Top Artist Residencies 2026
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Deadline
Sep 2, 2026
Information
Errance Project
Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Organisation:
Artist run
Duration:
1 year
Theme:
No theme
The residence provides
Grant:
Working condition:
Studio
Accommodation:
Privat space
Rent/fee:
free
Eligibility conditions
Applications will be accepted on August 30/31 and September 1/2 by physical appointment only, at the following address: 11 bis Rue Saint-Ferréol, 13001 Marseille.
Deadline
Sep 3, 2026
Information
National Gallery of Iceland - Creative Understanding, Saving and Preserving Time-Based Media Art
Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Organisation:
other
Duration:
1 month
Theme:
Creative Understanding, Saving and Preserving Time-Based Media Art
The residence provides
Grant:
Subsistence stipend
Working condition:
Studio
Accommodation:
Privat space
Rent/fee:
free
Travel refund
Location
Reykjavík
Iceland
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Albania,
Armenia,
Austria,
Belgium,
Bosnia and Herzegovina,
Bulgaria,
Croatia,
Cyprus,
Czech Republic,
Denmark,
Estonia,
Finland,
France,
Georgia,
Germany,
Greece,
Hungary,
Iceland,
Ireland,
Italy,
Latvia,
Liechtenstein,
Lithuania,
Luxembourg,
North Macedonia,
Malta,
Moldova,
Montenegro,
Netherlands,
Norway,
Poland,
Portugal,
Romania,
Serbia,
Slovakia,
Slovenia,
Spain,
Sweden,
Tunisia,
Ukraine,
Kosovo
Deadline
Sep 3, 2026
Information
Arteles Creative Center - Neo Future
Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Literature /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Curatorial
Organisation:
other
Duration:
2 weeks
Theme:
Neo Future
The residence provides
Working condition:
Live/work studio
Accommodation:
Live/work studio
Rent/fee:
Location
Haukijärvi
Finland
Eligibility conditions
Deadline
Sep 4, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Painting
Organisation:
Foundation
Duration:
1 year
Theme:
No theme
The residence provides
Working condition:
Studio
Rent/fee:
free
Eligibility conditions
Applicants must be able to live and work in the UK for the full programme and have completed any current formal study before April 2027
Deadline
Sep 4, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Organisation:
other
Duration:
4 months
Theme:
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The residence provides
Grant:
Accommodation:
Privat space
Rent/fee:
free
Travel refund
Eligibility conditions
No students
Resident of
France
A vehicle is needed
Deadline
Sep 5, 2026
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 /
Music
/
Chaefs / Food designer
Organisation:
other
Duration:
4 months
Theme:
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The residence provides
Grant:
Accommodation:
Privat space
Rent/fee:
free
Travel refund
Eligibility conditions
Deadline
Sep 6, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Digital /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Organisation:
other
Duration:
3 months
Theme:
No theme
The residence provides
Grant:
Working condition:
Studio
Accommodation:
Privat space
Rent/fee:
free
Travel refund
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Belgium
Nationality:
Belgian
The applicant artist must be French-speaking, of Belgian nationality and must reside in French-speaking Belgium
Deadline
Sep 6, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Digital /
Sound /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Organisation:
Institution
Duration:
3 months
Theme:
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The residence provides
Grant:
Working condition:
Shared studio
Accommodation:
Privat space
Rent/fee:
free
Travel refund:
up to
Eligibility conditions
Born between 1992 (included) and 2009 (included)
Resident of
France,
Germany
Nationality:
German,
French
Applications must be sent in duplicate, one in French or German and the other in English
Deadline
Sep 6, 2026
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:
1 year
Theme:
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The residence provides
Grant:
Rent/fee:
free
Eligibility conditions
While all artists are encouraged to apply, we are specifically seeking artists with ancestral ties to the Haudenosaunee Confederacy and/or Mohican Nation and artists who live or work in New York State Canal communities.
Deadline
Sep 6, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Sound /
Painting /
Drawing /
Installation /
Sculpture
/
Music
Organisation:
other
Duration:
1 year
Theme:
No theme
The residence provides
Grant:
Materials Budget + Mentoring
Working condition:
Studio
Rent/fee:
free
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
North West England
For artists living in greater of Manchester with an artistic practice of 3 years or less post graduation, and one early-mid career artist with a practice of 3-7 years post graduation.
Deadline
Sep 6, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Photography
Organisation:
other
Duration:
2 months
Theme:
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The residence provides
Grant:
Rent/fee:
free
Travel refund:
up to
Eligibility conditions
For individual artists over 18 with the legal right to work in the UK
Deadline
Sep 6, 2026
Information
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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:
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The residence provides
Grant:
Rent/fee:
free
Eligibility conditions
No students
Resident of
France
A car is required
Deadline
Sep 6, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Digital /
Sound /
Painting /
Architecture /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Organisation:
other
Duration:
6 weeks
Theme:
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The residence provides
Grant:
Online programme
Rent/fee:
Eligibility conditions
Deadline
Sep 6, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Digital /
Sound /
Painting /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics
Organisation:
other
Duration:
2 years
Theme:
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The residence provides
Grant:
Rent/fee:
free
Eligibility conditions
No students
Resident of
France
For artists teams
Deadline
Sep 6, 2026
Information
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Genre:
Artist Residency
Art field:
Digital /
Sound /
Painting /
Architecture /
Drawing /
Photography /
Video /
Printmaking /
Installation /
Performance /
Sculpture /
Textile Art /
Ceramics /
Music
/
Designers
Organisation:
Foundation
Duration:
5 months
Theme:
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The residence provides
Grant:
Working condition:
Shared studio
Accommodation:
Privat space
Rent/fee:
free
Travel refund:
up to
Eligibility conditions
Resident of
Austria,
Belgium,
Bulgaria,
Croatia,
Cyprus,
Czech Republic,
Denmark,
Estonia,
Finland,
France,
Germany,
Greece,
Hungary,
Ireland,
Italy,
Latvia,
Lithuania,
Luxembourg,
Malta,
Netherlands,
Poland,
Portugal,
Romania,
Slovakia,
Slovenia,
Spain,
Sweden
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.
Are you looking for an open call for art residency in a specific country or city? Check our carefully chosen selections:
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.