Multidisciplinary Residencies in Greece

Argo Studios multidisciplinary artist and writer's

Athens, Greece

Argo Studios is a multidisciplinary art residency program in Athens, Greece, offering dedicated workspaces, neo-classical apartments, and connections to the local art scene for artists, writers, performers, scholars, and creatives.

Art Number 23

Athens, Greece

Art Number 23, founded in London in 2015, is a collective of international artists that operates in multiple cities across the world. The Historical Center Residency in Athens offers artists a unique opportunity to create in a vibrant and culturally rich environment. The residency includes accommodation with stunning views of the Acropolis, within walking distance of major historical sites such as the Parthenon and Herodium Theater. Artists from all disciplines are welcome, and the residency emphasizes a connection to the history of Athens, with artworks produced during the residency being showcased in the gallery. The program fosters collaboration, cultural exploration, and self-directed creative development. Fees for the residency are all-inclusive, covering accommodation and workspace, with flexible dates for participation.

bEam arts International Artist Residency

Thessaloniki, Greece

bEam arts runs an international artist residency and gallery in Thessaloniki supporting a vibrant studio practice. Residents receive an individual studio space within a communal environment, with 24/7 access via personal key, regular one-to-one support, technical and curatorial assistance, and visits to local institutions and studios. The program culminates in a curated group exhibition and may include previews. Artists are encouraged to propose site-specific projects, presentations, and workshops, with critiques and promotion through digital platforms to extend visibility.

Cycladic Arts is an artist-run residency program in a renovated traditional Cycladic house in Alyki, a seaside village on Paros, Greece, fostering dialogue and exchange among creatives from diverse backgrounds through living and working in a unique cultural setting. It provides opportunities for visual artists, theorists, curators, writers, and others to reflect, research, produce work, receive studio visits, and exhibit at the end of their stay. The program emphasizes international collaborations and artistic experimentation inspired by the island's heritage.

Descoverartists

Thessaloniki, Greece

Descoverartists offers interdisciplinary art retreats designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and cultural immersion for artists from various disciplines. These retreats encourage participants to experiment with new mediums, share their creative processes, and work together in a supportive and inspiring environment. Hosted in locations such as Thessaloniki and Hydra in Greece, the retreats provide a platform for artists to live and work alongside one another, exchanging ideas and gaining inspiration from both the local culture and the collective experience. Each retreat includes workshops and lectures from experienced professionals, team activities, and opportunities to engage with the local community through art and sustainability projects. Artists are provided with accommodation and access to both indoor and outdoor spaces conducive to creativity, while the retreat experience also includes excursions and recreational activities aimed at promoting balance and well-being.

EIGHT, critical institute for arts and politics

Athens, Greece

EIGHT is a cultural space in central Athens that hosts an artist residency program open to artists, theorists, and researchers across artistic, curatorial, and critical practices, particularly encouraging research-based work engaging with socially/politically engaged practices, alternative ecologies, and urban interventions. The program provides time and space for developing, testing, and presenting work through an initial work-sharing presentation, meetings with the collective, and a final public presentation, with opportunities for collaboration on hybrid events across art, politics, and theory. Located near Exarcheia and Omonoia square, it supports urban research and social action in response to Greece's socio-political landscape.

Eutopia

Meteora, Greece

Eutopia Art Residency offers a unique opportunity for artists to immerse themselves in Greece's rich cultural and natural landscapes. Established in 2023, this residency has quickly become a hub for creative minds seeking inspiration, collaboration, and exploration. Eutopia Art Residency curates several thematic residencies across Greece, each designed to offer artists a different aspect of Greek life, from the tranquility of Meteora's monastic landscapes to the vibrant urban setting of Kavala. These residencies are open to artists from various disciplines, including visual arts, music, literature, and performance, providing a diverse and inclusive environment. With an emphasis on communal living and interaction with local communities, Eutopia Art Residency encourages artists to engage with Greece's cultural heritage, local artists, and Mediterranean cuisine. The program includes workshops, group exhibitions, and cultural excursions, enriching the residency experience. Artists are provided with accommodation, workspace, and logistical support to foster creativity and productivity. Despite its relative novelty, Eutopia Art Residency has successfully organized cultural events and residencies, facilitating a creative exchange that resonates with artists globally.

Ionion Center for the Arts and Culture

Kefalonia, Greece

The Ionion Center for the Arts and Culture offers a uniquely immersive environment for artists, scholars, and creatives from around the world. Located on the picturesque Greek island of Kefalonia, this center serves as a hub for fostering creativity across a wide array of disciplines including visual arts, performing arts, and environmental sciences. The center's programs are varied, ranging from artist residencies and master classes to international exhibitions and interdisciplinary projects, allowing participants to explore and develop their work in a stimulating, supportive setting. Each program at the Ionion Center is designed to integrate the rich cultural and natural landscape of Kefalonia, using the island's history and beauty as a backdrop for inspiration and research. With facilities that encourage both individual and collaborative projects, the center offers spaces for exhibitions, performances, and creative experiments. The residency programs are particularly notable for their inclusion of artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, providing them with the opportunity to engage deeply with the local community and environment. Financial support is available through various grants connected to specific programs each year, ensuring accessibility for a broad range of participants. The center also emphasizes the importance of sustainability and ecological awareness, integrating these themes into its projects and educational initiatives. With its commitment to fostering global artistic dialogue and cultural exchange, the Ionion Center for the Arts and Culture stands out as a beacon for creative minds seeking to deepen their practice and connect with other like-minded individuals from around the world.

Kart Productions

Gytheio, Greece

Kart Productions is an artist residency program located near Gytheio, Greece, a five-minute drive from the sea and an eight-minute drive from the ancient town. Its purpose is to provide artists with a supportive environment for creative work. The program is listed among various artist residencies in Greece by TransArtists.

Kinono Tinos Art Gathering

Tinos, Greece

Kinono Tinos Art Gathering is a multidimensional cultural organization in Tinos, Greece, since , running the 'Four-plus one- Elements' residency program that integrates the landscape, seasons, and elements (earth, water, air, fire, plus time) into artistic creations. It hosts interdisciplinary artists for site-specific works including visual arts, performing arts, sound, film, workshops, and research projects in non-urban island locations, fostering collaboration with locals and producing content for a digital artistic map of Tinos. The program emphasizes reflection on nature, tradition, history, and metaphysics, with past editions like the residency involving around 45 participants across five landmarks.

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.

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.

Little Islands Festival

Sikinos, Greece

The Little Islands Festival (LIF) in Sikinos, Greece, features a Residency and Research Programme hosting artists for 1-2 weeks to create site-specific works inspired by the island's natural and cultural landscape, focusing on new media, performing arts, ecology, anthropology, and hybrid practices. Participants, including filmmakers, musicians, dancers, architects, and curators, receive accommodation, travel support up to 200 euros airfare and ferry tickets, and technical equipment coverage. The program culminates in presentations at the annual summer festival, which transforms Sikinos' public spaces with audiovisual performances, installations, workshops, and exhibitions.

Mudhouse Residency

Agios Ioannis, Greece

The Mudhouse Residency, situated in the serene village of Agios Ioannis on Crete, Greece, is a haven for artists seeking inspiration from the stunning natural environment, solitude for creative growth, an artistic community for enriching professional practices, and a deep cultural immersion in a region with a rich historical background. Founded in 2015, the Mudhouse is now in its eighth year and offers three two-week sessions each summer to a diverse, multicultural, and multi-generational group of international contemporary artists. The residency welcomes artists from various disciplines, including visual arts, writing, music, and performance, fostering dialogues across traditional boundaries. Participants are invited to share their work with fellow residents through presentations and to partake in a closing exhibition that integrates the local historical and natural scenery. The Mudhouse is distinct for its commitment to affordability and diversity, achieved through the support of individual donors and foundations, which allows the provision of both full and partial fellowships determined by a competitive, juried process based on merit and financial need. The residency fee covers accommodations, as well as lunch and dinner served daily, with artists encouraged to explore Crete's rich landscape and historical sites.

Onassis AiR

Athens, Greece

Onassis AiR, established in Athens, Greece, in 2019 by the Onassis Foundation, is a pioneering Artistic Research, Residency & Fellowship Program designed to support arts professionals from various disciplines. It offers a unique environment for artists to explore their practices deeply without the pressure of producing a final work. Emphasizing artistic research and process, Onassis AiR has grown into a vibrant hub for cross-disciplinary exchange, operating as a mycelium-like network within the Onassis ecosystem and beyond. The program encourages artistic experimentation, speculative practices, and non-linear storytelling, fostering a community of peer-to-peer interconnection and knowledge sharing. Onassis AiR's mission is to serve as a catalyst for artistic exploration, offering a platform for co-creation and opening its doors to a diverse community of artists through international networks and collaborations. The residency provides various professional development opportunities, including mentoring, workshops, and engagement with the local art scene. It supports a wide range of disciplines, offering individual and collective resources to facilitate artistic growth and experimentation. Onassis AiR is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and collaborative working environment, further enriching the artistic community and fostering meaningful dialogues and exchanges.

Phoenix Athens

Athens, Greece

Phoenix Athens is a nonprofit artist-run gallery and residency in Athens that provides international and local creatives with space, facilities, and time to develop their artistic practice while engaging with the local community. Founded in by artist Dimitri Yin, the residency emphasizes inclusion, social justice, ecology, and multiculturalism through its Villa Exarcheia program, which offers lodging, workshop access, and exhibition opportunities.

Vovousa Festival Residency

Vovousa, Greece

The Vovousa Festival Residency is an artist residency program associated with the annual Vovousa Festival held every August for 10 days in the historic village of Vovousa, Greece, emphasizing themes of mountain altitude and nature conservation through sustainable practices. It supports artists in creating works inspired by the natural surroundings, as evidenced by past participants exhibiting photography and participating in festival events like performances and workshops. Residencies have included one-week stays and month-long programs, often involving multidisciplinary activities such as dance, photography, and experiential literature.

Water & Rock Nature

Thassos Island, Greece

The Thassos artists' retreat, also known as Water & Rock art residency, is a nature-focused program on Thassos Island, Greece, welcoming artists, writers, musicians, researchers, and scientists to nurture creative expression in a mountainous village setting surrounded by forests and sea. It emphasizes cross-disciplinary exchanges, art-nature excursions, community living, and immersion in the local Greek island lifestyle, with options for guided hikes, yoga, and permaculture volunteering. Residencies typically last 1 week to 1 month, housed in a shared house with studio spaces, though a separate marble sculpting-focused retreat exists.