Performance Residencies in India

Art Castle International

Golf Links Road, India

Name of Residency: Art Castle International Artist ResidencyArt Castle International Artist Residency is open to artists of all nationalities and ages. Just 3 Km from Government Museum, the residency is ideally located in a peaceful and lush area in the city of Trivandrum. The residency was founded with the purpose of supporting creative endeavors and welcomes visual artists of all media. The artists will each be provided with a bedroom, private studio and a roof top common studio for their work

Art Junction Residency

Udaipur, India

Art Junction Residency is an independent, non-profit artist residency program located in the rural village of Badanga near Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, founded in to foster cultural exchange, creative exploration, and collaboration among emerging and established artists from diverse backgrounds. It offers short to medium-term stays in eco cottages with shared studios, supporting a wide range of disciplines including visual arts, performance, new media, and more, while hosting community workshops, exhibitions, and public talks. The program emphasizes immersion in a peaceful natural environment to encourage experimentation and dialogue with local culture.

Artinn Jaipur Center

85 GURUKRIPA 3RD AVENUE GOMES DEFENCE COLONY VAISHALI NAGAR JAIPUR, India

Name of Residency: ARTINN JAIPUR CENTERAn artist residency where the actual local artists and artisans were.ArtInn Jaipur today provides a platform for both local and international artists to come together to learn, ideate and create works of art.We run personalised workshops at ArtInn Jaipur. Some are run at the residency while others are at the artists village.The traditional arts of Rajasthan are varied and many. Just as the dialect changes every few kilometres, the arts and crafts of the reg

Banaras Cultural Foundation

Raman Niwas, India

Name of Residency: Kriti Gallery & Artist ResidencyArtists, architects, writers, art historians, directors, actors, publishers, musicians and other creative professionals, from all over the world, regardless of race, gender, age and orientation, with open ideas and opinions, are invited and encouraged to share this garden space in Varanasi / Banaras.Since our inception in 2006, over 200 artists from 26 countries have taken the opportunity to interact with the historic city of Varanasi through th

Chander Haat

Kolkata, India

Chander Haat is an artist-run commune and residency program in Sarsuna, on the southern fringes of Kolkata, India, founded in the late 1980s and offering residencies since to artists, academicians, curators, and creatives in visual arts, performing arts, new media, and curatorial practices. It provides a space for reflection, research, production, and cultural exchange, accommodating 1-4 residents for 1 week to 4 months in private or shared rooms with access to 3 studios. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary, experimental, and community-based art within a supportive environment fostering innovation and immersion in local culture.

Farm Studio

Andore Village, Rajasthan, India

Farm Studio International Artist Residency in Rajasthan, India, offers artists from all disciplines an opportunity to develop their work in a rural community setting. Founded to foster creative exchange, dialogue, and collaboration between Indian rural artists and international contemporary artists, Farm Studio supports community-based activities and celebrates local cultural identity. The residency provides accommodation, meals, studio spaces, and an exhibition opportunity, encouraging experimentation and intercultural exchange. Artists are responsible for their travel, visa, and personal expenses. The program hosts residencies from October to the end of February each year, accommodating 3-6 artists at a time.

Greenmeadows Vagamon

Vagamon, India

Greenmeadows Vagamon is an artists residency program run by Palette People, a charitable trust, located in the scenic hill station of Vagamon, Kerala, India, offering a serene natural setting for creative individuals including writers, artists, musicians, performers, theatre and film personalities, as well as nature lovers and environmentalists. Established in , it provides shared accommodation, a spacious studio of around 1200-1500 sq ft, open spaces in rolling meadows, and facilities like a caretaker, cook, and kitchen, with stays typically ranging from 10 days to 3 months on a fee-paying basis. Artists can optionally exhibit their works for free in Palette People's galleries in Kochi.

Khoj International Artists Association

New Delhi, India

Khoj International Artists’ Association, founded in 1997 in New Delhi, India, is a not-for-profit organization that incubates experimental, interdisciplinary, and critical contemporary art practices through residencies, exhibitions, and community projects. It offers various residency programs like the annual four-week Peers Residency for recent art graduates, international exchanges typically lasting 4-6 weeks, and specialized residencies focusing on themes such as urban density, mental health, and expanded craft. Khoj provides studio spaces, curatorial support, networking opportunities, and public events to foster artistic growth and cross-cultural dialogue.

Kriti Gallery Residency

Varanasi, India

Kriti Gallery Artist Residency in Varanasi, India, is an unstructured, free program founded in - by Navneet Raman to foster cultural dialogue among international artists, locals, and the historic city. It provides private studios in a lush garden setting 3-4 km from the Ganges, accommodating artists across disciplines for 1-3 months year-round with no deadlines or exhibition requirements. Now part of Banaras Cultural Foundation, it supports over 200 artists from 26 countries through stays, workshops, exhibitions, and interactions.

Last Ship

Near Sound and Light gate, India

Name of Residency: Last ShipLast Ship is now in Khajuraho, the UNESCO World Heritage site in Madhya Pradesh, and Kalinjar, Uttar Pradesh, India. Last Ship’s Artist in Residence program provides an opportunity for artists from around the world to experience this ancient region, its history, and its mystic and spiritual traditions while they are still alive in this small pocket of time, before they are lost forever.Last Ship’s artist studios, along with its restaurant and community space, are loca

Mumbai Artists in Residence (MAIR) by APRE Art House

Mumbai, India

APRE Art House, founded by Prerna SM Jain in 2016, is a contemporary art gallery and artist residency program located in Mumbai, India. The gallery is known for its innovative and pioneering exhibitions across diverse media and genres. With a physical space of 12,000 sq. ft. in Colaba and an additional 16,000 sq. ft. residency facility near Mumbai International Airport, APRE supports both established and emerging artists. The residency, Mumbai Artists in Residence (MAIR), offers an immersive eight-week program for visual artists, live artists, and curators, providing mentorship, professional development, and exposure to Mumbai’s vibrant art culture. APRE Art House also engages in robust outreach programs, including panel discussions, performances, and screenings, fostering a deeper appreciation for the arts.

Sarai Media Lab

Delhi, India

Sarai Media Lab is a prominent new media initiative at CSDS in Delhi that hosts artist residencies, fellowships, and collaborative projects focused on urban space, media culture, and contemporary practices. The program invites artists, scholars, and practitioners from South Asia and internationally to engage in creative and experimental work across various media forms including video, audio, digital, and installation art.

Wolf Jaipur

The farm, India

Name of Residency: Wolf JaipurNestled in the serene countryside of Jaipur, a city renowned for its rich heritage and vibrant craftsmanship, the Wolf Artist Residency invites creatives from diverse disciplines to explore the transformative power of art amidst nature. Known for its stunning architecture, traditional crafts, and a kaleidoscope of colors, Jaipur is a tapestry woven from centuries of history and artistry. The city’s craftspeople have long been celebrated for their skill in textiles,