Top Artist Residencies 2025

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Deadline

Sep 15, 2025

Information

Gasworks Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / 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
Travel refund

Location

London
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama

Deadline

Sep 19, 2025

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Yorkshire Sculpture Park - Rotherham Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Installation / Sculpture / Ceramics
Organisation: Foundation
Duration: 2 weeks
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 2,560 £ + 500 £ Materials Budget
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

West Bretton
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Yorkshire and the Humber (GB)
For artist or collective based in Rotherham or has a connection to its stories, communities or place and is supported by Rotherham Museums, Arts and Heritage.

Deadline

Sep 22, 2025

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Testing Ground Residency

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

The residence provides

Grant: 2,000 £ + 500 £ Materials Grant
Working condition: Shared studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Sheffield
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Yorkshire and the Humber (GB)
Eligible are artists based in Sheffield. Artists who currently have a studio at Yorkshire Artspace are not eligible to apply.

Deadline

Sep 29, 2025

Information

Gasworks Residency

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

The residence provides

Grant: 175 £ per week + 800 £ budget
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

London
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Gambia, The, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo, Saint Helena

Deadline

Sep 30, 2025

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Austrian Federal Ministry - London Residence

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

The residence provides

Grant: 1,800 € per month
Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 400 €

Location

London
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of Austria
Nationality: Austrian

Deadline

Sep 30, 2025

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Mawddach - Graduate Residency Award

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Artist run
Duration: 2 weeks
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Arthog
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of United Kingdom
For artists graduating from a BA, MA or equivalent course from an institution in the UK

Deadline

Oct 1, 2025

Information

25 Art Gene Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Painting / Drawing / Installation / Sculpture
Organisation: Institution
Theme: Nan Tait Centre

The residence provides

Grant: 7,500 £ + 1,500 £ Materials
Working condition: Shared studio
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 1,500 £

Location

Barrow-in-Furness
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of United Kingdom
Preference (but not exclusive requirement) for artists based locally (in Cumbria, Lancashire, or the Manchester–Leeds corridor).

Deadline

Oct 15, 2025

Information

SSW x Counterflows Caregivers Residency

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: 3,000 £ + 300 £ materials budget
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 300 £

Location

Lumsden
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of Scotland (GB)
For artists who identify as a caregiver.

Deadline

Oct 22, 2025

Information

Lewisham Arthouse Graduate Award

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

The residence provides

Grant: 500 £ + Mentoring + 1,000 £ for the final project
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

London
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

For applicants who graduated between 2022-2025 from universities colleges and alternative art education programmes

Deadline

Nov 2, 2025

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Hospitalfield’s Residency Programme

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

The residence provides

Grant: 850 £
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 100 £

Location

Arbroath
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of Scotland (GB)
For artists who have graduated from Undergraduate and Masters art programmes in Scotland in 2024 & 2025

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.