Sculpture Residencies in Italy

(Re)Create Inc

Italy

Name of Residency: (Re)CreateApplications are currently by invitation only, as we are shifting our focus to invite and host artists at risk, refugees, and artists from zones of conflict and war. ​​Artists in residence at (Re)Create have the opportunity to spend their time as they see fit in order to replenish their creative energy, or to fulfill an ambitious project with (Re)Create’s support.Selected artists will have the possibility to reside at Casa Bianca in Castelnuovo Calcea or Venice, Ital

American Academy in Rome

Rome, Italy

The American Academy in Rome, established in 1894, is a leading international center fostering interdisciplinary exchange among artists, writers, and scholars. Each year, the Academy awards the Rome Prize and Italian Fellowship through a competitive application and jury process to support innovative work in the arts and humanities. Winners are invited to Rome for a period conducive to intellectual and artistic freedom, engagement, and growth. The residency offers a unique opportunity to interact with an evolving international community, enriched by the historical and cultural backdrop of Rome. This tradition enhances the creative output of residents by providing a vibrant atmosphere that encourages the exchange of ideas and experiences within a global context.

Arroscia

Pieve di Teco, Italy

The Arroscia Residency is an artist-run, nonprofit residency program located in the serene Arroscia Valley of Liguria, Italy. Designed for emerging and mid-career artists, it offers 3–8 week residencies twice per year, supporting studio-based practices across a wide range of visual disciplines. Artists receive fully funded support including round-trip airfare, shared housing, studio space, exhibition opportunities, and a weekly stipend for materials and living expenses. The residency is deeply rooted in community engagement, encouraging artist talks, mentoring, or public installations as part of the experience. Studio space is located in a renovated medieval palazzo in the historic town of Pieve di Teco, while housing is provided nearby. Each residency concludes with a gallery exhibition, and one selected piece remains in the residency’s permanent collection. Artists from around the world are welcome to apply via an open call hosted on the Café platform. With its blend of cultural immersion, professional support, and stunning natural surroundings, Arroscia offers artists a chance to focus, reflect, and grow in a quiet yet vibrant artistic environment.

Art Center Padula (Casa Padula)

Padula, Italy

Art Center Padula offers a unique Artist Residency program in the historic Italian village of Padula, aiming to revitalize the area while fostering creative and entrepreneurial potential. The program welcomes artists and writers from various disciplines, providing them with a private room and studio space in one of Padula's most stately residences, Casa Padula. Residency periods last for 18 days, with options for longer stays by combining sessions. The center hosts 3 to 4 artists at a time, promoting a blend of solitude and community. Residents have access to communal spaces and are invited to weekly group dinners, encouraging interaction with fellow artists and the local community. The residency is designed for both emerging and established creatives, judged primarily on the quality of submitted work samples. With its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Art Center Padula seeks applicants from all backgrounds. The program is a testament to the belief in art's power to provoke creativity and innovation, essential for addressing contemporary issues and revitalizing rural communities.

Art Project Graniti

Piazza San Sebastiano, Italy

Name of Residency: Graniti MuralesWe try hard to make Graniti Murales an experience unlike most mural festivals where artists simply arrive, create their work and leave. The residency is designed to encourage a cultural exchange between the artists and the community. The artists bring their talent, vision and outside perspective while the community offers a glimpse of small town Sicilian life nestled within a picturesque mountain-scape, showcasing their food, culture and incredible hospitality.A

Arte Studio Ginestrelle

Assisi, Italy

Arte Studio Ginestrelle and the Writing Residency are located in Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its historical and artistic significance in Italy. Established in 2018, the residency programs are designed to immerse artists, writers, designers, and architects in the rich cultural tapestry of Assisi. The residencies offer private accommodation in the city center, close to key historical sites and surrounded by the natural beauty of Mt. Subasio. Artists are encouraged to engage deeply with the local environment and historical settings, fostering an eco-friendly lifestyle. Each residency includes a private studio and the opportunity to participate in annual exhibitions and publications, highlighting the collaborative and cultural output of its participants.

Artisti nel Bosco

Genoa, Italy

"Artisti nel Bosco" is an evolving residency program located in Baixi, within the scenic environs of Genoa, Italy. It focuses on connecting artists with nature, urging them to engage with and draw inspiration from the surrounding landscape. The residency is particularly renowned for fostering sculptural and installation projects that interact with the natural elements. Each year, through an open call, one artist is offered a two-week residency, during which they create a piece that becomes a permanent installation in the locale—be it forest, stream, or meadow. The residency provides a fully equipped workspace, technical assistance, and a budget for materials. Additionally, it offers accommodations in a secluded house, communal meals, and engagement opportunities with the local art community through workshops and events. This initiative, supported by the Baixi Association, aims not only to promote art that resonates with environmental themes but also to cultivate a deeper community engagement through the resultant artworks.

Cascina Dell'Arte

Crescentino, Italy

Cascina dell'Arte is an artist retreat housed in a restored 16th-century farmhouse in the Piedmont countryside of Northern Italy, offering live-work studio spaces combining historic charm with contemporary artistic facilities. The residency provides artists across all disciplines with time, space, and freedom to focus on meaningful creative projects in a quiet, culturally rich setting.

CRETA Rome: ceramics residencies exhibitions teaching & the arts

via dei Delfini, Italy

Name of Residency: Artist in Residence @ CRETA Romec.r.e.t.a. rome offers self-funded residencies to ceramicists, visual artists and writers for periods ranging from 4 weeks to 3 months. The residency fee covers space in a semi-private equipped studio in the historical center of Rome, technical assistance in procuring materials for artists’s work, use of our equipment, plus a final closing show of works made during the residency period.We also have a second studio in the countryside near the lak

Essere

Cetona, Italy

The Essere Residency is a self-directed program designed to support the creative and personal growth of writers, artists, and creatives of all disciplines. Located in Tuscany, Italy, this residency offers an inspiring environment with a focus on inner wellbeing and artistic exploration. Participants have the opportunity to engage with a vibrant international community, participate in craft talks, guided meditations, and receive individual mentorship. The residency emphasizes being over doing, encouraging a balanced approach to creative practice and personal growth.

ExtrArtis, Artists Residencies for Creative Economy

Via Fuorimura 9, Italy

Name of Residency: ExtrArtisExtrArtis identifica l’ambiente costruito come un laboratorio in cui declinare una nuova prosperità inclusiva che riguarda l’inscindibilità tra i luoghi ei suoi abitanti. ExtrArtis organizza approcci partecipativi per accompagnare le comunità nella transizione culturale del nostro tempo, stimolandole attraverso l’arte a guardare al patrimonio culturale con responsabilità ed educando le persone all’adattabilità dei contesti in qualità di depositari della memoria collet

Florìda

piazzetta dei fregoso 2R, Italy

Name of Residency: Florìda Air-ProgramFlorìda aims to create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere that promotes social interaction, cooperation, and mutual respect among guests. Its philosophy is based on celebrating the diversity and differences brought in by each individual and using them to create a unique and enjoyable experience. To achieve this, the hosts encourage traditional and innovative approaches and foster experimentation based on contemporary art practices, cross-cultural dialogue,

Fondazione Culturale Officine Saffi

Fondazione Culturale Officine Saffi, Italy

Name of Residency: Fondazione Culturale Officine Saffi ResidencyPROGRAMMA DI RESIDENZA La Fondazione Officine Saffi invita artisti, designer e pensatori a immergersi in un programma di residenza che reinventa la ceramica come lente per esplorare il mondo contemporaneo. Ogni anno, fino a sei menti creative provenienti da diverse discipline e orizzonti culturali saranno accolte in questo spazio unico per l’innovazione e la collaborazione. I residenti godranno di pieno accesso a laboratori all’avan

Fondazione Pistoletto Cittadellarte

Via G.B. Serralunga 27, Italy

Name of Residency: UNIDEE residency programsIn 1999 Michelangelo Pistoletto founded Fondazione Pistoletto Cittadellarte’s programme of artists’ residencies for art and social transformation. The programme is open to artists and professionals from all over the world and it aims at providing instruments for “artivators”, i.e. subjects working at the boundaries between artistic practices, processes of social change and collaborations with communities external to the art world, weaving together mome

Homestead Hospitality

Vicolo alla Motta, Italy

Name of Residency: LESArtistsAPPLICATIONS FOR 2026 ARE NOW CLOSED.LESArtists is a 1 month spring artists residency on Lake Maggiore in Italy’s northern Piedmont region. The resident artist will be hosted, free of charge, at one of our properties on Lake Maggiore.LESArtists is a residency that creates space for international artists to find inspiration, develop their craft, build community and connect with the natural landscape and culture of Italy.Explore the iconic islands and lakeside promenad

La Casa Etruria

Latera, Italy

La Casa Etruria is an international artist residency offering immersive cultural and creative experiences in two unique locations within the beautiful Tuscia Viterbese region of Italy. Nestled between the Tyrrhenian Sea, Umbria, and Tuscany, the residency provides a serene and inspiring environment for artists, writers, photographers, and researchers. The program emphasizes independent work and exploration, allowing artists to immerse themselves in the historical and natural surroundings, while enjoying private accommodations either in a medieval village house in Latera or in a casale within the Monte Rufeno Nature Reserve. Both locations offer comfortable living spaces, access to outdoor working areas, and opportunities for exhibitions at local museums. La Casa Etruria fosters creativity through cross-cultural exchanges and a peaceful setting where residents can pursue their projects free from distractions.

La Macina di San Cresci

Pieve di San Cresci 1, Italy

Artist residency  covers a program based on the personal project proposal presented by the artist and consist of sojourning from 7 to 90 days . We operate all year-round welcoming artists of all ages and nationalities. Resident artists are at various stages in their careers and work in all media. The centre offers the opportunity to work alone, or together with other creative people from other countries, developing and interchanging concise ideas on contemporary art and culture. Our facilities a

Mahler & LeWitt Studios

Spoleto, Italy

The Mahler & LeWitt Studios in Spoleto, Italy, offers a residency program centered around the former studios of Anna Mahler and Sol LeWitt, providing a focused environment for artists, curators, and writers to develop new practices in dialogue with peers and the region's cultural heritage. It hosts three sessions per year in spring, summer, and autumn, each up to six weeks, with accommodation, studio space, and often travel funds, per diem, and materials budgets. The program includes special projects like music residencies and collaborations with events such as the Spoleto Festival.

Nature, Art & Habitat Residency: An ECO-Laboratory of Multidisciplinary Practice Taleggio Valley, Italian Alps

sottochiesa 161, Italy

Name of Residency: Nature, Art & Habitat ResidencyThe Nature, Art & Habitat Residency: An ECO-Laboratory of Multidisciplinary Practice, located in the Taleggio Valley near Bergamo, Italy, is a summer program that aims to unfold and display a sensitive culture that responds to nature’s needs and uses nature’s insights as a source of inspiration and as measure of impacts on available resources. The ultimate goal of NAHR is to uncover intimate links between all living organisms in order to support

Nocefresca

Milis, Italy

Nocefresca offers a unique international artist residency located in Milis, Sardinia, providing a rural Mediterranean setting far from tourist hubs. This residency program welcomes artists from various disciplines including visual arts, design, photography, writing, and more, promoting a community-engaged, intergenerational environment for creative exploration. The program supports artists with fully equipped studios, housing, and communal spaces, ensuring a conducive atmosphere for both individual and collaborative projects. With an emphasis on cultural exchange and integration with the local community, Nocefresca extends opportunities for artists to engage in workshops, local collaborations, and community activities, enriching their creative process. The residency facilitates a deep connection with nature, local history, and sustainable living practices, reflecting the ecological and cultural richness of the region. Nocefresca’s self-directed and flexible program structure encourages artists to explore new creative paths without the pressure of a required final product, making it a sanctuary for artistic growth and introspection.

Name of Residency: Palazzo MontiPalazzo Monti, launched in March 2017, is an Artist Residency program located in an eight centuries old palazzo in the city of Brescia, Italy. The project is completely independent from any institutions and funded by the Monti family. Artists are selected anonymously by the Board whose members are based in New York, London, Seoul, Paris and Brescia. The program is open to all international artists and offers the opportunity to explore different mediums. The reside

Spazio Berlendis

Cannaregio 6301, Italy

Name of Residency: Berlendis Residency 2027The call is intended to support a production residency, a period of work and creation that will lead to the realization of an exhibition at Marignana Project. The experience, which will take place within the facilities of Spazio Berlendis, will offer the opportunity to develop a project of study and in-depth research also in relation to the city of Venice—its history, its many suggestions, and the stimuli it generates—through dialogue and exchange with

Studio Panicale

Panicale, Italy

Studio Panicale is a serene artist residency located in the medieval village of Panicale, nestled in the foothills of The Apennine Mountains in Italy. The residency spans across two beautifully refurbished traditional houses, offering accommodation for up to 14 residents at a time. Residents can enjoy the large gardens, olive groves, and a modern studio space equipped with necessary tools like easels and a pottery wheel. The program is self-directed and open to a variety of creative disciplines including visual arts, writing, photography, and ceramics. Artists set their own agenda during stays ranging from one week to two months, providing ample time for reflection and creation. Studio Panicale offers a peaceful environment for artists to focus on their work while surrounded by nature. The residency is entirely self-funded, with weekly fees varying by season. Additionally, a bursary is available for student creatives, offering free accommodation for up to two weeks.

Tenuta Valente

Capaccio Paestum, Italy

Tenuta Valente is an artist residency program located in Capaccio Paestum, Southern Italy, welcoming professional artists of all disciplines to work in a peaceful, bucolic environment surrounded by the Cilentan Coast countryside. The program offers residents private en-suite bedrooms and access to a shared 200-square-metre studio to develop individual projects and engage with the local art community.

The Bottega Projects

Via Galluzzi Fausto, Italy

Name of Residency: Montebuono Artist ResidencyThe Bottega Projects Artist Residency allows time and space for artists and scholars to continue their research in the town of Montebuono, Italy. The house, built in 1595, is in the center of the small medieval town, a few minutes from a grocery store, pharmacy, bar, restaurant, bank, and post office; and just an hour train ride from Rome. It consists of two bedrooms, kitchen, bath, studio space, and a reading/writing room for individual or collabora

The Museum of Loss and Renewal

Via Collemacchia 17, Italy

Name of Residency: Individual Residency Programme, Group Residency ProgrammesThe Museum of Loss and Renewal Residency Programmes offer individual residencies, and thematic group residencies which are designed to support research, exchange, co-learning and/or the development of new work.In Italy, Individual Residencies and Group Residencies are located in the small village of Collemacchia where Tracy’s family has lived for hundreds of years, situated in a protected area of exceptional significanc

UNIDEE

Biella, Italy

The UNIDEE Residency Program, hosted by Cittadellarte - Fondazione Pistoletto, is dedicated to fostering social transformation through artistic practices. Established by Michelangelo Pistoletto in 1999, it offers various residencies that emphasize collaboration, sustainability, and interdisciplinary research. UNIDEE’s programs, which include one-week intensive modules, research residencies, and connective residencies, support artists, curators, and cultural practitioners globally. Participants engage in artistic projects exploring themes like ecological sustainability, social responsibility, and community involvement, working closely with mentors, researchers, and local experts. The residencies are designed to provide inspiration, motivation, and the tools necessary for art-driven social change, emphasizing the role of artists as “artivators” who bridge the gap between artistic expression and real-world social impact. The residency also engages partners like A.M. Qattan Foundation, Yarat Contemporary Art Center, and Inlaks Foundation to support emerging artists worldwide.

Venezia Contemporanea

Calle Ghetto Vecchio Cannaregio 1236, Italy

Venezia Contemporanea is a partially sponsored artist residency program in Venice, Italy, offering 2-4 week individual residencies at La Storta, a private exhibition space with a fully equipped livable studio. The program prioritizes critical projects addressing marginalization, discrimination, environmental issues, and site-specific or long-term research-based work inspired by Venice or the Laguna, with artists retaining ownership of their work and receiving curatorial support and exhibition opportunities.

The Verrocchio Arts Centre is an artists' community located in the hilltop village of Casole d'Elsa, Tuscany, Italy, offering studios and accommodation at reasonable rent for artists seeking a creative retreat in scenic countryside near Siena. It provides three large painting studios, an indoor sculpture studio, a sculpture terrace, six en suite rooms, shared kitchens, an art library, and a terrace, with typical stays starting from a minimum of three weeks and extending to months or longer. While no fixed outcomes are required, exhibitions and private views can be organized upon completion of a body of work.

Villa Filanda Antonini (VFA)

Villorba, Italy

Villa Filanda Antonini (VFA) is an artist residency located in Villorba, near Treviso, Italy, established in 2021 by Giulio Feltrin and his family, founders of the design brand Arper. It is the first initiative supported by the Arper Feltrin Foundation, aiming to foster the dialogue between contemporary art, design, and architecture. Set in the historical Villa Antonini, which once served as the headquarters for a local silk factory, VFA is committed to preserving the architectural integrity while repurposing the space for cultural and artistic production. The residency is designed to be a collaborative, experimental space where artists from various disciplines can explore and engage with the local cultural and natural landscapes of Treviso. Offering a program that includes resident exhibitions, workshops, and cultural events open to the community, VFA encourages artists to create projects that have social repercussions and are responsive to the site. The program is open to European artists non-residing in Italy and is fully funded, including a grant from Culture Moves Europe and support from the European Union. VFA not only acts as a creative space but also participates in local regeneration processes, transforming industrial spaces into generative sites for cultural content and new knowledge. Through its emphasis on sustainable practices and community engagement, VFA aims to foster a network of creative processes that interpret the material and immaterial specifics of the region.

Villa Medici

Roma, Italy

Villa Medici, home to the French Academy in Rome since 1803, is a prestigious artist residency on Rome's Pincian Hill that welcomes nearly 70 artists, writers, researchers, and craftspeople annually for stays ranging from two weeks to one year. The program provides fully funded residencies with accommodation, studio space, and support across diverse disciplines including visual arts, music, literature, architecture, and crafts, maintaining a legacy of artistic patronage dating back to 1666.

Villa Medici – French Academy in Rome

Rome, Italy

The Villa Medici – French Academy in Rome offers residency programs for French-speaking artists, authors, researchers, and craftsmen from all disciplines, including visual arts, music, literature, architecture, design, choreography, theater, and art history. Residents and fellows stay for periods ranging from two weeks to one year, focusing on creative, experimental, or research projects in a supportive environment that encourages interdisciplinary exchanges. Fellows receive grants covering room, board, workspace, and artistic support, while shorter residencies are available through thematic calls and partnerships.

Zuecca Projects

Venice, Italy

Zuecca Projects is a non-profit cultural organization dedicated to the creation and development of interdisciplinary projects in contemporary art, architecture, and film. Founded in 2011 by Alessandro Possati, Zuecca Projects has established itself as a collaborative platform that connects artists, curators, institutions, galleries, and private companies to produce high-quality cultural projects. The organization is renowned for its involvement in the Venice Biennale and for hosting a range of international projects across various art forms. Zuecca Projects’ mission is to promote innovative and advanced contemporary art contexts through a diverse array of cultural initiatives. With a strong focus on international collaboration, Zuecca Projects ensures that its events and projects maintain high cultural standards and attract a prestigious audience. Their primary venue, Squero Castello in Venice, offers a unique environment for artists to create and develop new works. The organization supports artists by providing them with the space and resources to engage deeply with their artistic practice and explore new creative avenues.