Illustration Residencies in France

Chateau d'Orquevaux (Château d'Orquevaux)

Orquevaux, France

The Chateau d'Orquevaux artist residency, set in France's tranquil Champagne-Ardenne, offers an idyllic environment for artists and writers. This program features private studios and bedrooms, set within a historic French chateau, providing a serene space for creative endeavors. All meals are included, allowing residents to fully immerse in their art without daily distractions. The Denis Diderot Grant, awarded to participants, assists with residency costs, highlighting the program's dedication to supporting artists. Community engagement is encouraged through artist presentations, literature nights, and group art activities, fostering a rich cultural exchange. The residency, accommodating around 15 artists at a time, ensures an intimate and supportive atmosphere. A welcoming champagne dinner introduces artists to the Chateau and fellow residents, setting the tone for a collaborative experience. The program, while offering vegetarian options, focuses on delivering a genuine regional culinary experience, enhancing the overall artistic journey.

Les Ateliers du Plessix-Madeuc

Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer, France

Les Ateliers du Plessix-Madeuc, based in Saint-Jacut-de-la-Mer, France, supports young visual artists, particularly painters and illustrators under 35, through three-month residency programs offering individual studios, accommodation, a stipend, and art equipment. Residents engage in research and production, participate in public events like open days, conferences, and workshops, and exhibit their work at the end, leaving one piece for the organization's collection for five years. The program, running since and in its current location since , fosters interactions between artists and diverse local publics in a coastal setting.

Pépinières Européennes de Création

Paris, France

Pépinières Européennes de Création is a European network supporting artistic residencies and creation programs for emerging artists across various disciplines, including multidisciplinary and visual arts projects. It partners with organizations to launch open calls for residencies in locations such as France, Poland, Italy, and Belgium, often providing grants like €10,000 plus accommodation. Recent calls include residencies focused on themes like the Art of Remembrance and illustration/graphic literature.