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SÍM Residency
Visa supportCollectives eligible
- 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.
DeadlineRolling deadline
Application fee$0
Cost to attendA non-refundable 50,000 ISK program fee is payable upon acceptance, plus a monthly accommodation fee ranging from 140,000 ISK to 260,000 ISK depending on the room.
Duration1 to 3 months
LocationReykjavík
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesAll Stages
DisciplinesVisual Arts, Art Writing, Sound Art, Curation
Application notesApplications are accepted year-round via an online form and are reviewed weekly. Applicants must provide a CV, a project proposal (max 400 words), and 3 images. The proposal should outline the project's conceptual framework, research themes, and planned methods, with encouragement to align with themes like sustainability, ecology, and Icelandic culture. Duo or group applications are accepted. Applicants must have a BA degree or equivalent professional experience and be proficient in English. The residency cannot accommodate artists with children or those with disabilities due to facility limitations.
Contactresidency@sim.is
SÍM – The Association of Icelandic Visual Artists