AADK Spain
Cruce, Espacio para la Transformación
Blanca, Murcia, Spain· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: €350–€1,000Duration: 14–90 daysDates: January - December 2026
- Who Can Apply: Open to creators from all disciplines seeking a flexible, self-directed residency for work or rest.
- The Focus: This is a self-directed, open-theme residency for autonomous and flexible work. It is designed as a retreat for personal research, remote work, or rest in Blanca, Murcia.
- The Funding: Fees range from €350 to €1000 per month depending on accommodation. Other services like studio space and mentoring are available a la carte.
- Key Requirements: Applicants choose their desired services and accommodation via a modular system using the online application form.
The Awesome Foundation
Awesome Foundation Grant
Boston, MA· Global
Award: $1000 or the local equivalentDeadline: Rolling
grantApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $0
- Who Can Apply: Open to individuals, groups, and organizations worldwide at any career stage with an 'awesome' idea.
- The Focus: This grant supports novel or experimental projects that evoke surprise and delight. Initiatives can be in a wide range of areas including arts, technology, and community development.
- The Funding: Provides a no-strings-attached micro-grant of $1000 USD or the local currency equivalent.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must complete a simple online form describing their project, its budget, and their background.
Leif Hasles fond
Room Residency at Vindbyholtgård
Faxe, Region Sjælland, Denmark· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: DKK 0Cost to Attend: DKK 1,000–DKK 6,000Duration: 7–28 daysDates: Residency periods run from Sunday to Sunday.
- Who Can Apply: Open to authors, translators, and other 'non-noisy' artists and writers, with priority given to professional artists.
- The Focus: This is a dedicated work residency for focusing on a specific project. It offers a peaceful and contemplative environment in a historic country house.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency costing DKK 1,000-1,500 per week, with a 50% discount for students and applicants under 30.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a brief application of up to 10 lines specifying preferred weeks and desired room.
ACENTRICSPACE®无央空间
Artist-in-Residence Program
Shanghai, 上海市, China· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: CN¥0Cost to Attend: CN¥7,700–CN¥22,000Duration: 30–90 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to all contemporary artists globally, from emerging to established career stages, who are capable of working and living independently.
- The Focus: This program encourages artists to create a new body of work and engage with local and international artists. The residency is set in Zhujiajiao, a historic water town in Shanghai, offering a unique cultural environment for inspiration.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency with no stipend; artists are responsible for all personal, travel, and material costs.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a portfolio, artist bio or statement, and a brief residency proposal via the online form or email.
Arts Gowanus
Gowanus Affordable Studio Program
Brooklyn, NY
Award: $1 USDDeadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $1–$20
- Who Can Apply: NYC-based fine artists working across a wide range of visual media, with priority given to displaced Gowanus artists.
- The Focus: This program provides long-term, affordable studio space to artists to ensure a sustainable creative community in Gowanus. It is a direct result of a Community Benefits Agreement from the Gowanus Rezoning.
- The Funding: This is not a funded opportunity; artists rent subsidized studios at a rate of $1.66 per square foot per month.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit up to 8 work samples and either a CV, a letter from an arts professional, or a statement/biography.
Gullkistan, Center for Creativity
Gullkistan Residency
Laugarvatn, Iceland· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €1,050–€1,600Duration: 30 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to creative people of all professions, including visual artists, writers, curators, musicians, designers, filmmakers, and scientists.
- The Focus: This residency provides a home and workspace for creative people to develop their ideas in an international, collaborative community. The program is set in the sublime natural surroundings of a small town in South Iceland.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency with monthly costs starting at €1050 for a single room. No stipend is provided.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a CV and a statement outlining the aim of their stay via email.
International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP)
ISCP Direct Application Residency
Brooklyn, NY· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $7,770–$34,353Duration: 90–360 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists and curators globally, at any career stage, who are not currently enrolled in school.
- The Focus: This program provides a private studio and robust professional development opportunities in Brooklyn, New York. Residents engage with the NYC art world through studio visits, field trips, and public programs.
- The Funding: This is a fee-based residency requiring artists to secure external sponsorship to cover program fees; self-funding is not permitted.
- Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a CV, 10 work samples, optional press, one letter of reference, and one reference contact.
High Desert Test Sites
Self-Structured Residency
Joshua Tree, CA· Global
Award: $500 USDDeadline: Rolling
residencyCost to Attend: $600–$2,100Duration: 7–28 days
- Who Can Apply: Open to artists, writers, researchers, and creative professionals seeking a self-directed residency for one to four weeks.
- The Focus: This program offers a quiet, self-directed retreat for creative practice at A-Z West. Residents experience a tranquil desert environment to focus on their work and gain new perspective.
- The Funding: This is a paid residency costing $500 per week plus a one-time $100 cleaning fee.
- Key Requirements: Artists must not use materials like paint, pastels, or clay that could damage the artwork-as-living-space.
