Top Artist Residencies 2025

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Deadline

Oct 8, 2025

Information

Penland Core Fellowship Program

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 1 year
Theme: Craft

The residence provides

Grant: 1,000 $ per month
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Penland
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

For early career artists

Deadline

Oct 10, 2025

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RAVI Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 3 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 600 € per month
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Liège
Belgium

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Oct 10, 2025

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Ontario Heritage Trust - Doris McCarthy Artist-in-Residence

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Painting / Drawing / Literature / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: other
Duration: 2 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 1,500 CAD
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 100 CAD

Location

Toronto
Canada

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of Canada
Nationality: Canadian

Deadline

Oct 12, 2025

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Painting / Architecture / Drawing / Literature / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics / Curatorial
Organisation: Institution
Duration: variable
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 1,000 € per month
Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Spair
France

Eligibility conditions

For artists and cultural professionals who have lived outside France for at least 5 years. Applications must be submitted by a cultural partner (arts centre, association, gallery, museum, etc.) who will submit the application and pay the international travel and subsistence allowance.

Deadline

Oct 12, 2025

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Atise.roldet

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Printmaking / Installation / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Artist run
Duration: 3 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Ccara
Ghana

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Oct 12, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 3 months
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The residence provides

Grant: 1,000 € per month
Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Pasir
France

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
For an artist/researcher duo

Deadline

Oct 12, 2025

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: other
Duration: 6 weeks
Theme: ceelnrdFhis a Vgone

The residence provides

Grant: 15,000 €
Working condition: Shared studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

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France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of France

Deadline

Oct 12, 2025

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Curatorial
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 1 month
Theme: aO diengri lnsas’sproatectc

The residence provides

Grant: 8,000 $ + 500 $ per week at Sitka +
Rent/fee: free

Location

Soti
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

For mid-career curators

Deadline

Oct 13, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Architecture / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: other
Duration: 1 year
Theme: Saecp

The residence provides

Grant: Project's support
Rent/fee: free

Location

Israp
France

Eligibility conditions

French language skills required

Deadline

Oct 13, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Literature / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics / Curatorial
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 1 month
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 2,000 $
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Hrittpugbs
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Only available to creatives living outside of Pittsburgh

Deadline

Oct 13, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Painting / Drawing / Literature / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Foundation
Duration: 1 month
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 2,500 $
Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Ntuakom
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Oct 13, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Painting / Architecture / Drawing / Literature / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics / Curatorial
Organisation: other
Duration: 5 months
Theme: a ceAretnDoln udeRu h

The residence provides

Grant: 7,500 € + 2,500 € research budget
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Ecvien
Italy

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of Italy
For emerging artists, curators, researchers, architects, authors, and other cultural operators based in Venice or surrounding areas

Deadline

Oct 13, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 11 months
Theme: cehMstraeilarear

The residence provides

Grant: 1,750 € per month + 2,250 € budget
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Aaictrsmht
Netherlands

Eligibility conditions

For applicants with a artistic practice in material research

Deadline

Oct 13, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 11 months
Theme: aaceiear rrhlMtse

The residence provides

Grant: 1,750 € per month + 2,250 € budget
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Msaracttih
Netherlands

Eligibility conditions

For applicants with a artistic practice in material research

Deadline

Oct 14, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 3 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 2,500 € per month
Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Nsbutlia
Turkey

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of Berlin (DE)

Art Residencies – Immersive artistic journeys

Isn't it every artist's wish to have the time and space to develop their art practice and explore new techniques in an inspiring environment, free from distractions and stress? This is what the best art residencies offer.

Art residencies do not only foster artistic growth, but also provide opportunities to expand networks, foster international collaborations and friendships, and reward your artistic practice. The impact of an art residency on an artist's work can be significant. Seize the opportunity by finding open calls for art residencies on our website.

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FAQs: Art Residencies

You can read answers to the most frequently asked questions about art residencies here.

What is an art residency?

Art residencies provide artists with time and space to focus on their practice, and some even offer financial support in the form of fellowships or honorarium. Moreover, they offer artists the opportunity to work in new environments, which are often away from the artists’ usual surroundings and daily obligations.

How did art residencies start and evolve over time?

Throughout history, artists have traveled abroad for education, to learn new techniques, and to study the work of other artists. During the Renaissance, many artists flocked to Italy to learn from the work of the Italian masters. In the 16th century, the Accademia delle Arti del Disegno in Florence initiated a residency program for artists in Rome. In the 17th century, the French Academy in Rome established the Prize of Rome, which welcomed French artists for multi-year stays for artistic and educational development. This concept of artist residency has since evolved, and spread throughout the world.

Why should artists consider attending a residency?

Art residencies offer various benefits to artists, serving as platforms for personal and artistic growth. They provide dedicated spaces, without daily distractions, sometimes without any production pressures. In addition, residencies provide artists with a new working environment, often complemented by unique research opportunities and the exploration of new techniques. They are also beneficial for recent graduates transitioning into professional practice. Other benefits include the expansion of the artist’s network, as well as potential collaborations and projects. Finally, art residencies bring recognition to one’s artistic practice, thus validating the work carried out.

How do I choose the right art residency?

As you can see on the Artenda website, there is a multitude of quite different art residencies. Choosing the right one depends on your goals for the residency. Since the application process can be time-consuming, a careful selection is crucial. It is key to consider its specific type of residency, and to keep in mind your expectations, your preferred location, and your practice goals. Select the residencies to which you apply accordingly.

In addition, a targeted approach can increase your chances of success. As popular residencies attract many applicants, you may also want to consider lesser-known opportunities – sometimes they have everything the more famous ones offer, except the already established reputation. Consider applying for fewer residencies, but spend more time creating strong, comprehensive applications. Starting well before the submission deadline is key for a strong application.

How do I apply for an art residency?

Most open calls for art residencies require artists to submit a comprehensive application, including a project description, a portfolio, a resume, and sometimes a recommendation letter.

Do you need some help with this? Our online courses “How to apply for an art residency” serve as step-by-step guides giving you all the tools you need to build a strong application for art residencies.