Artist Residencies in Heraklion with Housing
3 residencies
3 artist residencies in Heraklion include housing for artists.
Ano Asites Artists Residency
Heraklion, Greece
The Ano Asites Artists Residency is a rural artist-run program in a mountain village near Heraklion, Crete, Greece, started in as the sister residency to the Lakkos Artists Residency to revitalize a depopulating traditional village through artistic community building. It offers a flexible, informal stay in a mountain hut with living and working space, open to all creatives, encouraging murals and community projects while providing isolation and inspiration from stunning views. Artists can collaborate with locals or connect to the urban Lakkos program, half an hour away, with no set outcomes as the residency continues to grow.
Lakkos
Heraklion, Greece
The Lakkos Artist Residency in Heraklion, Crete, is an artist-run program offering a peaceful yet vibrant environment for creatives. Located in the historic old town, the residency hosts up to two artists at a time, providing private accommodations and studio spaces. The residency encourages self-directed projects across various disciplines, from visual arts and writing to performance and ceramics. Residents can explore collaborations with the local community, contributing to the revitalization of the Lakkos neighborhood. With flexible stays starting from two weeks, the program provides a supportive space for independent creation in a culturally rich urban setting. Artists enjoy access to a lively arts scene, local markets, and historic landmarks, all within a short walk from the residency.
Lakkos Artists Residency
Heraklion, Greece
The Lakkos Artist Residency is an independent, artist-run multidisciplinary space founded in by visual artist Mathew Halpin, located in the historic Old Town of Heraklion, Crete, Greece, aimed at revitalizing the Lakkos district through creative research, urban exploration, and cultural immersion. It offers self-directed stays with no obligation for exhibitions, emphasizing unhurried creation, access to local art scenes, Minoan sites, and community engagement via murals and pop-up events. Artists enjoy shared or private accommodation, studio access, and proximity to beaches, museums, and a secondary village location 30 minutes away.
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Frequently asked questions
Do artist residencies in Heraklion provide housing?
Many residencies in Heraklion include accommodation. Options range from private apartments to shared artist housing.
What kind of housing do residencies in Heraklion offer?
Housing varies by program — from private studios to shared houses. Check each listing for specifics on what's included.
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