Top Artist Residencies 2024/2025

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Deadline

Dec 31, 2024

Information

Somerset House Studios Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Sound / Music
Organisation: other
Duration: 1 year
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 3,000 £ + Mentorship
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

London
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Greater London (GB)

Deadline

Jan 5, 2025

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Hospitalfield’s Residency Programme

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

The residence provides

Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: 990 £ per / stay

Location

Arbroath
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Jan 6, 2025

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Phoenix Studio Award

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

The residence provides

Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Brighton
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of South East England (GB)
Artists based in Brighton and Hove’s

Deadline

Jan 6, 2025

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The Hugo Burge Foundation - Springboard Studios

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

The residence provides

Grant: 1,000 £
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Duns
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

No students
Born between 1994 (included) and 2006 (included)
Resident of United Kingdom

Deadline

Jan 10, 2025

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A+E Lab - ART+TECH Artist in Residency

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

The residence provides

Grant: 1,000 £ + Mentorship
Working condition: Shared studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Chatham
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

For early-to-mid-career digital artists and creatives who embrace new technology and innovative ideas in their practice

Deadline

Jan 12, 2025

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Bothy Project - Self-Directed Residency

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

The residence provides

Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: 525 £ per / stay

Location

Isle of Eigg
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

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

Deadline

Jan 12, 2025

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Manchester Collective - Music Creator Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Sound / Music
Organisation: other
Duration: 2 days
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 1,125 £ + Mentoring
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Manchester
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of United Kingdom
Applicants should be able to demonstrate that EITHER your practice is based in the north of England OR you create from elsewhere in the UK and have experienced barriers to entry.

Deadline

Jan 13, 2025

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Grange Projects Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: other
Duration: 10 days
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: 50 £ per / day

Location

Downham Market
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Jan 15, 2025

Information

New Art Exchange

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

The residence provides

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

Location

Nottingham
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of East Midlands (GB)
For artists living in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and the broader Midlands region.

Deadline

Jan 17, 2025

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Cove Park - Early Career Performing Artist Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Performance
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 2 weeks
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 1,100 £ + Mentorship
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 200 £

Location

Argyll & Bute
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of United Kingdom
For early career performing artists

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.