Video / Film Residencies in Spain

AADK Spain

Calle Castillo, Spain

Name of Residency: AADK Spain / Artistic Residency ProgramAADK Spain understands residency programs as contextualized spaces where location models the practices and modifies both its participants and the local communities. Thus, our Artistic Residency is an interdisciplinary and socially committed program that offers its attendants a space for analysis and production. It aims to facilitate research in rural environments, highlighting the value of local knowledge as a means to re-think how these

Alpujarra Artist Residence

Calle Calvario 15, Spain

Name of Residency: Alpujarra Artist ResidenceThe AAR wants to provide local, national and international artists with inspiring and optimal circumstances for research, experiment and production. In this regard, the AAR acts as a network organization that works both locally and internationally to promote connections to support the artistic development of creators. By offering work periods and realizing projects in collaboration with other institutions the AAR connects the artistic motives and idea

Blueproject Foundation

Barcelona, Spain

The Blueproject Foundation, based in Barcelona, Spain, was a non-profit organization operating from to that supported emerging national and international artists through a residency program open to all creative disciplines, including visual arts, music, performing arts, and gastronomy. Residents received access to a dedicated studio space (El Taller), production support, financial grants, and opportunities for exhibitions or performances at the foundation's venues. Since late , the foundation has no permanent space and focuses on delocalized projects, podcasts, and collaborations, with the residency program appearing inactive.

Casa de Velázquez

Madrid, Spain

Casa de Velázquez, the Académie de France in Madrid, is a public institution offering artist residencies for stays of 2 to 11 months, welcoming around 30 artists annually across disciplines like visual arts, architecture, music, choreography, film, and photography. Residents receive dedicated studios, accommodation, and support through calls for applications and partnerships, fostering creation, research, and professional development linked to the Iberian Peninsula. Programs include long-term 11-month residencies for 13-15 artists and shorter collaborative grants.

Casa de Velázquez (Casa de Velazquez)

Madrid, Spain

Casa de Velázquez, part of the Académie de France in Madrid, offers various artist-in-residence programs throughout the year, hosting between 25 and 30 artists. The residencies range from long-term (11 months) to short-term (2 to 6 months) and are open to artists of various disciplines including architecture, visual arts, video art, choreography, film, music composition, and photography. These programs are designed to support artists in developing their work related to the Iberian Peninsula. Additionally, Casa de Velázquez provides a 3-year practice-led research artistic doctoral contract for PhD candidates registered at French universities. Various partner-funded grants are also available through collaborations with public and private institutions.

CCA Andratx

Andratx, Spain

The Artists in Residence Program at CCA Andratx, established for over two decades, stands as a pillar of cultural interaction and creative expression in Mallorca, Spain. Situated in the scenic foothills of the Tramuntana Mountains, this program annually invites a diverse group of international artists to explore and develop their artistic visions in a supportive, unrestricted environment. Each month, four artists are given the opportunity to immerse themselves in this dynamic setting, which not only fosters individual creativity but also enriches the local art scene through contributions from global artists. With more than 800 alumni from 20 countries, the program celebrates its profound impact on the global art community by encouraging cultural exchange and artistic freedom.

Cortijo el Moro – Art Residency

Cortijo el Moro, Spain

Name of Residency: Cortijo el Moro – Art ResidencyWe offer residents the space to spend time in a safe, welcoming and inspiring environment to research new projects, create work and make new international connections.The 4 bedroom Cortijo, spread over 3 floors, features a communal studio space, a ceramics workshop, private working areas in all bedrooms, as well as 2 acres of outside to roam. We have woodworking and metalworking tools, which can be used. We can provide technical assistance where

DOM

Various, Spain

DOM Art Residence operates as a nomadic art residency, uniquely unattached to any single location, which reflects the transient nature of today’s socio-political environment. This model not only fosters creativity but also enables the residency to meet new audiences and explore various cultural contexts each session. Typically running once or twice a year for a one-month period, the program invites 12 artists to participate in a project-oriented format which culminates in a final exhibition showcasing the artists' work. Each session is themed to encourage artists to engage with relevant and provocative topics, for the 2024 session in Spain, the theme is "scenarios of the future". DOM supports artists by covering accommodation, travel expenses, and the cost of production materials, thus removing financial barriers and fostering an environment purely focused on creative exploration. The selection process for participants is twofold: partially by invitation and partially through an open call, which encourages a diverse mix of artists. DOM values communication and expects artists to engage with the local public through various cultural and educational programs that run concurrently with their studio work. This interaction enriches the residency experience, providing both artists and the public with valuable insights and exchanges.

El Corralito

Terrassa, Spain

El Corralito CCA is a self-managed artistic creation center in Terrassa, Spain, founded in by young creators to support emerging artists through residency programs focused on contemporary art research and production. It offers short-term (1 month), medium-term (3 months), and long-term (6 months) residencies in the shared 230m² 'El Galliner' space, prioritizing artists aged 18-35 from Terrassa or Barcelona province, with disciplines including visual arts like painting, drawing, design, fashion, photography, and audiovisuals. Residents engage in a creative community, present their work, and access support from the organization's network.

Espai Souvenir

Barcelona, Spain

Espai Souvenir in Barcelona, Spain, hosts a dynamic Summer Residency for visual artists across various disciplines including drawing, installation, video art, sculpture, painting, performance, and photography. This residency is open to artists of all nationalities and offers a vibrant creative environment in the Gracia district, known for its cultural liveliness. Artists are provided with individual studio spaces, 24-hour access to the gallery, and can participate in local cultural activities and open studios. Although specific materials are not included, guidance on procurement is provided. Espai Souvenir supports its residents with digital promotion across social media, web platforms, and local media, enhancing visibility. The residency is application-based, with slots available for a minimum of two weeks.

Faberllull

Hotel Riu Fluvià, Spain

Name of Residency: FaberllullFaberllull is a place for professionals from the Arts, Sciences of Humanities fields (writers, translators, artists of diverse disciplines, scholars and scientists and so on) come to work on their personal projects for a time. That is why Faberllull offers:On the one hand, thematic residences programmed throughout year, in which professionals from the Arts, Sciences or Humanities fields can come to work and share experiences with other residents for a few days. Durin

Hektor

Calle San Isidro Labrador 65, Spain

Name of Residency: AIR: Artist/Activist in ResidencyWe offer working space both for artists and activists.We open our doors to any art form and type of activism, as long as it endorses our values: planet-driven, diverse, progressive and open.We strongly believe the interaction between artists/activists, our guests, the farmlands and the island lead to powerful conversations, ideas and art. We support artists/activists in making connections, ideation and creation with a network of craftspersons a

Hey Human!

Barcelona, Spain

Hey Human! is a nonprofit artists-in-residence program in Barcelona, providing a creative space for digital artists, musicians, writers, and other professionals to explore the intersection of data and art. The residency offers a two-month stay for four artists, including shared accommodation, a workspace, weekly sessions with DDS research team members, and a small event to present residency outcomes. The 2024 program focuses on the theme “New Data Languages,” encouraging projects that critically engage with data visualization, ethical data practices, and innovative storytelling. Supported by the Goethe Institute, the residency is open to applicants from Creative Europe countries. Selected artists are expected to develop and publish their projects online, participate in a final presentation, and engage with the local community.

Isla de Crear

Úbeda, Spain

Isla de Crear is a creative center located in Úbeda, Andalusia, Spain, that offers artist residencies for creatives from various disciplines. The center encourages exploration and creation outside of commercial constraints, based on the principles of the Fantasism manifesto. Residencies are available for 4, 6, or 8 weeks, with start dates in April and August. Participants receive private en-suite bedrooms and access to shared living spaces and multiple workspaces, including studios for dance, woodworking, and metalworking. The program emphasizes experimentation and interdisciplinary collaboration, with no requirement for a final exhibition or performance. A participation fee of €250 per week covers accommodation and utilities.

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POSADA DE LA LUZ *

Calle Juan Carlos I – 4, Spain

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R.A.R.O. Barcelona (RARO)

Barcelona, Spain

R.A.R.O. Is a itinerant Artists in Residence program created in order to generate spaces for exchange, creation and dissemination of work. R.A.R.O. introduces a format that has the particularity of being itinerant, receives national and international artists, curators, and cultural managers to develop their projects in the different R.A.R.O. workshops from the city of Barcelona at the same time that generates talks, meetings, visits and exhibitions that complement each project.

ROOSTERGNN Artist Residency

Madrid, Spain

The ROOSTERGNN Artist Residency in Madrid, Spain, is a selective program open to writers, journalists, photographers, filmmakers, digital artists, graphic designers, social media artists, creative programmers, coders, entrepreneurs, and innovators for self-directed creative projects. Participants receive accommodation in private apartments, access to facilities like a Brainstorming Room, Conference Room, and RGNN Photo & Video Studio, plus support including 24-hour emergency assistance, orientation coordination, and professional photoshoots. It is part of the non-profit ROOSTERGNN Global News Network, promoting freedom of expression and offering opportunities for publication on RGNN.org.

Sitio Projects

Calle Rejas de la Virgen 25, Spain

Name of Residency: Sitio ProjectsThe Sitio Projects residency offers monthly stays for artists working across disciplines, focusing on creative research, experimentation and community engagement. Each resident receives accommodation and dedicated workspace within the city of Granada, as well as the opportunity to participate in an open studio or exhibition at the end of the residency period, hosted in a nearby creative venue.The programme encourages sustained studio practice, peer interaction, a

Son Andrava

Cami Son Xorc, Spain

Name of Residency: Son AndravaWHAT’S OFFERED– Exclusive use of the ground floor of the house – Quiet indoor and outdoor spaces, surrounded by nature – Self-managed stay (meals and transport not included) – Provided: Linens, towels, kitchen, washing machine, fridge. Wifi – Maximum 4 people per stay (2 bedrooms, with 1 double bed each) – You will be staying in the property on your own during the stay – We are happy to assist artists seeking grants or other forms of funding in their home country/in

Taula de Cultura

St Esteve de Palautordera, Spain

Taula de Cultura is a non-profit cultural association in Sant Esteve de Palautordera that promotes participation, creation, and dissemination of culture in the Baix Montseny territory. The organization offers artist residencies in research, creation, and production across various creative disciplines, providing workspace for periods of time (minimum 2 days) and connecting creators' activities with other spaces of creation and production.

The Unifiedfield

Cádiz, Spain

The Unifiedfield is an independent, artist-run organization focusing on experimental aspects of sound, video, and performance art, offering residencies in unique locations. It launched a residency program in in Castellar de la Frontera, Cádiz, Spain, hosting four international artists in a medieval home within Los Alcornocales Natural Park for about one month. Previously, it operated residencies in Granada's Albayzín, Yogyakarta, Indonesia, and nomadically in the Philippines.

Union de los Rios

Finca La Herradura s/n, Spain

We aim to offer space and conditions for adults to engage in learning, unlearning, collective processes and artistic and creative practice. Because we do not wish to limit what might be happen here, or preclude what we can’t yet imagine, we resist precisely defining the scope of the residency space. However, whatever the specific focus, we emphasise processes that engage in mutually enriching dialogue with the land and the other processes taking place here, connecting with what is, and contribut

Vilarcangel artist residency & ecomuseum

Vilarcangel, Spain

Name of Residency: VilarcangelVilarcangel is open for creative minds that seek time to reflect, discuss and create. Vilarcangel provides time, space, and an inspiring environment for emerging and established international artists to explore and develop their creative process.At Vilarcangel we think about the human condititions, ecology and spirituality.We want the artists to disconnect from their daily routine. We want them to feel free to experiment. Let the beautiful nature embrace them. We wa

Villa Capri

Vilafranca de Bonany, Spain

Villa Capri is a creative residency based in an 18th-century farmhouse in Mallorca, Spain. The female-led, interdisciplinary artist collective hosts international artists from various fields, including visual arts, music, performance, film, and gastronomy, for a 10-day immersive residency. Villa Capri aims to foster creativity and collaboration in a serene, nature-focused environment, far from the rush of urban life. The residency offers an open, dynamic structure where participants co-create the daily schedule, which may include movement workshops, nature walks, creative installations, and hands-on activities such as fabric dyeing and sculpture-making. The experience culminates in a public exhibition featuring performances, workshops, and art displays, with the goal of building lasting connections between the artists and the local community. Sustainability is at the core of Villa Capri’s ethos, with an emphasis on responsible consumption and regenerative practices.

ZAWP LAb

Bilbao, Spain

ZAWP LAb is a space for research, artistic creation, and production located in a post-industrial area of Bilbao that operates as part of the Zorrotzaurre Art Work in Progress project. The residency welcomes artists for stays ranging from one week to three months, providing workspace, accommodation, and opportunities for experimentation and knowledge sharing within a converted warehouse complex.