Writing / Literature 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.

Name of Residency: arthotelpanoramaArtist-in-residence program with the theme Histoires.painting,drawing,photography,acting,perform. Artist-in-residency From September 14 till September 28, 2019 Art-hotel Panorama in Pyrgadikia will organize an artist-in-residence program in its premises with the theme Histoires. Disciplines: painting, drawing, photography, acting, performance.Languages: Greek, English, German.Pyrgadikia is a small fishing village in Halkidiki, the distance to Thessaloniki is ab

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.

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.

Name of Residency: EVENT HORIZON CRETEOPEN CALL – 27 ROLLING ADMISSIONS, NO DEADLINEEvent Horizon is a Crete based retreat for production and experimentation. Studio space is available following an application which is evaluated by the Event Horizon selection panel. Artists are assessed through reference to six criteria. Interviews will be held on Skype (or other apps) with video.The residency is a private retreat within the Greek speaking local community and residents do not usually overla

FaveLAB

Zaimi, Greece

The FaveLAB residency and workshop programs aim at stimulating the dialogue between guest artists and the local community.FaveLAb provides living and working space, access to local art networks and institutions, expertise and resources allowing the artists to work on their concepts, reasearch and study new techniques while living in Athens.FaveLAB ensures the communication and presentation of the work developed during the residency program. Shows and presentations take place in changing location

Gaia Artist Residency

Vounaria, Greece

Name of Residency: Gaia Artist ResidencyThe residency aims to provide a safe, tranquil and inspiring place for artists to develop their practice and  contribute to the revitalisation of the area through cultural exchange. Specific programmes may be offered as the opportunity and funding  arises but the main focus of the residency is to provide a place for individual artists to work on thier own practice. To this end we work closely with the individual artists to identify their specific needs.Thr

Hermitage Sykaminea

Lehrter Straße 43, Greece

Hermitage Sykaminea offers self-organised residencies on a monthly basis. The residency format is intentionally non-curated and non-competitive. There is no selection committee, no predefined theme, and no required outcomes.Residencies are open to individual artists, writers, researchers, and self-organised groups who wish to use the space as a temporary working and living environment. Residents determine their own working rhythm, focus, and internal structure.The residency is conceived as a ret

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.

Name of Residency: ‘Living in the Garden’For a creative artist, the inspirational value of an actively focused retreat in a remote and beautiful location cannot be underestimated.Surrounded by open hillsides with long sea views, no streetlights, close neighbors or noisy traffic, the primary aim of our residency is to provide an ideal environment for those artists who wish for a distraction free space in a remote and natural environment, where they can comfortably relax into a focused state of mi

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.

nekubi art residency

El. Venizelou 79, Greece

Name of Residency: Nekubi Art ResidencyThe residency program offers: shared working studio space accommodation exhibition space curated event at the end of the program (exhibition of works, open bar, DJ’s, promotion to our community)RESIDENCY LENGTH: 3 WEEKS or 6 WEEKS The are two residency program options (3 or 6 weeks). Residency programs are open to artists based anywhere in the world.Residency Programme since: 2022Description of Organisation: We are an artist run cultural space in the form o

Old Carpet Factory

Hydra, Greece

The Art Residency at the Old Carpet Factory, located on the picturesque Hydra Island in Greece, offers a unique opportunity for international artists and creatives to live and work in a historical 18th-century mansion. The residency is dedicated to preserving Hydra’s cultural heritage while supporting new artistic ideas. Open to a variety of disciplines, including visual art, sound art, and interdisciplinary projects, the program invites artists to engage with the local community and the island’s rich history. Residents are provided with accommodation in a private bedroom and given full access to the house. The residency seeks projects related to documenting Hydra, creating site-specific works, or developing sound art in the Old Carpet Factory’s recording studio. Artists are responsible for travel and material expenses, while room accommodations are covered by the program. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and projects of two weeks in length are preferred due to the space’s year-round schedule with the recording studio.

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.

Name of Residency: Heraklion Art Studio ResidencyΤο πρόγραμμα φιλοξενίας καλλιτεχνών βρίσκεται στην Κρήτη και προσφέρει στους καλλιτέχνες την ευκαιρία να πειραματιστούν ελεύθερα με καλλιτεχνικό μέσο, ​​ενω ζουν στην ιστορική πόλη της Ηρακλείου. Οι καλλιτέχνες έχουν την ευκαιρία να εξερευνήσουν τα μαγευτικά φυσικά τόπο της Κρήτης, αποκτώντας δημιουργικότητα και έμπνευση. Το πρόγραμμα φιλοξενίας καλλιτεχνών προσφέρει ιδιωτικό κατάλυμα με μπάνιο, κουζίνα και χώρο εργασίας, καθώς και εστιατόριο. Καλ

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.