Nes Artist Residency 2026/2027 (Iceland)
at NES Artist Residency · Skagaströnd, Iceland
Nes Artist Residency offers extended stays in a coastal Icelandic town for artists seeking to develop or reassess their creative work. The programme welcomes creators from diverse backgrounds and is situated within the dramatic landscape of Iceland.
Apply with: Apply with: CV · Letter of intent · Portfolio link
Eligibility: Open to all nationalities
Listing found on artinfoland.com. Always confirm details on the residency’s own site before applying.
About NES Artist Residency
★ 4.2 from 6 artist reviews
The NES Artist Residency in Skagaströnd, Iceland, offers a flexible and supportive environment for artists from around the world. The residency hosts 9-12 artists monthly, encouraging stays of two months or more for an immersive experience. NES provides individual workspaces in shared studios, with specific facilities for writers, dancers, performers, and musicians.
Full profile and reviews →What artists said about NES Artist Residency
“The way to find the place that where I can be myself with huge nature space. Share studio space; community, great home condition, well English communication with Art Residency Manager. Hard to go outside of the town.”
“An amazing opportunity to immerse myself in a new landscape to inspire a creation of new artworks. The studio and resources were good for what I needed for creating paintings.”
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