Land Art Residencies in Iceland

BONFIRE

Iceland

BONFIRE is an international art platform offering nomadic art retreats in locations such as Iceland and the Arctic, alongside online residencies and mentoring. Founded by artist duo LEMOS + LEHMANN, BONFIRE creates transformative experiences for contemporary artists across disciplines.

Gullkistan

Laugarvatn, Iceland

Gullkistan, Center for Creativity, is an artist residency located in Laugarvatn, Iceland, offering a peaceful and inspiring environment surrounded by mountains, lakes, and Icelandic nature. It provides accommodation in two buildings with single and double rooms, as well as shared studio spaces equipped with tools, materials, and Wi-Fi. The residency is open year-round and welcomes artists, scholars, and international student groups seeking solitude and creative focus. Residents can engage in mutual activities, and family accommodations can sometimes be arranged. Gullkistan encourages independent work but also hosts workshops, seminars, and open studios. The residency is easily accessible, located 120 km from Keflavik International Airport, 70 km from Reykjavík, and 40 km from Selfoss. Fees vary depending on accommodation type, and while Gullkistan does not offer direct financial support, artists are encouraged to seek funding from their home countries. With its breathtaking natural surroundings and strong creative community, Gullkistan is an ideal space for deep artistic exploration.

LungA School

Seyðisfjörður, Iceland

LungA School is an artist-run residential art school in Seyðisfjörður, East Iceland offering 12-week immersive programs in Art and Land, where participants live together at the school and engage in experimental artistic and land-based practices. The school functions simultaneously as an educational institution and as an artwork itself, using the concept of schooling as its medium.