Visual Arts Residencies in Germany

ACC Galerie Weimar

Weimar, Germany

The International Studio Program of the ACC Galerie Weimar and the City of Weimar, established in 1994, selects three visual artists annually for a four-month residency in Weimar, Germany, providing a studio with attached apartment, a monthly stipend of 1,100 euros, and opportunities for exhibitions. The program promotes international cultural exchange, supports contemporary art in public spaces, and is aimed at non-student visual artists worldwide. Residents are expected to live in Weimar, give a talk, and may participate in group exhibitions the following year.

AiR zusa

Berlin, Germany

AiR zusa is a non-product-oriented residency program in Berlin designed to provide artists, cultural managers, curators, and arts and culture activists from Ukraine and other countries at risk with a safer space for rest, mental health support, and professional resilience-building. The program emphasizes process, self-reflection, and personal growth rather than artistic output, offering participants time to heal and reconnect with local and international cultural networks.

American Academy in Berlin

BERLIN, Germany

The American Academy in Berlin is a private, nonprofit institution offering semester-long residential fellowships to American scholars, artists, writers, composers, and journalists for advanced independent research and creative work in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and public policy. Fellows reside at the Hans Arnhold Center on Lake Wannsee and engage in transatlantic dialogue through public lectures, readings, performances, and discussions.

Atelierhaus Hilmsen

Wallstawe OT Hilmsen, Germany

Atelierhaus Hilmsen is an artist residency program in Wallstawe OT Hilmsen, Germany, supporting the education and professional development of artists and scholars from around the world through partnerships with international institutions, emphasizing arts and humanities. Residents work in complete freedom for an intensive three-week period in spacious studios, fostering diversity, cultural understanding, and spontaneous collaborations amid a wondrous environment. Founded by artist Hans Molzberger in 1993, it offers facilities like painting studios, sculpture yards, housing, and post-residency opportunities such as exhibitions.

Baldreit Stipendium

Baden-Baden, Germany

The Baldreit-Stipendium is a residency program offered by the city of Baden-Baden, Germany, providing artists from literature, visual arts, and composition with a rent-free 70m² apartment in the city center and a monthly stipend (recently €1,100 total). It awards two 6-month residencies annually (October-March and April-September), expecting recipients to engage with the local community by presenting their work. German language skills are desirable, and the apartment is not barrier-free.

Berlin Art Institute

Berlin-Weißensee, Germany

The Berlin Art Institute (BAI) in Berlin-Weißensee, Germany, operates an international artist residency known as the BAI Studio Program, promoting artistic production, discourse, mediation, and research through studio access, workshops, lectures, and exchanges with Berlin's contemporary art scene. It accommodates 5-10 artists at a time in studios at the Motorwerk Berlin complex, with programs structured in 4-week blocks and support for finding accommodation but no on-site housing. The residency fosters intercultural exchange and has hosted over 600 artists from 70+ countries since .

Braunschweig University of Art

Johannes-Selenka-Platz 1, Germany

Name of Residency: Braunschweig ProjectsEach year the Hochschule für Bildende Künste Braunschweig (HBK)/ Braunschweig University of Art announces the Braunschweig Projects scholarship to be awarded on behalf of the Federal State of Lower Saxony:a) Two (2) “Braunschweig Projects” scholarships for artists in Sound Artb) Five (5) “Braunschweig Projects” scholarships for artists in Fine ArtThese scholarships are part of the programme of the State of Lower Saxony for the support of emerging artists a

Culterim Gallery

Berlin, Germany

The Culterim Gallery offers an Artist-in-Residence program at two locations near Berlin: the Manor at Dahlewitz and the Manor at Biesenthal. Both residencies run from May 1st to September 30th, 2024, offering studio space, accommodation, and weekly mentored studio visits, artist presentations, and talks for a fee of 365€ per month. The Dahlewitz location, south of Berlin, features seven buildings on an 18,000 m2 plot with a small forest, while the Biesenthal location, north of Berlin, extends over several buildings and 12,000 m2 of forest next to Lake Wukensee. Both sites welcome artists for terms ranging from 2 to 5 months and conclude with a group exhibition of works created during the residency. Studios vary in size and may be individual or shared, with basic sanitary facilities and communal areas for cooking and socializing. The program is open to all art forms, and artists have 24-hour access to the premises.

Dekoloniale Berlin

Berlin, Germany

Dekoloniale Berlin Residency, organized by Dekoloniale Memory Culture in the City, invites artists, architects, designers, directors, photographers, fashion designers, and urban practitioners to create interventions addressing colonial histories in Berlin's public spaces, culminating in presentations at the Dekoloniale Festival. Residents receive access to a project space, curatorial guidance, production support, travel costs, accommodation, per diem, production budget, and a fee, with mandatory participation in workshops. The program typically spans about 6 months, from mid-May to mid-November, focusing on collaborative and interdisciplinary decolonial practices.

Gartenhaus am Süderwall

Otterndorf, Germany

The Gartenhaus am Süderwall in Otterndorf, Germany, is an artist residency program offering stipends since 1985 for writers (typically June to October, 5 months) and since for visual artists (about 6 weeks in April-May), providing free housing in a historic classical garden house with a studio space, kitchen, and bath. Residents receive a monthly stipend for writers (around 1,200 Euro) or a fixed grant for artists (1,800 Euro plus up to 1,200 Euro for exhibition), expecting primarily on-site presence and public presentations of their work.

Gedok Atelierhaus

LÜBECK, Germany

Gedok Atelierhaus in Lübeck, Germany, offers a guest studio residency program sponsored by the state of Schleswig-Holstein, primarily for female artists in visual arts, applied arts, literature, and music to support and promote their creativity. Residents receive a stipend of 1,000 euros per month (with 400 euros deducted for rent and costs) and must be present during the stay, produce a report, and work in a studio with kitchen and bathroom near the old city. The typical duration is 1-3 months, though some sources specify two months.

Hydromedia Seeing With Water

Karlsruhe, Germany

Hydromedia: Seeing With Water is an artist residency program hosted by the University of Arts and Design (HfG) Karlsruhe, inviting established artists and designers to develop innovative tools rethinking human-nature relationships, particularly around water management and global warming, through site-specific work in the Upper Rhine area. The one-month residency in April provided access to HfG workshops, partnerships with NABU, ZKM, and KIT, followed by local exhibitions in Karlsruhe and Dresden. It is part of a larger EU Creative Europe project (-) with residencies at three institutes, each hosting four artists to create experimental methods for ecological water engagement, culminating in a group show.

KHBstudios Berlin

Nazarethkirchstr. 42, Germany

Name of Residency: Minimales ReisenWe offer two small, attractive rooms with a desk and armchair for guests who want to discover Berlin and work in the KHBstudios. They are interested in AG Minimales Reisen’s focus on travelling to nearby destinations, take part in our open events from time to time and provide insights into their own work. Ideally, they will take something from us home with them and work with us on a long-term basis using http://parallelprotokolle.de/Residency Programme since: 2

KHF Berlin – Kuenstlerhof Frohnau

Hubertusweg 60, Germany

Name of Residency: Artist Residency in the North of BerlinSince 2019 KHF offers a live-in guest studio in a beautiful, one-storey, half-timbered house on 155-square meters with a huge surrounding garden in the middle of the woods. Professional artists of all backgrounds are invited to apply for a self funded residency, throughout the year. There is no limitation regarding the type of artistic practice and applications from artist couples or groups are encouraged as well. Once a year there is an

KuBa: Kulturbahnhof, Klein Warnow

Am Bahnhof 13, Germany

Name of Residency: KuBa ResidencyKuBa: kulturbahnhof Art Residency: A place of motion and emotionKuBa:kulturbahnhof is located on the site of a former station on the Berlin-Hamburg railway in the town of Klein Warnow (Brandenburg). We offer artists and writers of different genres a space to work and to experiment. The interaction with this unique location is an essential element of the project. KuBa: kulturbahnhof is an independent, artist-led and non-profit project. With our “Artists & Writers

Kulturstiftung Schloss Wiepersdorf

Niederer Fläming, Germany

The Kulturstiftung Schloss Wiepersdorf offers an international and interdisciplinary residency program for individual artists, writers, scholars, and groups at Schloss Wiepersdorf, a castle in rural Brandenburg, Germany, about 75 km south of Berlin. Fellows receive free room and board, a monthly stipend of €1200, and a €480 material grant, with stays typically lasting 1-3 months (often three months in spring, summer, or fall periods). The program supports fields like literature, visual arts, composition, and research, providing studios, ateliers, conference rooms, and opportunities for presentations and networking.

Kunst Asyl

Quedlinburg, Germany

Kunst Asyl is an artist residency program in Quedlinburg, Germany, founded in by Armenian artist and curator Narine Zolyan, offering artists the opportunity to work in the UNESCO World Heritage City while focusing on themes of global integration, universal human values, and local history related to 'After the Wall against the Border'. It provides ready-to-move-in accommodations with kitchen, toilet, and shower, plus a 20 square meter studio, at a cost of 220 euros per week, aiming to foster a 'Culture-Integration-Dialogue' between artists from Europe and beyond, with partners in Russia and Armenia.

Künstlerbahnhof Ebernburg e.V.

Bad Münster - Ebernburg, Germany

The Künstlerbahnhof Ebernburg e.V. is an artist residency program in a former railway station in Bad Münster-Ebernburg, Germany, offering 2-3 scholarships annually, each lasting 2 months, primarily to young international artists for undisturbed creative work in a scenic rural setting. Residents receive a high-ceilinged studio, fully furnished apartment, kiln for ceramics/glass, and printing press, with exhibitions organized to showcase their work; costs for living and travel are borne by the artist, though one source mentions a 800 Euro work purchase. Suitable for all art disciplines except those involving fire or water.

Künstlerdorf Schöppingen (Kunstlerdorf Schoppingen)

Schöppingen, Germany

Since its founding in 1989, the Künstlerdorf Schöppingen in Germany has supported international artists through its residency program. Located in two historic manor houses from the early 19th century in Münsterland, close to the Dutch border, it offers a serene rural setting for creative work. The program awards around 40 grants annually in visual arts, literature, and composition, hosting artists for two to six months. Künstlerdorf Schöppingen emphasizes cross-disciplinary artistic exchange and personal and professional development in an international dialogue. The facilities include a garden, communal kitchen, workshop, library, gallery, and exhibition hall, fostering a variety of artistic processes and interactions. The program is known for its collegial advice, knowledge exchange, and non-competitive environment. The residency program is open to international artists of all ages and is selected by expert juries. In addition to the residency, Künstlerdorf Schöppingen organizes events like the CAP program to discuss artistic practices and strategies. An alumni program promotes ongoing exchange among former residents, and the center publishes an annual edition documenting the residency fellowships and programs.

Künstlerhaus Dortmund

Dortmund, Germany

Since , Künstlerhaus Dortmund has offered a Summer Residency program for international artists in all fields of the visual arts during the summer months (July/August). The residency provides a guest studio, combined living/bedroom, shared kitchen and bathroom, along with a travel subsidy up to 500 EUR, daily per diem of 10 EUR, and production costs up to 500 EUR. Note that the program is paused in , with no current application opportunity.

Künstlerhaus Lauenburg

Lauenburg/ Elbe, Germany

Künstlerhaus Lauenburg in Lauenburg/Elbe, Germany, offers three annual residency fellowships in visual arts, literature, and composition, plus a working fellowship for artists with children and a scholarship by invitation, typically lasting 4 months from mid-May to mid-September. Fellows receive housing, studio space, and are expected to spend at least 50% of the time on-site, culminating in presentations like exhibitions, artist talks, or premieres. The program also features a Stadtgalerie for exhibitions and public events.

Künstlerhäuser Worpswede is a place for communal encounters and individual concentration. A place for co-creation and self-efficacy. Martin Kausche founded the complex of five studios in 1971. The studios provide space to work and to live on the edge of the artist village Worpswede, close to Bremen. The state of Lower Saxony, the district of Osterholz and the community of Worpswede all support the association with other partners. We promote interdisciplinary and international art production in t

Laura Liebeskind, die Gründerin, die die Hälfte der Zeit im Haupthaus neben Ihrem wohnen wird, steht Ihnen zur Verfügung, beantwortet Ihre Fragen und holt Sie vom nächsten Bahnhof ab. Sie stellt Ihnen ein Fahrrad zur Verfügung, und es fahren regelmäßig Busse in die nächstgrößeren Orte mit Supermarkt und Freibad.Die Kosten betragen: 1 Woche: 400 Euro / 2 Wochen: 650 Euro / 3 Wochen: 900 Euro / 4 Wochen: 1200 EuroResidency Programme since: 2022Description of Organisation: Ever since 2022, I, Laura

LIA (Leipzig International Art Programme)

Leipzig, Germany

The Leipzig International Art Programme (LIA) is a non-profit artist residency located at the Spinnerei Leipzig. Established to foster international artists, LIA provides spacious studios and cultural support, along with exhibition opportunities at the Spinnerei. The program aims to create a unique workspace and platform for cultural exchange, welcoming artists of all nationalities. LIA is situated in a structure of art institutions and studios, offering 83 sqm furnished studio spaces with 5-meter high ceilings for living and working. The Spinnerei, a former cotton factory, now serves as a unique creative workspace housing 9 galleries, an art supply market, art institutions, and etching studios. LIA's concept revolves around creating a space for cultural exchange within the artistic and cultural network of the Spinnerei. It offers a wide audience access to the art-making process and encourages discussions about art in the artists' studios. LIA has partnerships with international art institutions and enjoys support from various organizations, enabling a diverse range of artists to participate in the program.

Petersburg Art Space Berlin

Berlin, Germany

Petersburg Art Space Berlin (PAS) is a music venue and artist residency located in Moabit, west central Berlin, offering a maximum 3-month work/live situation for experimental artists across all disciplines. The space provides two main working areas (Black Room for performances and White Room for quiet work) and hosts monthly residents showcases, fostering collaboration and creative exploration.

Projekt- Artists meet Wendland

Kriwitz 21, Germany

Artists meet Wendland lädt Kunstschaffende ein, sich in Ruhe zu konzentrieren und ihre kreativen Ideen und Prozesse zuzuwenden. Die Residenz befindet sich in einem alten Bauernhaus am Rande eines kleinen Dorfes. Das direkt anschließende Naturschutzgebiet lädt zu ausgiebigen Wanderungen im Flachland oder Fahrradtouren ein. Dabei können Gedanken, Bilder und andere Projektideen entstehen, die darauf warten, ihren kreativen Ausdruck zu finden.Die Residenz ist ein ruhiger und inspirierender Raum für

Raum für Kunst e.V.

Eiswerderstrasse, Germany

The aim is to provide the artist with the opportunity of creative investment, development of new concepts and inherent connections. In addition, we facilitate for the artists space :  work & housing facilities, tools, professional feedback and opportunities to develop their networks, contacts and audiences. Our residency programme can offer access to new technologies, partnerships and  funding streams as well as, in some circumstances, lead to the development of new ideas that expand the artists

SAVVY Contemporary Residency

Berlin, Germany

The SAVVY Contemporary Residency in Berlin hosts national and international curators, artists, writers, thinkers, researchers, and cultural professionals for periods of at least 3 months, challenging residents to engage with Berlin’s socio-political context and explore trans-disciplinary issues beyond geographical constraints. Residents work from premises in a former power plant in Neukölln, offering workshops, seminars, or lectures, with accommodation in private rooms in a shared flat 500m away, though no production studios are available. The program emphasizes decolonial practices, public-oriented research, and topics like Afro-Pacific affinities and innovative exhibition-making, often through partnerships like REFLEKT for practitioners from Southeast Asia.

Schafhof – European Center for Art Upper Bavaria

Am Schafhof 1, Germany

Name of Residency: European Art Fellowship of the District Council of Upper BavariaThe artists and their personal and artistic needs form the focal point of the artist-in-residence program. The stipend and residency in the host countries are intended to provide artists the opportunity to devote themselves exclusively to their artistic work for this time period. This specifically includes conceptual work, networking and research; artists are not required to produce work.The Center for Art organiz

The Stiftung Künstlerhof Roter Ochse in Schleusingen, Germany, is a foundation that awards residencies to up to three young artists or scholars from diverse fields including music, literature, visual arts, performing arts, and new media, for stays of up to nine months. Residents live, work, and present their creations to the public, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and community engagement in the historic town. The program aims to create a vibrant communication center in the tradition of arts and sciences symposia.

Stiftung Starke

Berlin, Germany

The Stiftung Starke Artist in Residence program in Berlin supports emerging artists under 40 from all genres with 3-12 month residencies including free living and studio space, a stipend, and exhibition opportunities at the Löwenpalais. Established artists can access short-term guest apartments, while projects receive scientific accompaniment by international curators. Applications are accepted year-round by an independent jury, though fellows cover their own energy costs.

Sudhaus e.V.

Tübingen, Germany

Sudhaus e.V. is a socio-cultural center in Tübingen, Germany, that supports young artists by providing studios and spaces for preparation, rehearsal, and production in fields like visual arts, theatre, music, and cabaret. It offers opportunities for artists to present their work publicly through exhibitions, performances, and communal workshops, serving as a forum for dialogue and encounters. Accommodation is arranged externally, with studios ranging from 20-120 m² available on-site.

The Bauhaus Lab

Dessau-Roßlau, Germany

The Bauhaus Lab, hosted by the Bauhaus Dessau Foundation, is a research program focusing on environmental design and pedagogy. It draws inspiration from the Institut de l’Environnement, established in Paris in 1969, which was a multidisciplinary education and research center addressing ecological crises. The program seeks to relate this historical pedagogical experiment to contemporary efforts in environmentally and socially just design education. Participants in the Bauhaus Lab, comprising scholars and practitioners from various disciplines, engage in collective research to examine the history, networks, and methodologies of the Institut de l’Environnement. The program includes field trips within Germany and Europe, with the foundation covering related costs. The Bauhaus Lab offers a three-month residency with free participation, 24/7 workspace access in the Bauhaus Building, and a daily allowance. The residency culminates in an exhibition showcasing the collective research. The program, conducted in English, requires full-time onsite presence and active contribution to the research. Applications are welcomed from diverse backgrounds, and the Bauhaus Dessau Foundation supports visa formalities for non-Schengen area applicants. The selection process involves a review by an international jury and subsequent interviews. The Bauhaus Lab encourages applications that have been marginalized in academic and cultural institutions.

The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK)

BERLIN, Germany

The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) in Potsdam, Germany, hosts an artist residency program since , providing artists with studio space in the historic Kleiner Fotorefraktor building, accommodations in Potsdam, and a stipend paid in three monthly installments. Selected by the Berliner Künstlerprogramm des DAAD, Potsdam Town, and PIK, residents integrate into the PIK community to foster interdisciplinary exchanges between artists and climate researchers on global sustainability. Note that a distinct 'Planetary Transitions' residency exists at the nearby RIFS Potsdam, not PIK.

Villa Aurora & Thomas Mann House e.V.

Berlin, Germany

Villa Aurora & Thomas Mann House e.V. is a European-American foundation based in Berlin that operates artist residencies primarily at its sites in Los Angeles, including Villa Aurora and Thomas Mann House, fostering transatlantic exchange in arts, literature, and culture. It offers fellowships and grants such as the Berlin Fellowship for LA-based artists to reside in Berlin for several weeks, and supports programs like music residencies and Thomas Mann Fellowships addressing global issues. The organization emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, providing stipends, housing, and networking opportunities for artists from Germany and internationally.

Villa Concordia

Bamberg, Germany

Villa Concordia is an International Artist-in-Residence Programme founded in 1997 by the Free State of Bavaria, hosting German and international artists in a baroque water palace on the Regnitz river in Bamberg. The program supports artists in visual arts, literature, and music through residencies, providing lodging, studio space, monthly scholarships, and project grants while promoting cultural exchange and public engagement through exhibitions, readings, and concerts.

ZK/U (Zentrum für Kunst und Urbanistik )

Berlin, Germany

The ZK/U (Center for Art and Urbanistics) in Berlin is an artist-led, independent art residency and project space that hosts a multidisciplinary residency program. This program offers living and working space for artists, researchers, activists, and professionals from various fields, focusing on exploring city dynamics and experiences. ZK/U encourages proposals that challenge conventions and include extraordinary perspectives, welcoming conceptual, contextual, and interventionist contemporary artistic positions, as well as research or experimentation in urbanism, geography, anthropology, architecture, and the humanities. The residency program fosters mutual learning, spontaneous collaborations, and interdisciplinary exchanges, enriched by the diversity of disciplines and profiles of the residents. ZK/U, housed in a former train station building in a dynamic public park, serves as a space for urban experimentation and cross-disciplinary collaborations. With the reopening of ZK/U’s renovated and expanded public spaces in summer 2024, it will return to being a lively cultural venue hosting regular public events for diverse audiences, with residents encouraged to participate. ZK/U's conceptual framework includes narratives that define its program's themes, encouraging applicants to connect their work to these narratives. The residency offers studio space for working and living, access to communal spaces, and participation in a residency program of weekly dinners, monthly studio visits, and bi-monthly open studio events. The fees for the residency vary depending on the studio type and length of stay, covering all utility costs, space usage, and participation in the residency program. ZK/U is committed to creating an inclusive space, actively confronting and countering all forms of discrimination, and fostering good relations based on solidarity, mutual respect, and trust.