Top Artist Residencies 2025

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Deadline

Sep 12, 2025

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Artiste Rencontre Territoire Nord Picardie

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: other
Duration: 3 months
Theme: Questions de patrimoine et de paysage

The residence provides

Grant: 22,000 €
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Communes du Territoire Nord Picardie
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of France

Deadline

Sep 14, 2025

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DGCA / DRAC - Résidence Verte

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

The residence provides

Grant: 20,000 €
Rent/fee: free

Location

Variable
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of France
For professional artists with at least five years of experience

Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

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Villa Salammbô

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Architecture / Literature / Photography / Video / Sculpture / Curatorial
Organisation: other
Duration: 1 month
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

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

Location

Tunis
France

Eligibility conditions

Resident of France, Tunisia
Nationality: French
For artists in France, artists from Africa (except Tunisia), and Tunisian artists collaborating with a French or France-based artist

Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

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Saint-Flour Communauté - Artists and Scientists 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: Views of residents, shared heritage

The residence provides

Grant: 23,000 € + 7.000 € budget
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Saint-Flour
France

Eligibility conditions

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

Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

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Fabrique à l'Œuvre - Résidence d’Actions Artistiques et Territoriales

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics / Curatorial
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 8 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 20,000 €
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Montreuil
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of France
For a duo of a curator and an artist

Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

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Maison du Patrimoine François-Flohic

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

The residence provides

Grant: 1,320 €
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Six-Fours-les-Plages
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of France

Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

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Commune de l'lle d'Yeu / DRAC Pays de la Loire - Résidence Mission

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Photography / Video
Organisation: other
Duration: 3 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 15,000 €
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

L'Ile d'Yeu
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of France
For an artists' association

Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

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Kadist Paris Curatorial Fellowship

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Curatorial
Organisation: other
Duration: 1½ years
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 30,000 € + 25 000 € Exhibition Budget
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Paris
France

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Sep 21, 2025

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Rotondes / City of Metz / BLIIIDA - Cross-Residencies Multiplica Lab

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Video / Multimedia arts
Organisation: other
Duration: 1 month
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 4,000 € + 5,000 € production budget + 1,000 € Exhibition + 15,000 € Grant Multiplica
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Luxembourg, Luxembourg; Metz,
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of Luxembourg
Resident of Grand Est (FR)

Deadline

Sep 21, 2025

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Château des Tourelles Bois-Colombes - Photography Residence

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Photography
Organisation: other
Duration: 6 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 4,000 €
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Bois-Colombes
France

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of France

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.