Top Artist Residencies 2025

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Deadline

Mar 23, 2025

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40mcube - Generator

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

The residence provides

Grant: 5,000 € + 2,500 € budget
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Rennes
France

Eligibility conditions

Resident of France
Nationality: French
Artists who have graduated at least two years ago

Deadline

Mar 23, 2025

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Soaring Gardens Artists Retreat

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

The residence provides

Grant: 500 $
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Portola Valley
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Mar 23, 2025

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Ora Lerman Residency

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

The residence provides

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

Location

Laceyville
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Mar 23, 2025

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Video / Performance / Theatre
Organisation: University
Duration: 3 months
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The residence provides

Grant: 6,000 £ + Technical Support
Working condition: Shared studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Unartyebcr
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of South East England (GB)
For artists based in Medway or have actively engaged with the community in this area.

Deadline

Mar 24, 2025

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Painting / Aquarell
Organisation: other
Duration: 12 weeks
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The residence provides

Grant: 10,000 €
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Sdaopans-nisnar
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of France

Deadline

Mar 24, 2025

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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: 1 year
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: 160 € per / month

Location

Oynl
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (FR)
Artists based in Lyon (FR)

Deadline

Mar 24, 2025

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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: iMini vrenTllgmaa

The residence provides

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

Location

Nelrib
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

Mar 24, 2025

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

The residence provides

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

Location

Uhtincga
Taiwan

Eligibility conditions

For non-Republic of China (Taiwan) national

Deadline

Mar 25, 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: 2 months
Theme: Iil gfenicalecnrAieitlt

The residence provides

Grant: 700 $ per week + budget for housing, car rental, health insurance & more
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

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United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Applicants must be supported by a French partner organization

Deadline

Mar 25, 2025

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Photography
Organisation: other
Duration: 10 days
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The residence provides

Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: 1,000 € per / stay

Location

Preomal
Italy

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Mar 26, 2025

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: University
Duration: 6 months
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The residence provides

Grant: 2,000 € per month + Exhibition Production 2.500 € + Materials Costs 5000 €
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Nhcoegpnea
Denmark

Eligibility conditions

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

Deadline

Mar 27, 2025

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: other
Duration: 1½ years
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 2,000 £ + Mentoring
Working condition: Shared studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

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United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Mar 28, 2025

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Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Foundation
Duration: 5 weeks
Theme: Staoc malcipi

The residence provides

Grant: 600 $ budget
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

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Mexico

Eligibility conditions

Resident of United States of America
Nationality: American
For graduate and emerging artists

Deadline

Mar 28, 2025

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Anu salvbil

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 3 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 2,000 €
Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Nuabs
Korea, South

Eligibility conditions

Resident of France
Nationality: French
For artists who graduated from an art school at least 2 years ago

Deadline

Mar 28, 2025

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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
Theme: neiewsveppAret c

The residence provides

Grant: 12,000 €
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 800 €

Location

Inelnaecvnes
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of France
Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a vehicle

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.