Artist Residencies in Spain with Housing
98 residencies
98 artist residencies in Spain include housing. Accommodation is provided so you can immerse yourself in the local art scene.

A cobert
Moià, Spain
Residències a cobert is an artist residency program in Moià, Spain, offering space and conditions for artistic and research projects in fields like plastic arts, performing arts, literature, cinema, performance, science, technology, gender studies, and history, excluding musical projects. It supports small groups of 2-4 adults or creative collectives from any nationality, with stays of 1-4 weeks between May and September, including separate work space and housing. The program fosters dissemination, advice, and synergies with local cultural agents in a rural setting.

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

Arteventura
Seville, Spain
Arteventura is situated on a wooded estate of 25 hectares completely covered with holm and cork oaks. Not only, does the finca – Spanish for “rural estate” – offer its literal spaces, but the interaction with nature and the desire for autonomy of the estate is also meant to be inspiring for all residents. Arteventura is committed to responsible and innovative technology and the efficient use of material and resources. We are not connected to an electricity net. There are solar panels and batteries to supply electricity. We use water from the well and the spring on our finca. Arteventura offers services and experiences that contribute to environmental sustainability and knowledge of the environment. Enjoy nature with awareness and respect. In the entire region barter has been the traditional form of trade. You build my fences? Then I will let your horses graze here. You have got too many apples? I have got more nuts than I can eat. Artists are also welcome at the neighbours to buy eggs, fruit, vegetables,.. (seasonal). Artist are invited to participate in the whole eco-philosophy of the finca, and those want, are welcome to help out. The profits will be shared with you. Crosspollination in all directions. That is the way we see it.

Artist and Researcher in Residence Guiniguada
Gran Canaria, Spain
The Artist and Researcher in Residence Guiniguada, located in Gran Canaria, Spain, is designed to provide a serene environment conducive to artistic and academic work. Emphasizing ecology, society, human rights, and cultural heritage, the residency offers a rural setting that combines a micro-community atmosphere with individual exploration. Residents are encouraged to engage with topics such as ecological art, food cycles, contemporary visual arts, and the culture of the island. The residency facilities include ample outdoor and indoor spaces, work desks, basic workshop tools, and a rich natural surrounding that supports ecological projects and personal growth. With organized activities and excursions, the residency aims to foster a deeper understanding of local ecosystems and cultural practices. This program attracts artists and researchers seeking to deepen their work in a collaborative yet tranquil setting.

Arxiu Comarcal de l’Urgell (ACUR)
Carrer de les Sitges, Spain
Name of Residency: ACUR Residency ProgramThe residency program is located in a public archive in a small city in the region of Catalonia. From the Arxiu Comarcal de l’Urgell(ACUR) we want to support the creators and researchers, from any scientific or artistic discipline, who produce, reflect upon or research, the documents and archives for inspiring and basing the work.Therefore, ACUR provides residents with their equipment for carrying out their creations and research. With particular interest
Asociación Imágenes y Palabras
Calle Medina, Spain
Name of Residency: El HacedorEl Hacedor, ubicado en La Aldea del Portillo de Busto (Burgos, España), ofrece un espacio creativo y un punto de encuentro para artistas de todo el mundo. El Hacedor cuenta con un amplio taller de producción artística (150 m², con una gran cantidad de herramientas y materiales de todo tipo), una galería de arte (150 m²) dividida en tres espacios comunicantes, una exposición al aire libre (3.000 m²), una pequeña biblioteca y un albergue (10 plazas) donde pueden recibi

AZALA Space for Creation
Lasierra (Álava, Basque Country), Spain
AZALA is a space for artistic creation and residencies in rural Lasierra (Álava, Basque Country), focusing on dance, performing arts, and interdisciplinary practices. Offers 5 houses with accommodation, studios, and facilities for artists, thinkers, and groups.

BAR Project
Barcelona, Spain
BAR Project is an independent, mobile, non-profit curatorial organization in Barcelona that promotes artistic exchange through international residencies for artists and curators, focusing on transdisciplinary dialogue, hospitality, and collaboration. It offers 3-month residencies where participants develop projects related to the city, utilizing partner-provided apartments in the Eixample district and studios at Fabra i Coats, along with material and economic support.

Bee Time
Vejer de la Frontera, Spain
Art and ecology research projects exploring the intersection of art and ecology, focusing on the interrelationships between beekeeper, bee, and landscape through bee-centered beekeeping and systems thinking.

Bilbao Arte
Bilbao, Spain
BilbaoArte is an artistic production center run by the Bilbao City Council that provides young creators with studio spaces, workshops for engraving, silkscreening, digital imaging, sculpture, photography, and more, along with grants for production. It offers three modalities—Studio Assignment, Production, and Cooperation—with durations of 6-12 months, stipends ranging from 500 euros monthly to 4,000 euros total, and complementary shared housing support. Selected artists gain access to 12 studios and must contribute one work to the center's collection.

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.

Ca La Rosa
Verges, Spain
CA LA ROSA is an art and research center located in a restored late 19th-century guesthouse in Verges, Baix Empordà, Girona, Spain, offering residencies open to artists in any field for short or long durations to develop their projects. It provides individual and shared workspaces, including a printing workshop, studios with private bathrooms, rooms for working and sleeping, kitchen, dining area, living room, and library. The center supports artistic creation, experimentation, and dissemination, with a focus on visual arts, editing processes, installation, and digital technologies.

Cal Gras
Avinyó, Spain
Artist residency in rural Catalonia offering temporary communal accommodation, studio spaces, and cultural programming. Open to artists and cultural practitioners interested in creation, experimentation, and dialogue.

Can Còdol de Fluvià
Cra. Torroella de Fluvia a St Pere, Spain
Name of Residency: Can Còdol de Fluvià ResidencyThe residency at Can Còdol de Fluvià offers professional artists a quiet environment for independent work and artistic research. The programme is intentionally simple and self-directed: there are no workshops, public events or communal schedules. Artists stay in a private apartment on the estate and use the time primarily for writing, composing, editing or other forms of focused development. The objective of the residency is to provide the time, sp

Can Lis
Mallorca, Spain
Can Lis Residencies, located at Jørn Utzon’s iconic house on Mallorca, offer a unique opportunity for architects and others linked to the Danish architecture scene. Managed by the Danish Arts Foundation in collaboration with the Utzon Foundation, these residencies aim to foster the artistic dimensions of architecture both domestically and internationally. The residency site is notable for its aesthetic appeal and architectural consistency, featuring modest furnishings and located atop a cliff. It provides a conducive environment for architects to engage deeply with their work, emphasizing research and cross-disciplinary dialogue. The residencies are available for periods ranging from 13 to 26 days, during which residents may also apply for travel and transport cost funding. The program prioritizes projects that plan to communicate their outcomes publicly, with a keen focus on artistic quality, relevance, and aesthetic understanding.

Can Serrat
El Bruc (near Barcelona), Spain
Can Serrat, located in El Bruc, near the Montserrat mountain range, offers a year-round artist residency in a beautifully renovated Catalan farmhouse. Established in 1989, it is one of the oldest international residency programs in Spain. The residency welcomes artists from various disciplines, providing a space for creative processes, research, and dialogue without the pressure of producing a final work. Can Serrat offers partially funded residency options for artists through the cultural department of Generalitat de Catalunya. The residency includes shared studio spaces, basic food provisions, and organized activities within the vibrant natural and cultural surroundings of Montserrat.

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.

Casa del Traductor
Tarazona, Spain
The Casa del Traductor is a translator's residency centre in Tarazona, Spain, dedicated to providing a space for literary translators to work and exchange ideas, with priority given to projects involving Spanish, Basque, Catalan, or Galician languages. It offers residency grants, such as 12-13 spots annually, to qualified translators with prior published work in fiction, poetry, theatre, or similar fields. The historic house serves as a professional environment for translation projects.

Casa Planas
Palma, Spain
Casa Planas is a center for art and creation located in Palma, Balearic Islands, Spain. It offers various residencies for artists and researchers working on projects related to the international study of tourism and contemporary creation. The residencies utilize the resources of the Planas Archive, a significant documentary collection focused on the development of mass tourism. Casa Planas provides long-term residencies, residencies at the Planas Archive, and temporary residencies with accommodation, all designed to support artistic and research endeavors. The center collaborates with several cultural and governmental institutions, offering a multifaceted platform for professional work amplification and dissemination. Casa Planas also includes coworking spaces, artist studios, and rooms available for presentations, training sessions, exhibitions, or meetings.
Casa Planas Creative and Cultural Centre
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Casa Planas Creative and Cultural Centre in Palma de Mallorca offers artist residencies for creators and researchers focusing on contemporary art, tourism imagery, and the Planas Archive, providing workspaces, accommodation for some programs, and opportunities for collaboration, research, and public presentation.

Casa Tagumerche
La Gomera, Spain
Casa Tagumerche is a creative residency located on La Gomera, one of the Canary Islands, designed to offer artists and writers a serene space for focused work and reflection. The residency supports diverse creative endeavors, welcoming visual artists, writers, and researchers seeking a contemplative environment to pursue their projects in a private setting. Situated in the remote area above Alojera, the residency provides scenic ocean views, a lush garden, and several comfortable living and work spaces. Accommodations include a main house and guest cottages with shared and private room options, alongside communal spaces like the terrace and garden for dining and relaxation. The program fosters a sense of community, with shared meals and opportunities for informal idea exchange, yet allows residents ample independence. Casa Tagumerche is self-funded, with residents covering a daily accommodation fee and food costs.

casArte El Hierro
Los Llanillos, Spain
casArte El Hierro is an artist residency program in a historic 200-year-old house in Los Llanillos, El Hierro, Spain, serving as a sanctuary for artists and thinkers to explore interdisciplinary and intercultural collaboration while connecting with the island's sustainable lifestyle and nature. Residencies are self-directed, typically lasting 3-12 weeks in spring or autumn, with residents encouraged to present work at the annual Bimbache openART festival. The program is run by the non-profit Bimbache P.O.C.S. and provides communal living spaces but no stipend or covered costs.

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.

Cel del Nord
Oristà, Spain
Cel del Nord was an artist residency program in Oristà, Catalonia, Spain, operating from to with both in-person and virtual options. It emphasized inclusion for artists from unconventional paths and was open to creative people and thinkers across all disciplines in a historic rural village setting. The program is now closed.

Centre for Aesthetics, Religion and Contemporary Culture
Carrer Ramon Trias Fargas 25-27, Spain
Name of Residency: Javier & Marta Villavecchia FellowshipThe Centre for Aesthetics, Religion and Contemporary Culture and the Haas Library at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra are pleased to announce a call for applications for two individual fellowships, permitting the successful applicants to carry out original artistic and/or research projects at the Haas Library for a period of three months during - . We welcome scholarly and/or artistic submissions from any disciplinary background or per

Centro Huarte
Uharte Huarte, Spain
Centro Huarte in Huarte, Spain, is a contemporary art center that hosts artist residencies focused on research, production, and engagement with local communities and contexts, often in collaboration with organizations like CAPP, Idensitat, and Etxepare. Residencies typically involve hybrid models combining studio work, public exhibitions, and social immersion, with past examples including architecture labs, care practices, and transversal aesthetics projects lasting from one to six weeks. The program emphasizes artistic experimentation in visual and plastic arts, connecting artists with the surrounding villages near Pamplona.

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

Creative Residency at O Castro Art Village
O Saviñao, Spain
Rural creative residency in Galicia's Ribeira Sacra for artists, filmmakers, writers, researchers. Geodesic domes, shared studio, kitchen. Emphasizes sustainability, site-responsive work, optional film mentorship. 2 weeks-2 months.

Cuarto Pexigo
Pexigo de Abaixo 18 Baixo D, Spain
Name of Residency: Cuarto PexigoCuarto Pexigo está dirigido principalmente a creativos, profesionales, fotógrafos o artistas en general, que quieran conocer Santiago de Compostela, trabajar, investigar en un lugar preparado para el retiro, la inspiración para proyectos, trabajos personales.Ofrecemos un espacio en el parque de Belvis (en el corazón de la ciudad) dónde poder trabajar, crear e inspirarse.Nuestra misión es acompañar en este proceso, mostrando si lo desean, nuestra ciudad, nuestr

Curiosibot Lab (Curiosibot SL)
Valencia, Spain
Curiosibot Lab in Valencia, Spain, offers artist residencies for creatives in media, music, interaction, and sound art, with a focus on integrating AI tools for music production and sound design. The program provides on-site accommodation, workspace, mentoring, technical training, and for funded editions like the CREAte Music Residency, includes travel and daily allowances. It caters especially to Europe-based musicians, female and underrepresented applicants, with self-funded options also available.

Dados Negros
Villanueva de los Infantes, Spain
The Dados Negros AIR residency program, run by Fundación Pepe Buitrago at the Centro de Holografía y Artes Dados Negros in Villanueva de los Infantes, Spain, supports national and international artists in developing contemporary art projects focused on research, creation, or holography-related work. Residencies last from 15 days to 1 month typically in July, providing individual housing in shared double rooms with bathroom, kitchen-dining area, workspace, and a €300 stipend. Selected projects may lead to evaluation, production, and exhibition at the center.

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.

Domestic Data Streamers
Barcelona 08028, Spain
Domestic Data Streamers offers an experimental artist residency program called Hey Human! in Barcelona, focusing on data, music, writing, and new media, providing 2-4 week stays with accommodation, 24/7 studio access, team assistance, weekly feedback sessions, and a small presentation event.

Drawn to the Camino
Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Artist-led guided walking trips, mindful retreats, and walking studios on Camino de Santiago trails. Blends cultural exploration, personal reflection, artistic creation, and community in northern Spain, ending in Santiago de Compostela.
El Arreciado
Gamonero, Spain
El Arreciado offers artists and creative thinkers self-funded residencies in a unique, inspirational setting immersed in nature, promoting a slow pace of life for contemplation and practice development. Stays are available from 4 days up to one month at the Casa de Artistas, open to individuals or small groups working on specific projects. Applications are welcomed via email with project ideas.
El Mirador de Akasha
Granada, Spain
El Mirador de Akasha is a self-managed artist residency founded in by artists Daniela S. Checa and María Salmerón in Granada, Spain, welcoming international artists to share their work with locals in the Albaicín neighborhood. It provides a large shared workshop with a ceramic kiln, eight individual bedrooms, gardens, terraces, and views of the city, Sierra Nevada, and Alhambra, promoting critical thinking, ecological awareness, and free artistic creation. The residency hosts events and workshops on creativity, bioenergetics, and therapeutic thought while offering an 'AKASHA ARTISTIC CREATION SCHOLARSHIP' that includes materials.
Electro-etching Residency-workshop in Canary Islands
San Felipe 90, Spain
From the naturally lit studio, as well as from the residence and the balconies, you can enjoy the magnificent panorama of the sea and surrounding farmland. In this natural environment, perfect for reflection and creativity, Alfonso Crujera has created a workspace free from toxic emissions and respectful to the environment. The resident artist will be introduced to the fascinating process of electro-etching copper and zinc plates instead of using traditional acids. He will have access to the mast

Electro-Etching Workshop Residency
Arucas, Spain
Non-toxic electro-etching workshop residency in Arucas, Gran Canaria. Artists learn innovative electrolysis etching on copper/zinc plates with expert Alfonso Crujera. Includes private apartment, 70m² studio, in biosphere reserve near beach.

Enclave Land Art
L'Alcudia de Crespins, Spain
Non-profit association created in November building international projects linked to contemporary art. Land art creative residency focusing on dialogue between human beings and nature.

Espacio Lavadero
Granada, Spain
Espacio Lavadero's LAV is an international artist residency program in Granada, Spain, aimed at supporting emerging contemporary artists through creation spaces, exhibition opportunities, and community living. It provides dedicated work studios equipped with tools, internet, and amenities, alongside a central apartment with private rooms, kitchen, and terrace for up to two residents. The program fosters experimental creation in a culturally rich city near inspiring sites like the Alhambra.

Espacio Único
Cuacos De Yuste, Spain
Espacio Único is an international performing arts center located on a 1.5-hectare property in La Vera, northern Cáceres, Extremadura. It provides workspace and artist-in-residence programs for artists, musicians, and companies working in theatre, dance, circus, performance, and audiovisual arts, with facilities including a 55m² wooden-floored performance space and accommodation for up to 11 people.

Espai Animacions
Calders, Spain
Espai Animacions is a puppeteer initiatives center in Calders, Spain, serving as the permanent headquarters of Rocamora Teatre and offering a unique residency program dedicated to puppetry, object theater, and associated arts. It provides workspace, rehearsal rooms, workshops for building puppets and sceneries, and optional accommodation during work periods, courses, or show creation.

Espronceda Institute of Art & Culture
Barcelona, Spain
Espronceda Institute of Art & Culture in Barcelona offers an Artist in Residence program launched in , providing stays of 2 to 12 weeks for internationally recognized and high-potential artists in a multidisciplinary environment. Residents receive private/shared studios, accommodation, and culminate their stay with a public exhibition, artist talk, and international networking support, for a fee of 950 EUR per month. The program fosters creative exchange across visual arts, new media, and more, with facilities including galleries and multimedia spaces.

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

Filou, casa-jardín
Belmonte de San José 44642, Spain
Filou, casa-jardín is an artist residency program in Belmonte de San José, Spain, aimed at bringing art to the village, attracting interesting people, and providing artists with an inspiring place to work. It offers accommodation in a peaceful house surrounded by a wild garden, a spacious studio, and blank walls for creative projects. The program includes pop-up residencies, such as one in May , emphasizing a serene valley environment among pines, almond, and olive trees.

Fundación Knecht-Drenth
Callosa d'en Sarrià, Spain
The Fundación Cultural Knecht-Drenth (FCKD) in Callosa d'en Sarrià, Spain, provides live-work ateliers in four monumental buildings for temporary use by artists, writers, translators, and scientists primarily from the Netherlands and Flanders. Founded by patrons Tijmen Knecht and Helen Knecht-Drenth, the program supports creative and scholarly work in a picturesque setting between the Sierra de Bernia and Sierra Aixorta mountain ranges.

Fundación Valparaíso - Mojácar Residency
Mojácar, Spain
Fundación Valparaíso - Mojácar Residency is an artist residency program located in the picturesque village of Mojácar on Spain's Costa de Almería, offering secluded studios in a restored 19th-century farmhouse for international artists seeking inspiration in a serene, natural environment. It supports a wide range of disciplines including visual arts, writing, and performance, providing private accommodations and workspaces for periods typically lasting one to three months. The program emphasizes uninterrupted creative time amidst stunning desert and sea landscapes.

Haba ArtLab Barcelona
Sant Pere Més Alt, Spain
Name of Residency: Haba Art ResidencyResidencia Artística en Barcelona Situada en el corazón de Barcelona, nuestra residencia ofrece a los artistas una experiencia inmersiva para su trabajo e investigación. Organizamos convocatorias mensuales y coordinamos regularmente proyectos artísticos junto a diversos espacios de arte locales. Nuestra misión es inspirar la creatividad y fomentar la innovación, proporcionando un entorno ideal para crear, colaborar y exhibir arte.Nuestro objetivo principal es

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.

Homesession
c/ Creu dels Molers 15, Spain
Name of Residency: HomesessionHomesession Residency is a programme designed for visual artists and curators looking to develop their research or projects in Barcelona. Residencies last from one to three months, offering participants the chance to immerse themselves in a vibrant, culturally rich neighbourhood at the heart of the city. The close connection Homesession maintains with the local art scene makes the residency a meaningful and inspiring part of the creative process.Residency Programme

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.

JISER Reflexions Mediterrànies
Barcelona, Spain
Jiser Reflexions Mediterrànies is a non-profit association based in Barcelona that promotes artistic creation and art as a tool for social transformation in the Mediterranean region through residencies connecting artists from Spain, Tunisia, and Algeria. The program supports young visual artists with 2-month stays in host cities like Barcelona (typically January-February), providing workspaces, accommodation, travel, stipends, and production support in collaboration with local partners such as Hangar. Residencies emphasize research, experimentation, and public presentations within local cultural contexts.

Joya AiR
Vélez Blanco, Spain
Joya: AiR, an artist residency program located in the Parque Natural Sierra María - Los Vélez in Almería, Andalucía, offers a unique interdisciplinary residency for artists, writers, and creatives from various disciplines. Founded by Simon and Donna Beckmann in 2009, it emphasizes sustainable living and creative work that regenerates the land. The residency provides private studio space, accommodation, and meals, fostering a communal atmosphere among residents. It encourages exploration, learning from the surroundings, and engagement with the local community and environment. Joya: AiR is an off-grid, carbon-positive initiative, supporting over 1500 artists since 2006 in one of Europe's sunniest regions. The program includes access to workshops, critiques, and the opportunity for artists to present their work, enhancing their creative journey in a supportive and inspiring setting.

La Casa de Belmonte
Belmonte de San José, Spain
La Casa de Belmonte is a writer's shelter and creative residency located in a solitary village surrounded by almond and olive trees in Spain. The residency provides dedicated workspace, accommodation, and access to natural surroundings for writers and creative professionals, with minimum stays of 3 days and typical stays of one to two weeks or longer.

La Escocesa
Barcelona, Spain
La Escocesa is an artist-led contemporary visual arts organization and residency space located in Barcelona, Spain. Managed collectively by the artists’ association ‘Associació d’Idees EMA’, it focuses on supporting artists and cultural agents by providing workspaces and resources for the development of their projects. The center offers long-term residencies aimed at visual artists and researchers, emphasizing community participation and collective management. Operating in an old textile factory, La Escocesa is recognized for its commitment to feminist and inclusive practices. The organization collaborates with local and international art centers to promote artistic research, experimentation, and sustainable institutional practices. La Escocesa provides over 30 resident artists with studios, technical equipment, and common spaces. Additionally, the center engages in public programming, open calls, and training opportunities to foster artistic development. Through its intersectional and cooperative approach, La Escocesa aims to build a supportive and dynamic community for contemporary visual arts.

La Pedrada de Noemi
Canary Island, Spain
La Pedrada de Noemi is an artist residency program located in a rehabilitated old house in a rural environment in Agüimes, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain, created as a space for artistic creation, workshops, and cultural activities. It does not offer grants or stipends to resident artists but can assist in seeking external funding, and seeks collaborative artists for projects like those presented at the 'Three Continents' theatre festival.

La Térmica - Creators
Malaga, Spain
La Térmica - Creators is an annual artist residency program at the Contemporary Culture Center of the Provincial Council of Malaga, Spain, supporting six emerging plastic, visual, and multidisciplinary artists with workspaces, accommodation, meals, and financial stipends to develop projects over typically 2-4 months. Residents collaborate on public presentations, studio openings, and a final group exhibition, with requirements to donate a work to the center's collection and submit reports. The program, running since , fosters international talent through open calls and partnerships like BIENALSUR.

Lapse . Barcelona
Spain
Name of Residency: ILLAPSE . BarcelonaILLAPSE residency offers a studio space in Barcelona, where artists and other practitioners within the contemporary arts field can develop their work. The ILLAPSE studio space is at Lapse quarters, where the resident will share common areas with 3 other artists. The resident is expected to make a public presentation of their work, either during an Open Studios event or in the format of a talk, which can be at Lapse shared space or at some other fellow space.

LEA (Lab of Experimental Art)
Madrid, Spain
LEA (Lab of Experimental Art) is a cutting-edge cultural organization located in Madrid, Spain, dedicated to creating a sustainable, authentic, and kind world of art. LEA provides a dynamic and collaborative environment where artists can push the boundaries of their creative practices. The organization offers two types of residency programs: Stays, which allow artists to share workspace in a rotating schedule over a minimum of six months, and Full-Time Residencies, offering a dedicated workspace for three months for artists needing intensive work hours. LEA supports its artists through a 200-square-meter facility equipped with specialized labs, a gallery for experimentation, a library, and a living/meeting room. The program emphasizes professional growth, offering workshops, mentorship, and opportunities for exhibitions and networking with galleries, museums, and patrons. LEA is committed to inclusivity and offers grants and discounts to emerging artists under 35, helping to make participation accessible to a broader range of creatives. Through its residency programs, LEA fosters an environment that encourages experimentation, collaboration, and the re-evaluation of artistic practices.

Mandarina Borda
Palmera, Spain
Mandarina Borda is an Art, Geometry and Agroecology project located in Palmera, Valencia, Spain, founded in as a space for creation and experimentation that rethinks the interaction between humans and their natural environment. The residency accommodates a maximum of three artists simultaneously and utilizes materials from the local agricultural territory, including orange orchards, to facilitate artistic creation and research.

Mas Palou
El Pla del Penedes, Spain
Mas Palou Art Residency, active since , invites artists and collectives of all disciplines to El Pla del Penedes, Spain, for immersive creative development inspired by the Mediterranean landscape and estate. Residents stay in guesthouses for around 9-10 days, fostering community and projects amid vineyards and nature. The program hosts up to 7 artists, culminating in public Open Studios events like the one on March 7, .

Matadero Madrid
Madrid, Spain
The Centre for Artists in Residence (CRA) at Matadero Madrid in Nave 16 offers multidisciplinary residencies for artists, musicians, educators, and cultural agents, providing workspaces, resources, and time for research, experimentation, and reflection away from market pressures. Residents share facilities like auditoriums, editing rooms, kitchens, and workshops, fostering a community with team support, mentors, and public events such as Open Days three times a year. Programs like El Ranchito provide international residencies with studios, living allowances, and production support, connected to Matadero's cultural ecosystem.

NAT Art Residence
Tagle, Spain
NAT Art Residence is an artist residency program located in Tagle, Cantabria, Spain, offering artists a stay in a restored 100-year-old stone house immersed in a natural environment near cliffs, beaches, and Palaeolithic art sites like Altamira. Directed by Andrea Juan and Gabriel Penedo Diego, it provides accommodation for 12 nights, basic amenities, a covered outdoor studio, exhibition room, and ongoing guidance through talks and monitoring to develop projects into completed works. The program is fee-based at €1290 and open to international artists in fields such as Craft, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed Media, Painting, and Sculpture.

Nat(ure) Art Residence SM Pro Art Circle
Calle San Ganzo, Spain
Name of Residency: NAT Art ResidenceThe ResidenceOur house is located in Tagle, Suances Town Hall, Cantabria, in the north of Spain. We are immersed in a geographical space full of human activity for many thousands of years and with an important heritage of Palaeolithic art. Altamira, Monte Castillo and Covalanas are the best known examples of the many existing caves in the region that preserve our first works of art. Many thousands of years ago, a first person looked for the elements, generated
NATURAGARA STUDIO CENTRE
Carretera general 10, Spain
Name of Residency: NATURAGARA STUDIO CENTRENATURAGARA STUDIO CENTRE ´S MAIN AIM IS TO DEEPEN DIFFERENT MEANS TO RECONNECT TO OUR SURROUNDINGS AND WE ARE HAPPY TO SHARE OUR SPACE FOR OUR GUESTS TO EXPERIENCE NATURE FORM DIFFERENT ANGLES, TO EXPERIENCE OUR SURROUNDING AND OUR OWN CREATIVE BEINGS IN THIS PART OF THE WORLD.SURROUNDED BY FORESTS AND OUR DIFFERENT TREES, ON A SMALL VILLAGE OF BASQUE HERITAGE, 1 HOUR WALKING FROM A MOJNTAIN WITH MORE THAN 30 DOLMENS, JUST ONE OUR FROM THE BEACHES OF

Nau Côclea
Camallera, Alt Empordà, Girona, Spain
Nau Côclea is a Contemporary Art Center founded in 1996 in Camallera, Alt Empordà, Girona, Spain, offering artist residencies for performing and visual artists, researchers, and writers focused on research, production, and presentation of contemporary art projects in collaboration with the local community. Residencies provide accommodation in a small rural house for up to 4 artists, access to studio/workshop spaces, office/library, and support, with stays typically ranging from 7 days to 3 months. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary work, including sound art, visual arts, audiovisual, circus, and research, often culminating in public presentations.

Nectar
Near Vilanova de Sau, Spain
Nectar, nestled in the Les Guilleries Natural Park in north Catalonia, offers a residency program within a tranquil, forested environment. This program caters to artists and creatives at various career stages, promoting community-based living and working experiences. It features specialized residencies like the Artist Family Residency, supporting artists with families by providing accommodations, meals, and creative workshops for children. Additionally, Nectar's Artist Residency CICLES focuses on site-specific works and includes a long-term mentoring program. The residencies blend professional development with immersive nature experiences, fostering creativity in a rural setting.

PACA_Proyectos Artísticos Casa Antonino
Gijón, Spain
PACA_Proyectos Artísticos Casa Antonino is an artist-run space founded in by Virginia Lopez in a rural farmhouse near Gijón, Spain, focusing on contemporary art, environmental practices, community engagement, and artistic education through international residency programs. Residencies emphasize site-specific interventions that foster connections with the local community, landscape, history, and territory, promoting cultural, social, and environmental interpretations. The program provides workspace, housing in the traditional Casa Antonino farmhouse, and support including logistics, networking, curatorial feedback, and public presentations.

Pico del Pañuelo
Madrid, Spain
Colonia del Pico del Pañuelo is a historic triangular workers' housing complex in Madrid's Arganzuela district, built 1927-1930 by architect Fernando de Escondrillas. Features 74 buildings with ~1585 small apartments near Matadero Madrid. Previously hosted artist residencies (now closed).

POSADA DE LA LUZ *
Calle Juan Carlos I – 4, Spain
Name of Residency: ···La POSADA DE LA LUZ abre sus puertas ofreciendo un enorme refugio para quienes deseen unirse a nuestro viaje creativo, siempre asombrados, tranquilos y felices.Tendrás nuestras mejores vistas y tu propio espacio donde dejar de contar tantos relojes desbordados, además de nuestros más cálidos abrazos y cada celebración diaria.·Nuestras RESIDENCIAS DE CREACIÓN nacen con la ilusión de:– Recibir y regalar el cariño de más navegantes felices – Acoger por más días a nuestros agu

Printmaking Barcelona
Plaza Bonsuccés, Spain
Name of Residency: Printmaking Barcelona ResidencyOfrecemos al artista la posibilidad de trabajar en un espacio dedicado al grabado en el centro de Barcelona, rodeado de lugares emblemáticos de la ciudad.El taller cuenta con toda la maquinaria y las herramientas necesarias para trabajar con grabado, así como con xilografía, linoleo o fotograbado, entre otras técnicas. Residency Programme since: 1990Description of Organisation: Desde 1986, Printmaking Barcelona se consolida como un estudio espe

RAINBOW ART RESIDENCIES
carretera de San Isidro Labrador S/N Aranjuez, Spain
Name of Residency: RAINBOW ART RESIDENCIESRainbow art Residencies International Program links the contemporary art practice with traditional artisan work based in iron traditional techniques, ceramic from Talavera de la Reina, Glass works, Raku ceramic techniques, Roman Mosaic traditional techniques, non silver Fine Art Photographic processes, and Textile works.Our Goals are to work with artists, artisans and designers integrating natural material with traditional hand made technology & contempo
Ras de Terra
Villanueva de la Vera, Spain
Ras de Terra is an independent, eco-conscious cultural center and artist residency located in the rural region of La Vera, Spain. Founded by Mónica Sánchez-Robles and Juan Urquiola, it serves as a space where artists and creatives can immerse themselves in nature while working on diverse projects. Situated in a rehabilitated tobacco dryer on 5 hectares of land, Ras de Terra promotes sustainability through solar energy and regenerative agriculture, offering artists a chance to engage with the environment in a meaningful way. The residency fosters both local and international exchange, and it encourages projects addressing rural issues, climate change, and sustainability. Open to artists across various disciplines, the residency emphasizes community, collaboration, and creativity in an inspiring rural setting. Accommodation and workspace are provided, with flexible durations ranging from one week to one month, and the center supports residents in seeking external funding.

REC.ON
calle Alegria 5, Spain
Name of Residency: REC.ON SpainResidency offers artists, writers, musicians, dancers, photographers, researchers and creators a space where they can focus on their work while immersing themselves in Andalusia’s nature and supportive community. Our program is designed to encourage artistic exploration, collaboration and personal growth. The residency inspires residents to create new work and explore local culture. We expect each resident to emerge with a deeper connection to their creative proces

Residencia de Estudiantes
Madrid, Spain
The Residencia de Estudiantes in Madrid is a historic cultural center founded in 1910 that hosts nearly 3,000 researchers, artists, and professionals annually for interdisciplinary exchange, debate, and creation through events like lectures, exhibitions, and concerts. It has accommodated luminaries such as Salvador Dalí, Federico García Lorca, and Luis Buñuel, and continues to offer short-term stays, typically less than a week, in 90 rooms. The residency promotes critical thinking via interactions among residents from diverse fields and visiting intellectuals.

Residencia Nautilus Residence
C/ Gramillo, Spain
Name of Residency: Residencia Nautilus ResidenceResidency Programme since: 2007Description of Organisation: We are a residence for artists that belongs to a 4 star bungalow resort called Nautilus Lanzarote and located in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain. Nautilus Lanzarote’s identity is based on Art, Accessibility and Environment and all our guests agree that the place is a haven of peace.We started inviting artists in 2004 and more than 70 artists from 20 nationalities and di

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.

Rural Hackers Residency
Ponte Caldeas, Spain
Rural Hackers Residencies in Ponte Caldelas, Galicia, Spain, foster artistic projects shaped by rural life, slowness, community, and collaboration at Anceu Coliving. 1-month stays include housing, mentoring, network support, and project development for rural revitalization via arts, tech, and creativity.

Sant Andreu Contemporani
Barcelona, Spain
Sant Andreu Contemporani (SAC) in Barcelona offers the International Curatorial Residency Programme, targeted at international curators who join the jury for the Miquel Casablancas Prize for the Visual Arts and develop a curatorial project featuring selected Catalan artists. The residency provides a working space at Fabra i Coats – Fàbrica de Creació de Barcelona, accommodation, travel budget, fees, and production funds totaling around €4,000 (subject to taxes). Projects are integrated into SAC's exhibition program and may be presented internationally.

Ses Dotze Naus Foundation
Eivissa, Spain
Ses Dotze Naus Foundation, founded in in Ibiza, Spain, is a non-profit organization that promotes contemporary artistic creation through residencies, exhibitions, and public programs to strengthen the island's cultural identity and foster social change. The residency program is a two-phase opportunity for visual artists and curators based in the Balearic Islands, Spain, or Europe, involving initial research and exploration followed by production, public activities, and presentations. Participants receive accommodation, workspace, honoraria, travel support, and production funds while engaging deeply with Ibiza's contexts.

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

Taller Gingell Barcelona
Salvà 71, Spain
Name of Residency: International Ceramics Residency ProgramTaller Gingell resident program provides working and living space for visual artists, curators and cultural researchers. Priority is given to those focussed on the field of ceramics. It takes place adjoining the Taller Gingell ceramics production studio.Each residency lasts for 5 weeks, with a maximum of two artists at the same time.The artists and/or researchers live and work in the shared living and studio space.The resident program of

Teatre Nu
Carrer Prats, Spain
Name of Residency: La Casa del Teatre NuLa nostra visió és un referent a les arts escèniques, fomentant la creació i garantint l’accessibilitat universal a la cultura. Queremos formar un públic diferent i crític d’una zona rural. Creem en el teatre com un art comunitari, en el que la suma de talents individuals fa créixer en cada nou projecte.A la nostra residència, acompanyam els processos creatius d’altres companyies i artistes com la nostra, facilitant espais d’assaig i producció, i potencian

The Foundry
Bravos, Spain
The Foundry is a non-profit artist residency in Bravos, Spain, offering open programs throughout the year to provide a space for individuals to work on their projects, host member-organized events, and promote self-sufficiency outside institutional funding. It features facilities for music, visual arts, metalwork, clay, and other materials, with 12 bedrooms, six bathrooms, a professional kitchen, large rooms, and a field for tents in a valley surrounded by a river and forest. Residents have access to a car, bike, WiFi, and nearby groceries in Viveiro, with pets allowed outside.

The Local AIR Valencia
Calle Cambrils 7, Spain
Name of Residency: The Local AIR ValenciaThe Local AIR Valencia connects artists with the vibrant Valencian culture and arts scene while supporting them through their creative processes. Located in the heart of Valencia, the residency offers artists an inspiring environment to focus on their work, engage with the local art community, and develop their practice. Participants benefit from a Residency/City Introduction, weekly meetings in Virtual Studio Group, and International Virtual Artist Talks

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.

Theatre in Palm
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Theatre in Palm Residencies offers a unique opportunity for emerging theatre artists to develop professionally and expand their networks across Europe. Hosted in 12 partner countries, these two-week residencies focus on collaboration, inspiration, and the creation of shareable works. Each residency will produce a co-production in various forms, emphasizing themes like social impact, equality, and environmental sustainability. Participants will receive travel, accommodation, and compensation. The program aims to foster cross-cultural exchanges and enhance the visibility of emerging artists in the European theatre scene.

Tramoia Cultura
Cardedeu, Spain
Tramoia Cultura is an artist residency program associated with Barcelona City of Literature, offering accommodations with three individual bedrooms each featuring a private bathroom and work area, plus shared spaces like a kitchen-dining room. It supports literary and artistic projects, including events like LAVIRAL Escola Radical d'Arts i Ciències with residencies at locations such as Centre Art i Natura Farrera. The program engages in book crafts, literature travels, poetry readings, and drama tournaments.

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

Unmaking Art Studio
Carrer Lancaster, Spain
Name of Residency: Unmaking Art ResidencyA Creative Retreat for Independent Artists.Unmaking Art invites artists from around the world, to join our self-driven artist residency in Barcelona. Designed for independent creatives, this program provides the space, time, and freedom to explore new artistic directions in a city rich with history, culture, and creative energy.What We Offer:– Private or shared studios in a collaborative, artist-run environment– A dynamic Barcelona art scene with endless

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.

Who Cares?
Huarte, Spain
Who Cares? is a Creative Europe-funded artist residency program focused on care practices and interdependence, hosted by Centro Huarte in Huarte, Spain, as part of a collaboration with Idensitat (Barcelona), SPACE (London), Rupert (Vilnius), and Grey Area (Korcula). The residency takes place in Habitación, a hybrid residency-exhibition space at Centro Huarte that serves as both workspace and public exhibition area on weekends, with artists receiving mentorship and sharing their process online. It ran from 1 September to 24 October (potentially extended for international artists), emphasizing integration with local communities.

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.
Frequently asked questions
Do artist residencies in Spain provide housing?
Many residencies in Spain include accommodation as part of the program. Options range from private apartments to shared artist housing. Check each listing for details.
What kind of housing do residencies in Spain offer?
Housing varies by program — from private studios with living space to shared artist houses. Some are in city centers while others are in rural settings.
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