Visual Arts Residencies in Netherlands

airWG

Amsterdam, Netherlands

airWG, situated in the WG grounds of Amsterdam, is an international artist residency program launched in 2015 by the atelierWG community. Originally founded in 1989 and encompassing 120 artist studios, the program is housed in the historical halls 18 and 19. It's dedicated to fostering artistic growth and integration into Amsterdam's cultural landscape. The residency offers a 70 m2 private studio and living space to a diverse range of creatives, including visual artists, mixed media practitioners, performance artists, designers, researchers, curators, and writers. The three-month program emphasizes reflection, creation, and dissemination, culminating in an exhibition at puntWG, an interdisciplinary project space.

Artist Residencies Enschede (ARE)

Enschede, Netherlands

Artist Residencies Enschede (ARE), founded in 2007, is an internationally recognized organization that offers visual artists a chance to immerse themselves in a new community, fostering cultural exchange and creativity. Situated within the B93 art initiative building in Enschede, the Netherlands, ARE encourages interactions between guest artists and local artists, often starting with a welcoming dinner. Monthly, B93 hosts an exhibition (Carte Blanche) and an opening in the same building. ARE offers two guest studios for international artists for a three-month period, culminating in a solo exhibition at B93's exhibition space. The residency provides a conducive environment for creativity, including working facilities and opportunities to connect with a local audience. ARE's mission is to support artists globally in their artistic development and to promote cultural exchange and global connections. ARE collaborates with B93 and is a partner in the Beeldende Kunst Overijssel (BKO) platform.

Rijksakademie

Amsterdam, Netherlands

The Rijksakademie in Amsterdam offers a two-year international residency program for around fifty artists, focusing on research, experimentation, and new work production. Artists receive a studio, work budget, and stipend, along with access to advice from a diverse range of art professionals. The residency boasts a comprehensive infrastructure, including technical workshops with specialists, a library, and an art collection. It encourages freedom in research and working methods within an interdisciplinary environment. The residency fosters a highly international, multi-disciplinary community, where artists benefit from peer dialogue, professional visits, technical guidance, and collaborative opportunities. Each year, approximately 22 artists are selected for the residency, with about half from the Netherlands and the rest from around the world. This diverse community allows for a rich exchange of ideas and practices. The residency aims to provide space for artistic research, reflection, and experimentation, inviting artists to deepen and explore their practice in a supportive and innovative setting.