Top Artist Residencies 2025

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Deadline

Jan 30, 2025

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Villa Albertine - 2026 Residencies

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Painting / Architecture / Drawing / Literature / Photography / Video / Graphic / Installation / Performance / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics / Curatorial / Music / Cinema / Television series / Graphic novels / Social sciences and humanities / Museology / Cultural heritage / Art history
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 3 months
Theme: Multi-disciplinary, exploratory residency

The residence provides

Grant: Everyday expenses, international and domestic travel costs, car rental, health, public liability, and repatriation insurance
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Many options
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Born between 1949 (included) and 2004 (included)
The applicants should have the support of a French partner associated with the residency project.

Deadline

Jan 30, 2025

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Villa Albertine - Residencies

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

The residence provides

Grant: Residency allowance covering everyday expenses
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, New Orleans, San Francisco and Washington DC
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Born between 1949 (included) and 2004 (included)
Applicants must be fluent in English and have the support of a French partner associated to the residency project (a cultural institution, an organization, a publishing house...)

Deadline

Jan 30, 2025

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Villa Albertine - Classical Music Residencies

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Sound / Classical Music
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 3 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: Residency allowance + Car rental
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, New Orleans, San Francisco, Washington, DC
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Born between 1949 (included) and 2004 (included)
Applicants must be fluent in English and supported by a French partner, any public or private entity under French law, based in France.

Deadline

Jan 30, 2025

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Villa Albertine - Craft & Design Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Textile Art / Ceramics / Design, Crafts, Glass Blowing, Industrial Design
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 2 months
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 700 $ per week
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New Orleans, San Francisco, and Washington, DC
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Born between 1949 (included) and 2004 (included)
Applicants must be fluent in English and be supported by a French partner, any public or private entity under French law, based in France.

Deadline

Jan 31, 2025

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Taft Museum of Art - Duncanson Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Painting
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 1 year
Theme: No theme

The residence provides

Grant: 10,000 $ + $69/per day to cover meals and incidentals
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund

Location

Cincinnati
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Jan 31, 2025

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Woodstock Air Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Photography
Organisation: other
Duration: 1 month
Theme: Expanding the critical dialogue around diversity, race, and identity in the context of social justice

The residence provides

Grant: 2,000 $
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Shared
Rent/fee: free
Travel refund: up to 250 $

Location

Kingston
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Resident of United States of America

Deadline

Feb 1, 2025

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Wave Farm - Transmission Art Residencies

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Digital / Sound / Installation / Performance
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 10 days
Theme: Live Performance for an Expanded Studio Audience

The residence provides

Grant: 1,000 $
Working condition: Shared studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Acra
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

No students
Resident of United States of America

Deadline

Feb 1, 2025

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Blue Mountain Center

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

The residence provides

Working condition: Live/work studio
Accommodation: Live/work studio
Rent/fee: free

Location

Blue Mountain Lake
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Feb 1, 2025

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Watershed Summer Residency

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Ceramics
Organisation: Institution
Duration: 2 weeks
Theme: Ceramics

The residence provides

Grant: free meals
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: 1,675 $ per / stay

Location

Edgecomb
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

Deadline

Feb 1, 2025

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Houston Center for Contemporary Craft

Genre: Artist Residency
Art field: Photography / Sculpture / Textile Art / Ceramics / Craft media
Organisation: Institution
Duration: variable
Theme: Craft: Wood, Glass, Metal, Fiber, and Clay

The residence provides

Grant: 1,000 $ per month
Working condition: Studio
Accommodation: Privat space
Rent/fee: free

Location

Houston
United States of America

Eligibility conditions

International applicants must submit proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. (green card or appropriate visa), as well as a tax processing number issued by the IRS (Social Security Number, Employer Identification Number, or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number).

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.