Current art writing & criticism opportunities for artists — grants, residencies, fellowships, exhibitions, and open calls, gathered and kept up to date in one place.
Stiftung Künstler*dorf Schöppingen
Künstler*dorf Schöppingen Foundation Residency
Schöppingen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany· Global
Stipend: €1,500 per month, less approximately €100 to €200 for rent and operating costsCLOSING SOON: AUG 31, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Duration: 60–180 days
Who Can Apply: Professional visual artists, writers, and composers of any nationality and age; collectives are eligible
The Focus: A 2–6 month residential fellowship supporting visual art, literature, and composition, with community exchange and optional public presentation
The Funding: Individuals receive €1,500 per month, less about €100–€200 rent and operating costs. Collectives receive €1,000 per person, capped at €3,000, less housing costs; travel, insurance, and materials are covered only exceptionally
Key Requirements: Artist statement, short biography, residency project proposal, motivation statement, CV (max. 3 pages), and portfolio/work samples in one German- or English-language PDF up to 10 MB
Call for Artist Spotlight Applications | SPRING/BREAK Art Show NYC 2026
New York, NY· Global
CLOSING SOON: AUG 31, 2026
exhibitionApp Fee: $55Duration: 6 daysDates: September 23–28, 2026
Who Can Apply: Open to visual artists.
The Focus: Curated Artist Spotlight section for solo or salon-style group exhibitions; the 2026 theme “Hide N Seek” emphasizes coded meaning, symbolism, surrealism, and hidden artistic intention.
The Funding: No cash award or stipend is stated. Application fees range from $30 to $55 by deadline; selected artists are subject to cost-sharing and consignment terms.
Key Requirements: Complete the JotForm application, submit up to five final artworks ready to hang or display, and pay the applicable nonrefundable application fee.
Award: Three Helpmann Fellowships of up to $7,500CLOSING SOON: AUG 31, 2026
fellowshipRemoteApp Fee: $0
Who Can Apply: Graduates and final-year students from South Australia's partner universities (Adelaide University, Flinders University, University of Adelaide, University of South Australia) in eligible creative disciplines; graduates eligible for up to five years from completion of study.
The Focus: Ambitious, self-directed projects that advance artistic and professional development, including creation of new work, exhibitions, performances, residencies, internships, touring, recording, specialised training, and long-term professional development.
The Funding: Up to $7,500 per fellowship (three fellowships available).
Key Requirements: Artist CV, official academic transcript, project budget (using Helpmann template), project timeline, project confirmation/acceptances from collaborators/venues, two letters of support (from lecturer and industry professional on official letterhead), images/audio-visual demos, responses to four application questions (artist bio and practice, detailed proposal description, career development rationale, boldness/ambition of project), and optional additional support materials.
residencyApp Fee: $30Cost to Attend: $200Duration: 60 daysTravel Included
Who Can Apply: Artists and writers based in Texas, elsewhere in the United States, or internationally; alumni may not reapply
The Focus: Two-month, self-directed studio residencies for concentrated visual-art or writing practice in historic downtown Corsicana
The Funding: Private furnished studio and lodging, professional documentation, equipment access, staff support, public programming, and scheduled Dallas/Fort Worth airport transfers are funded. Applicants pay $30; accepted residents pay a $200 administration fee and cover travel, meals, materials, and research.
Key Requirements: Artists submit 5 work samples; writers submit 2 samples of up to 2,000 words each; list two references, with no recommendation letters required
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.
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.
grantApp Fee: $0Duration: Projects must occur between January 1, 2027 and December 31, 2027; all funds must be expended by June 30, 2028.Dates: Jan 1, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027
Who Can Apply: Individual creatives living in Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln or Rowan County who maintain an active artistic practice; FY25 grant recipients and full-time undergraduate or graduate students are ineligible
The Focus: Professional and artistic development through completion or presentation of new work, career promotion, training, or travel for training and professional conferences
The Funding: Up to $3,000; selected applications receive the full amount for which they are eligible
Key Requirements: Online Blackbaud application with applicant profile, W-9, résumé, discipline-appropriate work samples and inventory, project questions and budget; optional draft review is available for materials received by August 30
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.
Fundación Ama Amoedo Grants – Publications Category
Award: $10,000 per award; 2 awards in this categoryCLOSING SOON: SEP 9, 2026
grantApp Fee: $0Duration: 730 days
Who Can Apply: Publishers and individuals with a significant connection to Latin America producing art publications or publications about Latin American artists
The Focus: Concrete editorial projects for art publications or publications about Latin American artists
The Funding: $10,000 per award
Key Requirements: Application via online platform; project must be completed within 2 years of grant receipt
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.
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.
Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University
Radcliffe Fellowship
Cambridge, MA· Global
Stipend: $78,000CLOSING SOON: 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.
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.
residencyApp Fee: $30Cost to Attend: $105–$240Duration: 42 daysDates: May 1, 2027 – Aug 31, 2027
Who Can Apply: Emerging and established artists across writing, visual arts, performance, film/video, music composition and cross-disciplinary practice; enrolled undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students may apply, but pure academic-scholarship projects are not accepted; returning Mt. San Angelo Fellows must wait two years
The Focus: Peer-reviewed residencies providing focused time for individual creative work in a multidisciplinary artist community
Cost: $30 application fee (waivers available). The residency costs $240 per day; accepted artists are asked to contribute at least $105 per day, with need-based reductions and fully funded fellowships available
Key Requirements: SlideRoom application with current work samples, project description and biographical/logistical information; recommendation letters are not required; fee-waiver requests should be made at least five days before the deadline
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.
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.
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.
Celia and Wally Gilbert Artist-in-Residence Program
Cold Spring Harbor, NY· Global
Stipend: $1,000, $1,200 or $1,500 USD, depending on length of stayDeadline: OCT 1, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 7–21 days
Who Can Apply: Open to artists, composers, writers, and designers of all career stages
The Focus: Art-science residency exploring the interplay between artistic creativity and scientific research; artists work with CSHL's archives, scientists, and resources to develop new projects
The Funding: $1,000–$1,500 stipend (based on 1–3 week stay); room and board fully covered on campus
Key Requirements: CV or résumé; work sample (up to 10 pages or digital portfolio as single PDF); 2,000-word description of how work engages art and science, including scientific interests and archival collections to be used; preferred residency dates and length of stay
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.
Award: three unrestricted grants of $10,000 USDDeadline: OCT 4, 2026
grantApp Fee: $0
Who Can Apply: Independent artists' book publishers based anywhere (international publishers encouraged); must have one or more years of publishing history with at least one title per year; must be currently active with future titles in development; past winners of this grant are not eligible; current employees/interns and those who departed within one year are not eligible
The Focus: Capacity-building support for independent artists' book publishers exploring experimental approaches to the book as a site for artwork, with interest in social/political themes, marginalized voices, emerging artists, and community-focused practices
The Funding: $10,000 unrestricted grant per recipient (three awards total); featured exhibitor presence at forthcoming Printed Matter Art Book Fair (table provided free; travel/accommodation costs borne by grantee)
Key Requirements: Completed application form submitted via Submittable; demonstration of publishing history and past work; outline of upcoming projects; statement of how the award would impact the press
Fulbright U.S. Student Program – Creative & Performing Arts
United States· Global
Deadline: OCT 6, 2026
fellowshipApp Fee: $0Dates: 2027-2028
Who Can Apply: U.S. citizens currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs, plus non-enrolled U.S. citizens who will hold a bachelor’s degree by the award start date and do not hold a Ph.D.; arts candidates should have relatively limited professional experience, typically seven years or less.
The Focus: Independent study/research or eligible graduate degree enrollment in creative and performing arts in countries offering Fulbright Study/Research grants.
The Funding: Country-specific living stipend and health benefits; Post-country grants include round-trip transportation and orientation, while tuition and other benefits vary by award and country.
Key Requirements: Project title and abstract, Statement of Grant Purpose, Arts Experience Summary, Arts Portfolio Description, artistic portfolio, host affiliation documentation as required, three recommendations, post-secondary transcripts, language evaluation when required, and short-answer responses.
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.
fellowshipApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 35–180 daysTravel Included
Who Can Apply: Scholars from any country with a significant professional record; must hold a PhD or demonstrate equivalent professional experience. May be employed full- or part-time, or be independent scholars, artists, curators, and/or critics.
The Focus: Research-based projects in art history, theory, interpretation, and visual culture; proposals that deepen, transform, or challenge current art-historical methods or enhance understanding of images in other humanities disciplines.
The Funding: $10,000 stipend; private apartment; office in Manton Research Center library; travel expense reimbursement.
Key Requirements: Online application form, CV, brief abstract (500 characters max), project description (750 words), proposed schedule for work during residency (250 words). All materials must be submitted in English.
Stipend: $1,600 artist stipend plus $350 travel stipendDeadline: NOV 30, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 30–90 daysTravel Included
Who Can Apply: Open to emerging and mid-career artists based anywhere in the world; accepts artists across 30+ disciplines including painting, sculpture, music, dance, digital media, and more.
The Focus: Supporting emerging artists to develop their creative practice full-time over 1–3 months with studio space, community engagement, and exhibition opportunities.
The Funding: $1,600 stipend for food and art supplies; $350 travel stipend; free housing with utilities included; no residency fees.
Key Requirements: Application form via Google Forms; portfolio/work samples; artist statement; CV/résumé; project proposal or description of intended work during residency.
Stipend: $500 travel stipend for Fellowship recipientsDeadline: NOV 30, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $35Duration: 42 daysTravel Included
Who Can Apply: Open to creative professionals and researchers across disciplines—including visual artists, writers, musicians, dancers, and others—at any career stage.
The Focus: A studio-based creative residency in a remote Alaskan wilderness setting, with woodworking, printmaking, digital-photography, recording, library, and outdoor facilities.
The Funding: Fellowship: fully funded for six weeks, including lodging, meals, the charter flight from Anchorage, and a $500 travel stipend. Resident Artist option: $950–$1,900 per week. Application fee: $35.
Key Requirements: Apply through SlideRoom with work samples, an artist statement, and the application form. Fellowship applicants must commit to the full six-week session and participate in shared lodge responsibilities.
Chulitna Lodge Wilderness Retreat, Alaska. Photo via Alaska.org.
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.
Stipend: Up to $5,000 for materials and equipmentDeadline: DEC 1, 2026
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 181 daysDates: January 1–June 30, 2027
Who Can Apply: Artists working across multiple media. The grant is open broadly, but is most practical for artists in nearby counties because housing, meals, and transportation are not provided.
The Focus: A six-month, day-use studio grant supporting project development in an 850-square-foot indoor studio with an attached screened work area.
The Funding: Up to $5,000 for project materials and additional equipment; no application fee or residency fee. Housing, meals, transportation, and travel are not covered.
Key Requirements: Online application with two referrals, residency goals, address, optional website, and 5–10 work images.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
fellowshipApp Fee: $0Duration: 365 daysDates: Jun 2027 – Jun 2028
Who Can Apply: Graduate and upper-division undergraduate students at Oregon State University with a minimum GPA of 3.0; must be enrolled at OSU throughout the fellowship year.
The Focus: Interdisciplinary creative and journalistic projects at the intersection of art/humanities with science or engineering, developed through mentorship and research engagement.
The Funding: $1,000 fellowship award; optional retreat at PLAYA in Summer Lake, Oregon.
Key Requirements: Complete Submittable application form with answers to track-specific questions; provide a nomination letter from a faculty member; upload or link additional materials requested by your chosen fellowship track; identify mentors (at least one must be OSU-affiliated).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €1,200–€1,600Duration: 14–180 days
Who Can Apply: Open to artists of all disciplines and career stages (established and emerging artists, writers, photographers, composers, academics, archaeologists, curators, painters, actors, poets)
The Focus: Multi-disciplinary artist residency providing a creative retreat to focus on artistic work in a historic Provençal setting
Cost: €1,200–€1,600/month for accommodation; artist covers travel, food, supplies, and utilities
Key Requirements: Download and complete the application form; submit recent work samples and artist proposal by email to julia@galeriehuitarles.com
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.
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.
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €5,500Duration: 84 daysDates: September to April
Who Can Apply: Open to all artists, particularly graduate students and those seeking intensive study
The Focus: 12-week intensive studio residency with tutorials, course audit options, and college community engagement
Cost: €5,500 for 12 weeks including studio access and campus accommodation
Key Requirements: Apply via the college's residency application form: contact details, date of birth, citizenship; a summary of your art career; a link to examples of your work (website/portfolio, or jpegs emailed to lisa@burrencollege.ie); a description of your work and methods; and your desired residency period.
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.
residencyCost to Attend: From €400Duration: 7–240 days
Who Can Apply: Open to artists working in visual art, performance art, music/sound art, architecture, urban art, literature/creative writing, curatorial and cultural research, arts administration, art management, and interdisciplinary or socially engaged art practices.
The Focus: Contemporary art residencies supporting experimental and innovative art practices, with priority for community engagement, workshops, and participatory artworks.
Cost: Studio space, curatorial support, and administrative support provided by host; residents pay €400/month residency fee (covers studio rent, utilities, administrative support).
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.
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €1,140Duration: 30–240 daysDates: September to April
Who Can Apply: Open to all artists, particularly graduate students and those seeking faculty mentorship
The Focus: Studio residency with weekly faculty tutorials and college community engagement
Cost: €1,140/month (€890 studio + €250 Residency+ supplement); accommodation available separately
Key Requirements: Apply via the college's residency application form: contact details, date of birth, citizenship; a summary of your art career; a link to examples of your work (website/portfolio, or jpegs emailed to lisa@burrencollege.ie); a description of your work and methods; and your desired residency period.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
ArtWaves MDI (Acadia National Park) Artists In Residence Program
Bar Harbor, ME· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 7–14 days
Who Can Apply: Open to experienced visual, performing, and interdisciplinary artists from around the world; any career stage
The Focus: Artist residency combining teaching (public classes/workshops) with studio time, creative reflection, and community connection in a rural arts setting
The Funding: Free to apply; no artist stipend or travel support; housing, studio access, Wi-Fi, and parking provided on campus
Key Requirements: Complete application form at https://artwavesmdi.org/Apply-to-teach; provide details of artistic practice and teaching proposal; respond to program within 5 business days of contact
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.
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.
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.
residencyApp Fee: ¥0Cost to Attend: ¥120,000–¥330,000Duration: 30–90 days
Who Can Apply: Open to all artists across all disciplines
The Focus: Artist residency with studio practice, cultural immersion, and exhibition opportunities in rural Japan
Cost: 120,000–330,000 JPY participation fee (per 4-week slot); accommodation, utilities, and facility use included; artists cover food, transport, and materials
Key Requirements: Name, preferred month of stay, website or work samples, artist statement, resume/CV, and project proposal describing work to pursue during residency
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €890Duration: 30–90 days
Who Can Apply: Open to all artists, particularly graduate students and those seeking to develop new work
The Focus: Studio-based residency with access to facilities, tutorials, and college community engagement in a dramatic natural landscape
Cost: €890/month for studio access; accommodation available separately or through campus housing (subject to availability)
Key Requirements: Apply via the college's residency application form: contact details, date of birth, citizenship; a summary of your art career; a link to examples of your work (website/portfolio, or jpegs emailed to lisa@burrencollege.ie); a description of your work and methods; and your desired residency period.
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.
residencyApp Fee: $0Cost to Attend: See detailsDuration: 14–365 days
Who Can Apply: Open to artists of all disciplines and career stages worldwide
The Focus: International artist residency supporting contemporary art practices, research, and cultural exchange in Armenia
Cost: No stipend or expense coverage provided by host; residents cover travel, accommodation, per diem, and materials; meals available at low cost; free access to seminars, workshops, exhibitions, and curatorial support
Key Requirements: Artistic statement (300–500 words), CV (max 2 pages) with narrative bio, completed application form, digital portfolio or work samples (or personal website URL); all documents submitted in English to info@acsl.am
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.
Stipend: $500.00 USDApplications open: late November 2026Deadline: TBD
residencyApp Fee: $35Cost to Attend: $0Duration: 10–21 days
Who Can Apply: Open to visual artists, writers, and composers at any stage of career; open to artists based anywhere in the world.
The Focus: Studio-based residency with time and space to create, inspired by natural environment and Lake Michigan setting; community engagement through partnerships with local nonprofits.
The Funding: $500 USD stipend upon completion; all food, housing, studio space (May–Oct), WiFi, and basic supplies provided; one parent-artist selected receives additional $1,000 childcare grant.
Key Requirements: Resume/CV; statement of intent (1–2 paragraphs) describing art practice and residency goals; proposed community engagement event summary (1–3 paragraphs) in collaboration with local partner; two references (no letters); application fee $35 USD (waivers available). Visual artists submit 6–9 images with title, medium, date; writers submit 3–5 pages current work and up to 5 pages completed work (published work must include link); composers submit three digital music samples or links to online content/videos.
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.
residencyApp Fee: €0Cost to Attend: €610–€650Duration: 7–90 daysDates: 1 week to 3 months
Who Can Apply: Artists, writers, performers, researchers, makers, and other creative practitioners working across disciplines
The Focus: The 2026–2027 Roots & Routes season supports transdisciplinary work around belonging, movement, memory, and creation
Cost: This is a fee-based residency with private accommodation and in-kind support; no cash stipend is stated. Short-term individual stays cost €650/week and medium-term individual stays cost €1,530/month, with separate collective rates. Utilities, materials, and travel are excluded.
Key Requirements: Use the official residency page to submit a project and supporting information, including practice context, preferred format and duration, and space or technical needs
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Bilpin international ground for Creative Initiatives (BigCi)
BigCi Artist Residency Program
Bilpin, NSW, Australia· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: A$0Cost to Attend: A$350–A$400Duration: 14–42 days
Who Can Apply: Open to painters, sculptors, multimedia artists, performance artists, writers, musicians, dancers, filmmakers, curators, and other creative practitioners of all career stages, worldwide
The Focus: Professional development, project creation, and deepening existing practice in a rural setting on the edge of Wollemi National Park (Greater Blue Mountains), with exhibitions, performances, and community engagement
Cost: Self-funded: subsidised fees of AUD$350/week (Australian) or AUD$400/week (international) covering accommodation, workspace, facilities, and artist support; no application fee
Key Requirements: Completed application form (separate forms for individuals and collaborations); project proposal; artist background; desired dates and duration; rolling applications year-round
Maison Losseau Voluntary Writing and Creation Residency
Mons, Hainaut, Belgium· Global
Deadline: Rolling
residencyApp Fee: €0
Who Can Apply: Artists, writers, performers, architects, musicians, researchers and other creators whose proposal aligns with Maison Losseau's heritage, literary and contemporary-creation missions; no geographic restriction is stated
The Focus: Transdisciplinary research and creation engaging archives, collections, heritage, literature, visual arts or contemporary social, cultural, ecological and political questions
The Funding: Residential studio, bicycle, archive access and institutional facilitation are provided; project funding may be negotiated case by case but is not guaranteed for the voluntary pathway
Key Requirements: Email residences.losseau@gmail.com with a motivation letter, CV, portfolio, preferred residency dates and a copy of both sides of an identity document
residencyApp Fee: A$0Cost to Attend: A$250–A$300Duration: 7–180 days
Who Can Apply: Open to visual artists, writers, musicians, dancers, performance artists, and artists working in all media; international, interstate, and regional artists welcome
The Focus: Developing a body of work, site-responsive projects, or creative growth in a bushland setting on the edge of a World Heritage National Park
Cost: $250 AUD/week (individual) or $300 AUD/week (couple) plus $500 refundable bond + $100 cleaning fee; artist covers transport, airfares, food, and materials
Key Requirements: CV, artist information, 3 images of recent work, description of what you would like to achieve during residency (max 500 words), 2 industry professional references, 1 character reference, preferred residency dates, application type (individual/couple/group)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.