Top Artist Residencies 2025

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Deadline

Aug 24, 2025

Information

Peterborough Presents - Allama Iqbal Project

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Literature / Photography / Installation / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: other
Duration: 10 days
Theme: Work of Allama Iqbal

The residence provides

Grant: 3,000 £ + Production Costs 1,700 £
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 500 £

Location

Peterborough
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of United Kingdom
For artists who are part of the South Asian diaspora

Deadline

Aug 25, 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

Location

London
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Italy
For early-career artists

Deadline

Aug 25, 2025

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Burton at Bideford / Pickwell Foundation - Socially Engaged Photographer

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Photography
Organisation: Foundation
Duration: 2 months
Theme: Socially Engaged Photographer

The residence provides

Grant: 2,000 £ + 750 £ Exhibition Budget
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 500 £

Location

Bideford
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of South West England (GB)

Deadline

Aug 31, 2025

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Paradise Works / The Haworth Trust

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

The residence provides

Grant: Materials Budget + Mentoring
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Manchester
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of North West England (GB)
For artists living in greater of Manchester with an artistic practice of 3 years or less post graduation, and one early-mid career artist with a practice of 3-7 years post graduation.

Deadline

Sep 1, 2025

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Leeds Arts University - Creatives in Residence

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

The residence provides

Grant: Mentoring
Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Leeds
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of United Kingdom
The Creatives in Residence scheme is available to Leeds Arts University undergraduate alumni from the past five graduating years who are not currently engaged in further study.

Deadline

Sep 1, 2025

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Forgan Arts Centre

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: Foundation
Duration: 5 weeks
Theme: Talking Forests

The residence provides

Grant: 15,000 £ per month + 10,000 £ Project Budget
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Newport-on-Tay
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

For socially and ecologically engaged artist

Deadline

Sep 6, 2025

Information

Gasworks Residency

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

The residence provides

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

Location

London
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Indonesia

Deadline

Sep 11, 2025

Information

Cove Park Residency

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

The residence provides

Grant: 1,150 £
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Argyll & Bute
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of South West England (GB)
Fir artists, writers, performers, makers and designers working in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly

Deadline

Sep 11, 2025

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Delfina Foundation Residency

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

The residence provides

Grant: 8,203 €
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

London
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of Netherlands
Nationality: Dutch

Deadline

Sep 14, 2025

Information

Conditions - Studio Programme

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Painting / Drawing / Photography / Video / Printmaking / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics
Organisation: other
Duration: 9 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Working condition: Studio
Rent/fee: 295 £ per / month

Location

Croydon
United Kingdom

Eligibility conditions

Resident of United Kingdom

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.