Top Artist Residencies 2025

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Deadline

Feb 22, 2025

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FREESAM - NU´VEM Artist Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Painting / Sculpture / Land art
Organisation: other
Duration: 1 month
Theme: Location of the residency or environmental protection

The residence provides

Grant: 1,000 € + 2,000 € budget
Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 500 €

Location

Pico Island; Azores
Portugal

Eligibility conditions

No students
Driving license, insurance policy are required

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

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Baya Residency Programme

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

The residence provides

Grant: monthly grant
Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Paris or Marseille or Cassis
France

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Algeria

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

Information

Paradiesli - Artist in Residence

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: other
Duration: 7 weeks
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

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

Location

Sigriswil
Switzerland

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics / Designer
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 6 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 15,000 $ + 1.000 $ Material budget
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Kyne orw
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of United States of America
Nationality: American

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture
Organisation: Institution
Duration: variable
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

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

Location

Snaavhna
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

Information

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

The residence provides

Grant: perd diem + production budget
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Dyraih
Saudi Arabia

Eligibility conditions

For artist with 3+ years of exhibiting history

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Architecture / Drawing / Literature / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Textile Art / Curatorial
Organisation: Artist run
Duration: 2 weeks
Theme: lTe naiiraMgivlnm

The residence provides

Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: 250 € per / week

Location

Binlre
Germany

Eligibility conditions

Born before 1997
We prefer guests who arrive without a plane. If you are international: we prefer travellers who integrate their residency in berlin into a broader stay in northern central europe in order to be able to hold on to the term "minimal travel". Please write some sentences about your travelplans.

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Performance
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 10 days
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 600 $
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 100 $

Location

Lee
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Eligible artists for our programs are in the early stages of their creative development with 2-10 years of generative experience.

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

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

The residence provides

Grant: 1,050 £ per month + 1,000 £ budget
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Nondol
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Chile

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 4 months
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The residence provides

Grant: 12,000 €
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Mbuguaee
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of France

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Curatorial
Organisation: other
Duration: 1 year
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 10,000 £ + Mentoring + Research Budget
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 3,000 £

Location

Eoprlolvi
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

No students
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, United Kingdom
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK

Deadline

Feb 23, 2025

Information

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

Grant: 420 £ per week + 500 £ bugdet
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

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United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of France, Germany
Applicant must have been living and working in France or Germany for a minimum of 3 years

Deadline

Feb 24, 2025

Information

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

The residence provides

Grant: 1,500 €
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

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France

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (FR)

Deadline

Feb 24, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: other
Duration: 2 months
Theme: preoasV

The residence provides

Grant: 2,400 € + 1,200 € budget
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Cnalaeti
Spain

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Feb 24, 2025

Information

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Foundation
Duration: 11 weeks
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 150 £ per week + 800 £ budget
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Doonnl
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Georgia

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.