Installation Residencies in Georgia

Aqtushetii

Omalo, Georgia

Aqtushetii Residency, nestled in the picturesque village of Omalo within the Caucasus Mountain range in northeast Georgia, offers a unique artist colony and festival experience. It aims to foster the arts, culture, history, and traditions of Tusheti while facilitating collaboration and knowledge sharing among creatives from around the globe. The residency welcomes individuals from a wide array of disciplines, including visual and sound arts, music, dance, philosophy, writing, anthropology, and science. With a minimum recommended stay of 21 days, Aqtushetii provides various accommodations, from capsule dormitories to private rooms in nearby hostels, alongside catering services. The residency is equipped with extensive facilities, including art studios, a library, outdoor working areas, and specialized equipment for a range of artistic practices. Participants are expected to engage with the community through presentations, exhibitions, or workshops and are encouraged to contribute to the residency's permanent collection. The application process involves submitting a portfolio, project description, and preferred residency dates via email. Aqtushetii's unique early spring program also offers an exclusive experience accessible by helicopter, emphasizing the region's secluded beauty and cultural heritage.

Ria Keburia Gallery

Gurjaani, Georgia

The Ria Keburia Gallery Artist in Residence Program, run by the Ria Keburia Foundation, offers international art students a 3-week stay at the Ambassadori Kachreti Golf Resort in Georgia's Kakheti region to create work, connect with artists, and engage with the local scene. Participants have access to studio spaces including woodworking, provided materials, housing in single or double rooms for up to 15 residents, and opportunities to exhibit works created during the residency. The program emphasizes collaboration, new talent discovery, and promoting contemporary art through a supportive countryside environment.