Who Can Apply: International artists or collectives working in media art, conceptual art, performance, or related fields, with strong German or English communication skills and the ability to work on-site in Dresden.
The Focus: A six-month research-oriented artist residency at TU Dresden exploring the theme "Energy Cultures in Transition."
The Funding: €3,000 per month stipend for six months, plus a production grant of up to €10,000, a solo exhibition, and an artist book.
Key Requirements: Completed application form, CV (max 2 pages), artistic portfolio, project proposal (max 10,000 characters including spaces), project/timeline/budget plan, 3-minute introductory video, and a letter of recommendation no older than six months, submitted as one PDF (max 10 MB) by email.
DeadlineMonday, November 9, 2026
AwardProduction grant of up to 10,000 euros
DurationSix months
Program datesStarting April 2027 (six-month residency); solo exhibition fall 2027
LocationDresden, Saxony
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesEstablished
Disciplinesmedia art, conceptual art, performance
Application notesEmail the complete application as a single PDF (max 10 MB) to kustodie@tu-dresden.de with subject 'Schaufler Residency@TU Dresden_Last Name'. Do not contact potential TUD collaboration partners in advance. The call is subject to the approval of funding.