Ceramics Residencies with Housing

Arthereistanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

Arthereistanbul, founded in 2014 in Istanbul, Turkey, was initially established to provide Syrian artists facing difficulties with a space for artistic creation, away from the impacts of war and political strife. This unique residency offers a haven for artists to work, exhibit their creations, and sustain themselves through a café and the organization of workshops, screenings, and performances. Emphasizing a custom-made residency program, Arthereistanbul opens its doors to artists, researchers, curators, and writers from all backgrounds, aligning projects with the residency’s vision. The program encourages research, creativity, and cultural exchanges among Syrian, Turkish, and international artists, aiming to foster dialogue, diversity, and understanding. Arthereistanbul equips its residents with studio spaces, archive rooms, exhibition and performance areas, and technical facilities, including a dark room and woodworking tools. Accommodation is provided in Kadiköy, near the residency space, ensuring a comfortable and conducive environment for artistic and cultural exploration.

Aviário Studio (Aviario)

Ferreira do Zêzere, Portugal

Aviário Studio, nestled in Ferreira do Zêzere, Portugal, offers a range of art residencies including Self-Directed, Guided, and Assisted Production residencies. Residency durations vary from 2 weeks to 6 months, accommodating both emerging and established artists. The studio, which operates from Monday to Friday, provides each resident with a workspace, technical assistance, and access to specialized workshops. For additional fees, extended technical support and materials can be procured. Accommodation options are available on-site with alternatives being handled by the resident if preferred. Aviário Studio is well-equipped with facilities for a variety of artistic practices such as printmaking, ceramics, and digital arts, ensuring a productive and creative stay.

Eutopia

Meteora, Greece

Eutopia Art Residency offers a unique opportunity for artists to immerse themselves in Greece's rich cultural and natural landscapes. Established in 2023, this residency has quickly become a hub for creative minds seeking inspiration, collaboration, and exploration. Eutopia Art Residency curates several thematic residencies across Greece, each designed to offer artists a different aspect of Greek life, from the tranquility of Meteora's monastic landscapes to the vibrant urban setting of Kavala. These residencies are open to artists from various disciplines, including visual arts, music, literature, and performance, providing a diverse and inclusive environment. With an emphasis on communal living and interaction with local communities, Eutopia Art Residency encourages artists to engage with Greece's cultural heritage, local artists, and Mediterranean cuisine. The program includes workshops, group exhibitions, and cultural excursions, enriching the residency experience. Artists are provided with accommodation, workspace, and logistical support to foster creativity and productivity. Despite its relative novelty, Eutopia Art Residency has successfully organized cultural events and residencies, facilitating a creative exchange that resonates with artists globally.

Hambidge

Rabun Gap, Georgia, United States

The Hambidge Center, nestled on 600 acres in the North Georgia mountains, stands as the oldest residency program in the Southeast, committed to supporting the creative process across a wide array of disciplines. It welcomes visual artists, writers, dancers, musicians, ceramicists, chefs, scientists, and arts administrators, offering two-week to eight-week self-directed residencies. Each resident is provided with a private studio and living space, complemented by communal vegetarian meals four nights a week. This environment fosters solitude and interaction among a small group of residents, encouraging both deep work and meaningful exchange. Financial aid and Distinguished Fellowships are available to support artists during their stay. The Center’s setting offers a connection with nature, featuring trails, waterfalls, and a rich biodiversity that can inspire and rejuvenate any creative endeavor. Facilities include specialized equipment for various practices, such as the Antinori Pottery Studio and a Steinway grand piano, ensuring that artists have the resources they need. Accessibility is considered, with ADA-compliant studios available, though the natural, unpaved terrain may limit mobility for some.

Kaaysá Art Residency (Kaaysa)

Boiçucanga, Brazil

Kaaysá Art Residency is an artist-run organization located in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest, designed for artists, writers, and creators seeking to engage deeply with nature, local communities, and interdisciplinary practices. Founded and managed by women, the residency emphasizes decolonizing perspectives, reclaiming the wild body, and fostering non-hierarchical relationships. Kaaysá offers various programs, including themed residencies, open calls, and group initiatives, allowing for diverse creative formats and durations. The residency provides ample facilities, including private and shared studios, workshops, and recreational amenities, supporting up to 30 artists at a time. Participants can immerse themselves in the vibrant local culture, biodiversity, and collaborative environment. Kaaysá aims to integrate the local coastal region into the broader cultural circuit, leveraging its proximity to São Paulo for access to urban resources while promoting creative and ecological sustainability.

Residencia Corazón (Corazon)

La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Residencia Corazón, located in La Plata, Argentina, offers a dynamic Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program for international artists, curators, and writers. The program provides a fully personalized experience for each participant, offering support in navigating the local arts scene, research, production, and post-production of works. Artists, writers, and curators from all disciplines are welcome, and residencies are available with or without exhibition opportunities. The residency offers accommodations in private rooms, access to studio spaces, and curated networking with local artists and institutions. While the residency does not offer financial support, it assists artists applying for grants in their home countries by providing necessary documents. Residencia Corazón offers a vibrant space for creative exploration and engagement in Argentina’s cultural scene.

Serlachius

Mänttä, Finland

Serlachius Residency, maintained by the Gösta Serlachius Fine Arts Foundation, is a prestigious program aimed at professionals in the creative sector, including visual artists, art historians, researchers, or curators. It offers a serene environment conducive to creativity and professional development. The residency, which does not charge rent for accommodation or workspace, is set in the scenic locale of Mänttä, Finland, providing a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. The program supports individual artists, working couples, artist groups, and families, offering flexible residency periods ranging from one to four months. Facilities include the historic Einola house for accommodation and the Aleksanterin linna for workspaces, equipped with studios and a gallery space for events and exhibitions. The residency fosters interaction with the local and international art community through events and exhibitions, enriching both the residents' experience and the cultural landscape of the area. Applicants are responsible for their travel and living expenses, and are expected to submit a report on their stay, contributing to the residency's legacy of artistic exchange and exploration.

Skowhegan

Skowhegan, Maine, United States

Skowhegan, a notable summer residency program established in 1946 in Maine, focuses on engaging emerging visual artists with studio practices and peer interactions. Set on a 350-acre rural campus, it offers a collaborative environment for participants and faculty, emphasizing process, experimentation, and open dialogue. The program includes residents from diverse backgrounds and experience levels, with no educational prerequisites. Faculty provide mentorship through studio visits and lectures, but traditional instruction is absent, allowing artists complete freedom in their creative pursuits. Accommodations are shared, and studios are open 24 hours, encouraging work amidst woods and pastures. Technical facilities, including a wood and metal shop and a Media Lab, support various artistic needs. Skowhegan's unique offerings include a fresco workshop and a comprehensive art library, fostering a dynamic, community-driven artistic experience.

Casa Lü Sur

Mexico City (Tlalpan), Mexico

Casa Lü Sur (formerly El Sur) is an artist-run residency in southern Mexico City, providing spacious private studios, comfortable accommodations, and a structured program for visual artists and writers. It fosters collaboration among small cohorts of 5-6 artists through critical dialogue, curated activities, and connections to Mexico City's art scene. Sessions run 26-40 days, with limited fully funded and scholarship options available.

Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

The Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, since its inception in 1981, has stood as a beacon for artists worldwide, offering an invaluable platform for research, creation, and exploration. Located in Omaha, Nebraska, the Bemis Center provides a rich environment for artists to delve into their creative processes without the constraints of specific outcomes or expectations. The residency offers a unique blend of private live/work studios, extensive installation and production spaces, and specialized facilities such as the Okada Sculpture & Ceramics Facility and a Sound Studio. These spaces are designed to support a wide range of artistic activities, from large-scale sculpture fabrication to sound experimentation and recording. Residents benefit from the Bemis Center’s commitment to fostering a vibrant community among a multidisciplinary mix of artists. This community is not only a source of professional collaboration but also a foundation for lasting personal friendships. Moreover, the Bemis Center provides its artists-in-residence with financial support to cover personal needs, material costs, and travel expenses, easing the financial burden and allowing them to focus on their artistic development. Technical and administrative support further enhances the residency experience, enabling artists to navigate challenges and seize opportunities to advance their work. The Bemis Center also places a strong emphasis on public engagement, inviting residents to share their work through presentations, open studios, and interactions with the broader community and local art organizations. This approach enriches the residency experience, offering artists a platform to showcase their work and engage with diverse audiences.

The Studios of Key West

Key West, Florida, United States

The Studios of Key West offers the Peyton Evans Artist Residency (PEAR) program, aimed at both emerging and established artists and writers from around the globe. Founded in 2006, The Studios began with a vision to create a space where artists could live and work, enhancing the cultural landscape of Key West. The program supports nearly 40 artists annually, facilitating creative endeavors across visual, literary, media, musical, and performing arts. Residencies typically span one month, offering artists the solitude and community needed to foster artistic exploration. The Studios emphasizes community engagement, encouraging residents to interact with local artists and participate in communal events. This residency program not only cultivates individual creativity but also aims to build lasting community connections through art.

Sachaqa Centro De Arte

San Roque De Cumbaza, Peru

Sachaqa Centro De Arte, located in the San Martín region of Peru, offers a residency program that provides artists with the opportunity to focus on their creative processes in the serene environment of the Amazon. Open to national and international artists, this residency emphasizes eco-conscious art practices, with options for engaging in painting, ceramics, sculpture, and photography. The center promotes collaboration with local Kechwa communities, offering immersive experiences in traditional crafts like ceramics and weaving. Residents can choose between communal or private accommodations, with both options designed to encourage focus and creativity. The residency includes workshops in natural pigment collection, ceramics, and other sustainable art practices, as well as excursions to local waterfalls, nature reserves, and indigenous villages. Artists can exhibit their work during their stay, either locally or within Sachaqa’s studio spaces. Sachaqa Centro De Arte is committed to fostering a connection between artists and the environment, inspiring the use of locally sourced materials and sustainable techniques.

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.

Art Hub Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark

Art Hub Copenhagen (AHC) is an innovative and international art institution based in Copenhagen, Denmark, dedicated to supporting and promoting professional visual artists. It aims to broaden and qualify public debates on artistic practice and strengthen the voice of artists in society. With a focus on artistic research, production, development, and communication, AHC offers professional facilities and sparring in artistic development, networking, research, and the production of new works. It serves as a meeting place that brings together artists, curators, writers, researchers, companies, cultural institutions, and the general public in a new community. AHC is committed to boosting dialogues on contemporary art both nationally and internationally by facilitating collaborations with a wide range of local and international partners. The institution is known for its residency programs, including the traditional Art Hub Residency and the Residency To-Go program, which is specifically designed for artists with their own studios. This unique program focuses on feedback, network development, and professional guidance, offering discussion/feedback sessions with curators and mentors from Denmark and Skåne County, Sweden. Founded by the Bikuben Foundation in 2018 and continuing to receive its support, AHC operates independently with its own board. It is located at Halmtorvet 27, 1700 Copenhagen V, Denmark, and engages in various activities aimed at supporting the artistic community and fostering dialogue within the art world.

ChaNorth

Pine Plains, New York, United States

The ChaNorth Artist Residency, operated by Chashama in Pine Plains, New York, offers a unique retreat for artists across multiple disciplines. Since its inception in 2006, ChaNorth has provided a secluded environment conducive to creativity and interdisciplinary dialogue. This rural residency, nestled in the Hudson Valley, supports emerging and mid-career artists with a focus on fostering new work within a rich historical and natural setting. The program includes four-week sessions from April through November, accommodating artists in visual arts, choreography, writing, music composition, and performance. Residents benefit from studio visits by art professionals, exhibition opportunities, and community engagement activities. A fellowship is available for young artists under 30, alongside a solo show award and an annual curated alumni exhibition in New York City. The residency emphasizes community engagement through workshops and presentations, fostering a connection between artists and the local community. ChaNorth's partnership with McEnroe Organic Farm highlights a commitment to sustainability and community support, enriching the residency experience with fresh produce and opportunities for agricultural learning.

GoctaLab

Cocachimba, Peru

GoctaLab is an interdisciplinary art residency and nature lodge located in the Amazon region of Peru, offering artists a unique opportunity to develop their projects in a vibrant natural environment. The residency supports artists across various disciplines, including art, architecture, ceramics, music, biology, regenerative agriculture, and more. Artists are encouraged to engage with the local community, promoting cultural exchange and contributing to the well-being of the region through their work. GoctaLab provides modern accommodation with breathtaking views of the Gocta waterfall, a fully equipped workshop, and access to multimedia resources and kilns. The residency promotes sustainability, with a focus on permaculture and sustainable living, integrating art, food, and community into a holistic creative experience. Residencies last between two weeks and one month, depending on project complexity, and artists have full board during their stay.

Haihatus

Joutsa, Finland

Haihatus Artist Residency, located in the serene Finnish countryside of Joutsa, invites professional artists and art students from all disciplines and nationalities to apply for its international residency program. Offering periods ranging from one to three months, the residency provides both workspace and accommodation, welcoming individual artists and workgroups alike. Haihatus is celebrated for its inspiring and relaxed atmosphere, fostering over a decade of global artistic exchange. The residency boasts a variety of common and private workspaces suitable for a wide range of artistic endeavors, from visual to performing arts. Situated in three historic buildings amidst beautiful Finnish lakeland, Haihatus offers a unique blend of artistic freedom and community engagement, with facilities including studios, a performing arts studio, a gallery, and event houses. The residency encourages artists to immerse themselves in the local culture and natural beauty, offering a peaceful retreat for creative exploration and development.

Helene Wurlitzer Foundation (HWF)

Taos, New Mexico, United States

The Helene Wurlitzer Foundation (HWF) is a private, non-profit organization that has been supporting the arts since 1954. Located on a fifteen-acre campus in Taos, New Mexico, HWF offers one of the oldest artist residency programs in the USA. The Foundation provides three months of rent-free and utility-paid housing to visual artists, literary artists, and music composers from around the world. The campus consists of eleven fully furnished casitas, each tailored to the specific needs of different types of artists. The Foundation’s mission is to support the artist and the creative process, offering a peaceful setting for artists to pursue their work without imposed expectations or quotas. Applications are reviewed by a committee of professionals in various artistic disciplines, ensuring a diverse and enriching residency experience.

PRAKSIS

Oslo, Norway

PRAKSIS, established in 2015 in Oslo, Norway, is a dynamic platform that fosters collaboration and creativity among artists, thinkers, and researchers from various disciplines. With a commitment to addressing contemporary issues, PRAKSIS offers thematic residencies that operate nomadically, leveraging partnerships with a range of organizations. Open to local, national, and international applicants, these residencies provide a supportive, high-energy environment for creative exploration and dialogue. Offering three to four residencies annually, PRAKSIS supports participants with accommodation, a stipend for international residents, and a rich program of activities. By emphasizing peer-to-peer interaction and public engagement, PRAKSIS aims to demystify the creative process and encourage a broader understanding of artistic practice.

Radio28 Creative Studios

Mexico City, Mexico

Radio28 Creative Studios, nestled in the vibrant heart of Mexico City, offers a unique artist residency program designed to nurture creativity and foster connections among artists from various disciplines. This residency is a haven for creatives seeking to dive deep into their work, supported by personalized mentorship from established artists, designers, and curators. Participants are immersed in the local art scene through guided tours of galleries, artist-run spaces, and museums, and receive both technical and conceptual support as they develop their projects. The residency culminates in a group exhibition, showcasing the fruits of their collaborative and individual efforts. Facilities include a shared kitchen, bathroom, library, and access to a comprehensive wood workshop, mold making and casting workshop, and printmaking workshop, ensuring artists have everything they need to bring their visions to life. With three program periods offered throughout the year, Radio28 is a dynamic platform for artistic experimentation, offering a rich schedule of activities and access to state-of-the-art facilities. This residency is an opportunity for artists to expand their practice, engage with a new community, and explore the cultural richness of Mexico City.

NES Artist Residency

Skagaströnd, Iceland

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. The residency features two monthly events: free format artist presentations and public open studio events, with support for pop-up exhibitions. While the residency does not include structured programming, the NES team assists with logistical and artistic support as needed. The family-friendly residency offers various accommodation options, including single and double rooms, a private dance studio, and a three-bedroom apartment for families. NES operates year-round, welcoming artists of all disciplines to engage in a creative community surrounded by Iceland’s stunning natural landscape.

Farm Studio

Andore Village, Rajasthan, India

Farm Studio International Artist Residency in Rajasthan, India, offers artists from all disciplines an opportunity to develop their work in a rural community setting. Founded to foster creative exchange, dialogue, and collaboration between Indian rural artists and international contemporary artists, Farm Studio supports community-based activities and celebrates local cultural identity. The residency provides accommodation, meals, studio spaces, and an exhibition opportunity, encouraging experimentation and intercultural exchange. Artists are responsible for their travel, visa, and personal expenses. The program hosts residencies from October to the end of February each year, accommodating 3-6 artists at a time.

Soaring Gardens Artists Retreat

Laceyville, Pennsylvania, United States

The Ora Lerman Charitable Trust's Soaring Gardens Artists Retreat offers a serene and inspiring environment for visual artists, writers, composers, and instrumentalists to focus on their creative work. Located in Laceyville, PA, the retreat operates from mid-May to the end of September, providing residencies typically for three weeks without any application or attendance fees. The retreat encourages both individual artists and groups from various disciplines to apply, fostering a space for personal projects, collaborative endeavors, or both. With two distinct residency locations, the church and the farmhouse, artists can choose between a more intimate setting or a communal atmosphere. Soaring Gardens is committed to inclusivity, offering a limited number of need-based grants, with a special encouragement for applicants from historically marginalized communities. The retreat's tranquil rural setting, complete with extensive gardens and studio spaces, allows artists the freedom and tranquility to immerse themselves in their work, supported by a community of fellow creatives.

Vermont Studio Center (VSC)

Johnson, Vermont, United States

The Vermont Studio Center (VSC) stands as a vibrant creative sanctuary, offering residencies for artists and writers in the tranquil environment of Johnson, Vermont. Offering private studios and accommodation, VSC is dedicated to providing an immersive creative experience, enhanced by the presence of visiting artists and writers who contribute through talks, presentations, and one-on-one sessions. VSC prides itself on its commitment to inclusivity, with various fellowships targeted at supporting BIPOC artists, women, Native Americans, and writers of color, highlighting its dedication to fostering diversity within its community. The center also encourages community engagement through a Community Contribution Program, allowing residents to actively participate in the local and on-campus community. VSC’s facilities are tailored for a wide range of creative practices, including a print shop, digital lab, sculpture shop, and access to traditional craft media, emphasizing its role as a comprehensive hub for artistic development.

ArteSumapaz

San Bernardo, Colombia

ArteSumapaz, located in San Bernardo, Cundinamarca, Colombia, serves as a multifaceted arts center set on a historical coffee plantation that has been transformed into a vibrant cultural and ecological hub. The center focuses on a variety of artistic disciplines including visual arts, sculpture, printmaking, dance, theatre, and music among others. It offers a range of residencies lasting from four to twenty-four weeks and is open to international, national, and emerging artists. ArteSumapaz emphasizes community involvement and environmental sustainability, featuring organic agriculture and reforestation initiatives. The facility includes several studios, a performance space, a bookbindery, and accommodation for artists and volunteers. Artists are encouraged to engage with the local community through workshops and open critiques, contributing to a dynamic exchange of ideas and cultural enrichment.

Mudhouse Residency

Agios Ioannis, Greece

The Mudhouse Residency, situated in the serene village of Agios Ioannis on Crete, Greece, is a haven for artists seeking inspiration from the stunning natural environment, solitude for creative growth, an artistic community for enriching professional practices, and a deep cultural immersion in a region with a rich historical background. Founded in 2015, the Mudhouse is now in its eighth year and offers three two-week sessions each summer to a diverse, multicultural, and multi-generational group of international contemporary artists. The residency welcomes artists from various disciplines, including visual arts, writing, music, and performance, fostering dialogues across traditional boundaries. Participants are invited to share their work with fellow residents through presentations and to partake in a closing exhibition that integrates the local historical and natural scenery. The Mudhouse is distinct for its commitment to affordability and diversity, achieved through the support of individual donors and foundations, which allows the provision of both full and partial fellowships determined by a competitive, juried process based on merit and financial need. The residency fee covers accommodations, as well as lunch and dinner served daily, with artists encouraged to explore Crete's rich landscape and historical sites.

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.

SOMA

Mexico City, Mexico

SOMA is a renowned Mexico City-based non-profit organization, established by artists to foster cultural exchange and art education. Since its inception, SOMA has been dedicated to stimulating dialogue among artists and cultural agents from diverse generations and nationalities. This is achieved through a comprehensive array of programs including courses, workshops, practical sessions, critique sessions, and public events. At the heart of SOMA’s philosophy is the encouragement of experimental and formative artistic practices. The organization provides a platform for artists willing to rethink and challenge their working processes. Critical thinking about individual and collaborative projects, within a peer group, plays a fundamental role in SOMA’s educational approach. The organization questions existing structures and fields where artistic practices occur, aiming to cultivate a community of practice that shares knowledge and responsibilities. SOMA's educational programs are characterized by their bilingual nature, being conducted in both Spanish and English, accommodating a diverse international cohort. The organization's commitment to interdisciplinary approaches is evident in its varied curriculum, which addresses the intersections of art with other fields of knowledge and society. Located in the vibrant context of Mexico City, SOMA acts as a social laboratory, where the centuries-old multicultural metropolis becomes a central space for personal and collective artistic exploration. Through its focus on collaboration, SOMA not only nurtures the development of its participants' artistic endeavors but also contributes to the broader cultural landscape, making it a pivotal institution in the global art community.

Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild

Woodstock, New York, United States

Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild’s artist residency program, located in Woodstock, New York, offers live/work spaces within the Byrdcliffe Arts Colony. Artists from various disciplines, including writing, visual arts, ceramics, filmmaking, and more, are invited to apply based on their artistic excellence or demonstrated commitment to their field. The residency offers both cottage residencies and communal residencies, providing artists with autonomy and opportunities for community interaction. Residents are invited to participate in Byrdcliffe’s annual AiR exhibition and various program offerings. Accommodation options vary in size and layout, with fees applicable. Byrdcliffe ensures a serene natural setting conducive to creative development.

Fondation Fiminco

Romainville, France

The Fondation Fiminco, established in 2017, is located in Romainville, near Paris, and serves as a cultural hub and residency program designed to support visual artists and curators from around the world. The foundation aims to provide artists with a comprehensive environment conducive to artistic and professional growth. This includes access to a range of technical workshops for various mediums such as engraving, silkscreen, ceramics, digital production, and construction. Fondation Fiminco promotes interdisciplinarity and experimentation, enabling artists to engage deeply with the challenges of the contemporary art scene. The residency is part of a vibrant cultural district and offers tailored capsule residencies lasting from one to nine months, depending on the project needs and collaborative initiatives with partner institutions. The residency includes individual furnished studios, shared living spaces, and exhibition opportunities within the foundation’s facilities. Artists benefit from professional development sessions, including meetings with art world professionals, curators, and collectors, which enhance their visibility and network within the French and international art scenes.

Le Wonder

Bobigny, France

Le Wonder is an artist-run collective and residency space located in Bobigny, on the outskirts of Paris, France. Founded in 2013, it occupies large, repurposed industrial complexes and offers both individual and shared studios along with extensive technical resources. The organization emphasizes independence, experimentation, and collective work across a wide range of disciplines including visual arts, performance, and culinary practices. It fosters a collaborative environment where residents can engage deeply with the local and international art scene. Le Wonder runs a research and creation residency for international and French artists and curators outside the Paris region, focusing on experimentation rather than production. Artists receive financial support and access to comprehensive studio facilities and mentorship from members of the collective. The residency is embedded in a strong network of local art institutions and partners, enhancing artists’ professional development. It is supported by public funding and part of the Arts en Résidence network.

Tulsa Artist Fellowship

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

Tulsa Artist Fellowship is a unique, place-based initiative designed to support artists across various disciplines by providing them with the resources they need to thrive creatively in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Each year, the fellowship selects new awardees through an open call process, offering a generous package that includes a $150,000 grant spread over three years, a yearly housing stipend of $12,000, health and studio assistant stipends, and a one-time relocation stipend. Awardees are provided with fully-subsidized studio spaces situated in Tulsa’s vibrant cultural district, enriched by galleries, performance venues, and green spaces. The fellowship is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, extending specific invitations to Native American artists and promoting a broad spectrum of artistic practices. This nurturing environment not only supports individual creative growth but also encourages artists to engage with the community through collaborative projects and public interactions. By integrating artists into the heart of Tulsa, the fellowship aims to enhance the city's cultural landscape and affirm its place as a center of creative activity. Recognizing the profound impact of art on social change, the fellowship aligns with the George Kaiser Family Foundation’s vision, which focuses on transformative impact through arts and culture. The program is an opportunity for artists to develop ambitious projects that resonate with both local and global audiences, ensuring a dynamic exchange of ideas and cultural enrichment.

Abstract Mag

Côte d’Azur, France

The Abstract Mag Summer Residency is a fully funded, two-week artist residency held in the South of France, providing 50 selected artists with an immersive creative experience. Open to artists working in painting, drawing, graphics, photography, sculpture, ceramics, and textile art, the program offers a chance to explore their practice in an inspiring setting. Participants will stay in a historic château with all expenses covered, including travel, accommodation, meals, and art supplies. The residency features excursions to major art institutions such as the Picasso Museum and Fondation Maeght, fostering cultural and artistic enrichment. At the end of the program, residents will participate in a group exhibition at a partner gallery, with their works featured in a printed publication. Additionally, 50 partnering galleries will consider the residents’ work for future collaborations. The program is designed to support artists in deepening their practice while engaging with a creative community in the culturally rich Côte d’Azur region.

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.

(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

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Kaarluomantie 212, Finland

Name of Residency: Ruutin Kartano Art Residency at Granny´s CottageThese residencies are designed for women artists at different stages of life and artistic practice — whether you are a mother wishing to bring your family along, or a woman artist seeking focus time, creative exchange, or to share the experience with a trusted friend or small group.​​Two Residency Paths1. Mothers in Art Residency Created for artist mothers who wish to continue their creative journey while remaining close to their

1646 Residency

Hague, Netherlands

The 1646 Residency, in collaboration with ReCNTR, offers a unique opportunity for artists and researchers to immerse themselves in a creative and intellectual environment. Located in the heart of The Hague, this residency is designed as a retreat to foster the development of new ideas and sustainable practices, drawing inspiration from the natural and social landscape. Open to both national and international applicants, the residency emphasizes experimentation and research over final outcomes, encouraging residents to engage with the local community and its rich history. With a focus on "thinking through making," it supports knowledge production through artistic and multimodal practices. The residency provides a studio, living space, access to facilities and a supportive community, aiming to nourish work and connections. It's a chance to unplug and dive deep into creative pursuits, with the support of curatorial and administrative assistance, and the opportunity for public presentation. This residency is a testament to the power of art to bridge cultures and explore new ways of being, making it a pivotal experience for those looking to expand their artistic and intellectual horizons.

Access Arts/School of Service

Columbia, United States

Access Arts/School of Service in Columbia, Missouri, offers teaching-intensive artist residencies primarily in Ceramics and Fibers, providing live-in or non-live-in options with 24/7 studio access, some materials, and a monthly stipend in exchange for 10-15 hours of weekly service in education, outreach, and maintenance. Residencies typically last one year August, with opportunities for extension, solo/group exhibitions, and community engagement in a supportive college town environment. The program supports artists at various experience levels while serving diverse students through creative learning experiences.

ACEA – Ateliers de Création et d’Expression Artistique

France

Name of Residency: ACEA – Ateliers de Création et d’Expression ArtistiqueACEA invites emerging and established artists of all disciplines for a time and space away from their usual environments. We provide an opportunity for artists to reflect, research, create, and present in the small, rural village of Marnay Sur Seine, France. ACEA allows regional, national, and international artists the opportunity to exchange professional and emotive approaches towards new experiences and aesthetic realitie

ACENTRICSPACE

No.12, China

Name of Residency: ACENTRICSPACE Artist in ResidenceACENTRICSPACE Artist in Residency encourages young artists to continue their practice upon graduation and practicing artists to be kept inspired. ACENTRICSPACE AiR aims to provide all artists with an ideal creative and living environment. It opens to all contemporary artists throughout the year,  during the residency, artists are encouraged to create a new body of work and engage in conversation with artists from China and around the world.Resi

Acme

London, United Kingdom

Acme Studios, established in 1972 and celebrating its 50th anniversary, is a London-based not-for-profit organization that provides affordable studios, work/live spaces, and a comprehensive artist support program. Acme supports over 800 artists across 15 buildings in Greater London annually. The organization offers a range of residency programs, including fully funded and subsidized opportunities tailored to artists at different career stages—from early-career to established practitioners. Acme’s residencies provide financial support, professional development, mentoring, and exhibition opportunities, all within a supportive artist peer community. Their flagship Fire Station Residency offers artists a five-year term to focus on their practice. Acme also engages in various partnerships that extend additional opportunities to resident artists.

ACOSS International AIR

Armenia

Name of Residency: ARVESTANOTSThe primary aim will be for the artists to work on an agreed project in Yerevan and any other sides of Armenia according to residency proposal of visiting artists or group.ACOSS residency program is a project workshop for the promotion of multi – disciplinary art and cultural international exchange in and out of Armenia. We call artists from all artistic disciplines to live, work, and collaborate during their preferred time of staying. ACOSS has agreement with two d

ACRE (Artists Cooperative Residency & Exhibitions)

Steuben, Wisconsin, United States

ACRE (Artists Cooperative Residency & Exhibitions) is a dynamic artist residency program located in rural Southwest Wisconsin, dedicated to fostering community, creativity, and collaboration among emerging artists. With a focus on development, discussion, and presentation of creative practices, ACRE operates each summer, inviting artists to immerse themselves in a nurturing environment away from the distractions of daily life. Residents are accommodated in unique buildings made from salvaged materials, with access to communal studio spaces and specialized facilities for woodshop, screen printing, fibers, sound, AV tech, and ceramics. The residency offers a rich program including studio visits with visiting artists, workshops, lectures, and exhibitions opportunities post-residency in Chicago and the region. With a commitment to inclusivity and support, ACRE provides financial aid options to ensure a diverse group of artists can participate in their 14-day sessions, emphasizing the importance of community, sustainable practices, and creative exploration.

Agency

Unit 102 / 35 Johnston St., Australia

Name of Residency: Agency AiRAgency AiR is a program of residencies dedicated to First Nations participants, developed by Agency in collaboration with different partners. The program includes: urban residencies, regional residencies, community-based residencies, hybrid residencies (with both IRL and digital components), and international residencies. Residencies are offered to First Nations artists, curators, writers, cultural leaders, Elders, experts and art practitioners—selected by invitation

AiC Residency

Orust, Sweden

Artist in Coexistence (AiC) is a platform for artistic exploration from a posthumanist perspective for creatives from all artistic disciplines. A residency at AiC means that you work in close relationship with the site and in an exploratory collaboration with more-than-human, to open up new patterns of thought and notions of coexistence between human and more-than-human. You as an artist should be curious about how a posthumanist perspective can enrich your own artistic practice but also how your work can contribute to change towards a sustainable planetary coexistence.

AIR_MCUBE by Gallery MCUBE

Lalitpur, Nepal

The AIR_MCUBE International Artists Residency Program, organized by Gallery Mcube in Lalitpur, Nepal, offers a unique and enriching experience for artists across various disciplines. Established in 2011, this non-profit residency provides an environment conducive to creative exploration and cultural exchange. Participants engage in diverse visual art practices, including painting, printing, sculpture, installation, performance art, multimedia, and more. The program includes presentation, interaction, and critique sessions to foster dialogue and feedback, enhancing the artistic experience. With flexible durations ranging from one to three months, the residency accommodates artists with private rooms, shared studio spaces, and various facilities, including a kitchen, bathroom, multimedia rooms, and a garden area. Cultural tours, studio visits, media interactions, and workshops further immerse artists in Nepal’s dynamic art scene. The program culminates in a curatorial exhibition showcasing the artists’ works.

Akaru Residency

Poneloya, Nicaragua

Name of Residency: Akaru ResidencyOur artist residency is for anyone seeking dedicated time and space to their practice in a collaborative and community environment. We do expect artist’s to respect studio time.THIS IS AN OPTIONAL PROGRAM.7AM: Optional movement class (yoga, pilates, HIIT)8AM: Coffee break8:15AM: Breakfast (included)9AM-12PM: Studio time12PM-2PM: Lunch (option to go to town or cook at the residency)2PM-5PM: Studio time5PM-7PM: Chill/Critiques (Sunset)7PM-8PM: Dinner (option to go

Akiyoshidai International Art Village

Japan

There is an AIR program “AIAV Fellowship Program”.The period of “Fellowship Program” changes every year. For more information, please visit the “ Fellowship Program” page of the AIAV website.Residency Programme since: 1998Description of Organisation: Akiyoshidai International Art Village, designed by the architect, Arata Isozaki, was founded in 1998 with the aim of providing a platform for artists in residence as well as for a variety of art forms and cultural activities. AIAV’s main hall ha

Åland Archipelago Guest Artist Residence

Kökarkultur/Gästatelje, Finland

The residency offers artists an opportunity to work in a peaceful environment in connection with nature. The residency is run by the non-profit cultural association Kökarkultur rf. We accept applications from individual artists as well as work partners and small workgroups.Residency Programme since: 1997Description of Organisation: The residence is situated on Kökar island in Åland, between Finland and Sweden.The residence house is situated by Hellsö bay, just a few meters from the sea. The hous

Allende Arts Space

Calle Ignacio Allende 20, Mexico

Name of Residency: Allende Arts ResidencyYou’re invited to become part of a vibrant, dynamic community of local and international artists in beautiful San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. Here at Allende Arts, you’ll have ample space, time and freedom to focus on your work and engage in the larger creative community, where you’ll enjoy gallery tours, openings, music venues and a myriad of other cultural, social, and artistic opportunities.We offer one large live/work studio with ensuite bath and one s

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

An Lanntair

United Kingdom

Name of Residency: Island GoingThe residency programme is designed to give participants an opportunity for creative research and exploration in a rich and dynamic environment, whether that is at sea or exploring the diverse landscapes and habitats of the islands.In addition to this our residencies come with an ethos of supporting the communities that they are based in, utilising local knowledge, services and expertise as well as providing a window into the language and culture of the islands.We

Anderson Ranch Arts Center

Snowmass Village, Colorado, United States

Anderson Ranch Arts Center's Artists-in-Residence Program fosters creative, intellectual and professional growth for emerging and established visual artists in the scenic Colorado mountains. Residents have access to world-class facilities including 55,000 square feet of artistic studios and state-of-the-art equipment, free from everyday pressures. The program allows artists to pursue interdisciplinary projects among a community of working artists and gain feedback from prominent Visiting Artists and Critics. The Ranch setting is specifically crafted to aid artists in the production of their work, designed to allow artists to take risks and pursue new projects and ideas. Residents receive housing, studio space, and meals while working in disciplines including ceramics, new media, photography, furniture design, woodworking, painting, drawing, printmaking and sculpture. The program maintains an equal mix of emerging and established artists working together in a supportive mountain environment.

Antares Art Center/Taidekeskus Antares

Pien-Liikkalantie 6, Finland

Name of Residency: Antares residencyTHE RESIDENCY The aim of our residency program is to provide good working facilities in a homely atmosphere in middle of finnish countryside. Antares possesses good communication with the local community and artists associations in nearby towns Kouvola, Kotka, Hamina, Lahti and Lappeenranta.The artist residency includes four bedrooms (13 m² each), a common kitchen and a living room (32 m²), a big bathroom with a washer and a sauna, two toilets. The artist in r

Aomori Contemporary Art Center (ACAC)

Aomori, Japan

The Aomori Contemporary Art Center (ACAC) offers an Artist-in-Residence program titled "SPINNING SCAPES" that invites contemporary artists, curators, and researchers to engage deeply with their practices in a supportive and fully equipped environment. Located at the foothills of the Hakkoda Mountains in Aomori, Japan, the ACAC is celebrated for its distinctive architecture by ANDO Tadao and its integration into the lush local landscape, offering a unique space for creative exploration and public engagement. Residents at ACAC can participate in various lengths of stays, from two weeks to up to six two-week terms, depending on their project needs. The program is flexible, allowing for both in-person and remote participation. It encourages artists to immerse themselves in the local community and environment to inspire new "scapes" or perspectives within their work, whether through exhibitions, performances, or other collaborative projects. Key features include access to specialized workshops (engraving, silkscreen, ceramics, digital production, construction), a personal studio space, communal living areas, and exhibition opportunities. The residency is supported by a dedicated team, offering logistical, technical, and community engagement assistance, aimed at fostering meaningful cultural exchanges and expanding the artists' practices and visibility.

Aomori Contemporary Art Centre, Aomori Public University

Japan

ACAC（アジア芸術文化センター）は、アーティスト・イン・レジデンス（AIR）プログラムを公募しています。現代美術作家、キュレーター、研究者など、文化芸術活動に携わる方々に、展覧会、パフォーマンス、ワークショップ、トークなどの活動に向けた準備の実践機会を提供しています。これらの活動を通して、世界中からアーティストが集まり、青森の地域社会と国際交流を行う機会を提供しています。選考に選ばれたアーティストは、最長3ヶ月間ACACに滞在することができ、滞在費、渡航費、制作費が支給されます。滞在中は、リサーチと制作活動に加え、ワークショップ、トーク、共同制作、地域社会との交流プログラムなどに参加し、展覧会やパフォーマンスなど、様々な形で成果をあげることができます。ACACは、アーティスト、学生、そして地域住民が多様な交流を通して芸術体験を育む機会を提供することで、芸術教育と芸術文化の振興を目指しています。Residency Programme since: 2002Description of Organisation: 青森公立大学附属国際芸術センター青森（ACAC）は、八甲田山麓のダイナミッ

Appalachian Center for Craft

Smithville, United States

The Appalachian Center for Craft's Artist in Residence (AIR) program provides a creative, residential environment for emerging professional artists to work in an immersive studio setting while contributing to the educational mission of the institution. The program offers one-year appointments (renewable for an additional year) across multiple studio disciplines including clay, fibers, glass, metals, wood, and exhibitions, with residents providing instructional support and producing significant bodies of studio work.

ARD Art Institution

Egypt

Name of Residency: ARD International ResidencyARD International is a process-based, one-to-three month artist residency that includes talks, workshops, and exhibitions by resident practitioners.We receive international artists from all domains in specially equipped studios to develop and present their artistic projects that will also intersect with the production of other parallel events such as exhibitions and workshops held in ARD, on an ongoing basis. Thus, art practitioners can test and deve

Name of Residency: Art Catz ResidencyHere we offer you a place to rest and be creative. The nature surrounding the farm is wonderful, the animals really nice and the people welcoming.Working area : We have different place you can work on, but we specially dedicated our barn and remade it as a studio for artistic work/practice.Rooms : We offer private or semi private roomsFood : Breakfast, lunch and diner are included. We cook ourselves for everyone and can adapt to your specific needs if you hav

Art Center Slovenia

Prosenjakovci, Slovenia

Art Center Prosenjakovci was Slovenia's first purpose-built art residency center in Prosenjakovci, offering studios for drawing, painting, woodcarving, sculpting, metalwork, ceramics, foundry, library, multimedia room, and permaculture garden. Defunct since .

Art Farm

Marquette, United States

Art Farm is a nonprofit artist residency program located on a 60-acre rural property in Marquette, Nebraska, offering studios, accommodations, and resources to artists, writers, performers, and others in exchange for 12 hours of weekly labor on farm maintenance and projects. The program supports experimentation without expectations of finished products, accommodating up to 12-14 residents at a time during the season from June 1 to November 1. It features 14 studios of 400-500 sq ft, ceramics kilns, woodworking and metalworking facilities, and family-friendly housing options.

Art in Malakta

Töckmovägen 48, Finland

Name of Residency: AiR MalaktaThe aim of the Malakta Artist in Residency (AiR) programme is to provide a creative space where artists can work, develop, share, interact and experiment as well as a space for inner reflection and recharge.Our motto is “Art is for everyone” and we work towards openness and accessibility.Malakta is located in the middle of a beautiful and quiet countryside, and is a family friendly residence. We have artist families as permanent habitants and our community of artist

Art Junction Residency

Udaipur, India

Art Junction Residency is an independent, non-profit artist residency program located in the rural village of Badanga near Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, founded in to foster cultural exchange, creative exploration, and collaboration among emerging and established artists from diverse backgrounds. It offers short to medium-term stays in eco cottages with shared studios, supporting a wide range of disciplines including visual arts, performance, new media, and more, while hosting community workshops, exhibitions, and public talks. The program emphasizes immersion in a peaceful natural environment to encourage experimentation and dialogue with local culture.

Art-Residence of Bishkek School of Contemporary Art “Bulbul”

Kyrgyzstan

Name of Residency: Bulbul Art-ResidenceBulbul was opened in 2023 in the village of Besh-Kungei, just 15 minutes from Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. The residency is curated by artist Syinat Zholdosheva and her husband, Ruslan Ismailov, together with the founders of the Bishkek School of Contemporary Art (BiSCA).Bulbul is a family-run residency where artists work in close contact with local culture, nature, and the everyday rhythms of family life.SpacesThe residency is located on the second

ARTCEB International Residency

Botopasi, Suriname

Platform for progressive art exchange hosting international residency program in Botopasi village. Commitment to enhancing artistic production through cultural exchange with local Saramaccan population.

ArteSumapaz Artist Residency

San Bernardo, Colombia

ArteSumapaz is a non-profit arts and culture center located on a former coffee plantation in the Andes Mountains of Colombia, offering self-directed artist residencies of 4-24 weeks for visual artists, musicians, writers, architects, clay artists, performers, and other creative makers. The residency provides studio spaces, accommodation in a hundred-year-old hacienda, and opportunities to engage with an alternative school and local community through workshops and exhibitions.

Artinn Jaipur Center

India

Name of Residency: ARTINN JAIPUR CENTERAn artist residency where the actual local artists and artisans were.ArtInn Jaipur today provides a platform for both local and international artists to come together to learn, ideate and create works of art.We run personalised workshops at ArtInn Jaipur. Some are run at the residency while others are at the artists village.The traditional arts of Rajasthan are varied and many. Just as the dialect changes every few kilometres, the arts and crafts of the reg

Artist in Residence Bergen at USF Verftet

Bergen, Norway

The Artist in Residence Bergen at USF Verftet is a program offered by USF Verftet, a former sardine factory turned contemporary culture house in Bergen, Norway, providing 3-month residencies to professional foreign artists in all fields to foster collaborations with local artists. It includes a rent-free studio and accommodation, though artists must cover all other expenses like travel and materials. Note that as of January , Bergen municipality has withdrawn funding, leading to reduced residencies and a delayed application ; contact air@usf.no for updates.

Based in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, Artist Residency Thailand has an international reputation for delivering high-quality, bespoke residency experiences for artists and Creative Practitioners at different stages in their careers.. Residents are provided with the necessary environment and mentoring, to develop skills as workshop leaders, as well the resources and support to produce and evolve their own Creative Practice.All of our residencies are FREE and practitioners are selected via a comm

Artist Retreat in the wilds of Celtic Cornwall

Trenince Farm, United Kingdom

Name of Residency: Artist Retreat in the wilds of Celtic CornwallThis celtic and Cornish residency offers you the quiet spaciousness to still and be and let what comes up be felt while also tussling for your attention are the many ancient natural forms within reaching distance.  Huge granite rocks, part of the Cornelian Massif, surround you and invite you to climb up and sit on them remembering the gift of life and time.  The temperate rainforest calls you with its streams and woven tree trunks.

Artistic Residency In process

Rua Padre, Brazil

Name of Residency: Artistic Residency: In processThe residency provides a 15-week program combining collective workshops, artist talks, peer mentorship, and a final exhibition (physical and virtual). It supports artists in developing new work connected to personal and collective experiences of social tension, cultural identity, and political resistance. The program is free to selected artists and includes accessibility tools such as LIBRAS (Brazilian Sign Language), audio description, and inclus

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 Jupiterfab

Calle Penitenciaria 660, Mexico

Name of Residency: Jupiterfab Art ResidencyThe residency started in 2022 and supports art projects and artists who are willing to inspire themselves in the city of Guadalajara, in Mexico. (We give special attentions to projects that will to create social impact.)We are located in Colonia Americana, which was named as the coolest neighborhood in the world by a famous international magazine, in 2023.We are inviting international artists from different disciplines and working on different medias to

Associaltion BeArtz

France

Artist Residencies and Workshops between the Pyrenees and the French coast

Atelier Mondial

Basel, Switzerland

Atelier Mondial is an international and interdisciplinary artist residency program in Basel, Switzerland, hosting guest artists from partner institutions worldwide in its seven studios for stays typically lasting three to six months. It provides live-in studios, stipends for living expenses, and opportunities for open studios and exhibitions at Salon Mondial. The program also offers grants to regional artists from Basel, South Baden, and Alsace for residencies abroad in fields like visual arts, literature, fashion & textiles, dance & performing arts, and curation.

Ateliers 89

Oranjestad, Aruba

Ateliers '89 is a non-profit arts organization in Aruba founded in 1998 that offers self-directed, production-oriented residencies for international artists lasting one to three months. The residency program, established in , hosts up to three artists simultaneously who have access to private studios, workspaces, and exhibition facilities, and are expected to conduct workshops for the local community.

Atlas

Rua Miguel Marcelino n 15, Portugal

Name of Residency: AtlasThe residency is open for application from groups working together or single artists and the program can be multidisciplinary in the areas of visual arts, dance, theater, writing and music. The program of the residency is non-prescriptive.Euroatla is an independent project. We are currently unable to provide financial support for visiting artists. However, we can provide any support needed for artists applying for grants and scholarships in their home country. We are inte

Aveiro Arts House / VIC AIR is an artist residency located in the former home of multifaceted artist Vasco Branco (1919-) in central Aveiro, Portugal. The residency combines arts, culture, and creative tourism while conserving cultural heritage, offering artists private bedrooms, shared working spaces, and access to the venue's gallery, cinema auditorium, and cultural programming.

Aviário Studio

Ferreira do Zezere, Portugal

Aviário Studio is an artist-run creative playground in central Portugal focused on visual arts research and production, offering multidisciplinary residencies ranging from 2 weeks to 6 months. The residency provides technical assistance, individual working space, and access to workshops equipped for printmaking, ceramics, wood, metal, sculpture, installation, drawing, painting, photography, and bookbinding. Residents benefit from project discussions, access to a network of specialized services, and culminate their stay with an exhibition at the Cultural Center of Ferreira do Zêzere.

Aviário Studio Multidisciplinary Art Residency

Ferreira do Zêzere, Portugal

Aviário Studio Multidisciplinary Art Residency is a self-directed program in central Portugal promoting exploration and production in visual arts through equipped workshops for printmaking, ceramics, wood, metal, sculpture, installation, drawing, painting, photography, and bookbinding. Residencies are customized by duration (2 weeks to 6 months), artistic focus, and goals, offering shared housing and studio access for experimentation, research, or project realization. Participants cover fees, travel, materials, and meals, with optional paid studio support.

Aviário Studio Slab Building Residency

Ferreira do Zêzere, Portugal

The Aviário Studio Slab Building Residency is a ceramics-focused program emphasizing slab building techniques, offered as part of their specialized residencies at Aviário Studio in central Portugal. It provides artists with customized durations from 2 weeks to 6 months, including shared housing, studio access, and workshops equipped for ceramics, wood, metal, and image-based work like printmaking. Participants must cover fees, travel, materials, and food, with no stipend provided.

Baltic Gallery of Contemporary Art

Ustka, Poland

Cultural institution promoting contemporary art with three exhibition spaces. Organizes ~36 exhibitions yearly, lectures, workshops, and the Polish Biennale of Young Art 'Rybie Oko'. Hosts international artist residencies.

Bamboo Curtain Studio

Taipei, Taiwan

Bamboo Curtain Studio (BCS) is an independent arts organization in Taiwan that has operated for over 25 years, hosting 6-8 international artists per year for 1-3 month stays. The residency emphasizes site-specific work, environmental art, and cross-cultural exchange, welcoming visual artists, performing artists, curators, and professionals from various creative disciplines.

Banditto

Montefollonico, Italy

The Banditto Residency, hosted by Banditto Art in the picturesque town of Montefollonico, Tuscany, represents a unique blend of cultural immersion and artistic development. Designed for artists of all disciplines seeking to push the boundaries of their work, the residency provides a 10-day stay in a private Galleria, along with a 500 euro travel allowance, accommodation for two, and transport. The aim is to offer artists not just a space to create but an experience enriched by the Tuscan landscape, local cuisine, and community. Participants enjoy the solitude needed to focus on their work while also having the chance to engage with the local culture and international art community. The program covers administrative costs through a $49 application fee and celebrates creativity by awarding both a Main Art Prize and an Emerging Art Prize. Through its commitment to nurturing talent, the Banditto Residency opens doors for artists to share their work with a wider audience and deepen their artistic practice in an inspiring setting.

Blue Studio Residency

Perth, Australia

Blue Studio Residency is a peaceful ceramics studio located between Mundy Regional Park and Lesmurdie National Park in Perth, Western Australia, offering short and long-term residencies for local, Australian, and international ceramic artists of all skill levels. The self-contained 70m2 space includes a bedroom, kitchen, living area, bathroom, laundry, studio workspace, garden, and balcony for living and working under one roof. It is a self-guided program open for applications with a portfolio, CV, and proposed work plan.

Breck Create

Breckenridge, Colorado, United States

Breck Create’s Artist-in-Residence program offers regional, national, and international artists across all disciplines an opportunity to focus on process rather than product while engaging meaningfully with the local community. The program provides a live/work studio in the Breckenridge Arts District for 2-4 months, nestled in downtown Breckenridge, Colorado. Artists are expected to facilitate open studios, teach lessons, and collaborate with community partners. The residency includes a biweekly stipend of $600 and access to classes and open studios. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and artists with teaching experience are prioritized.

Broken Hill Art Exchange Inc

Australia

Name of Residency: Broken Hill Art Exchange @ The GrandThe Broken Hill Art Exchange residencies @ The Grand is centrally located heritage building in the city centre.  Applications are open year round for all disciplines of art and academia. BHAE describes itself as “an interdisciplinary organisation dedicated to building the creative industries of Broken Hill and the Far western region of New South Wales, Australia”. As such, BHAE has played host to artists and researchers from all over Austral

Caetani Cultural Centre

Vernon, Canada

The Caetani Cultural Centre, located in Vernon, British Columbia, offers international self-directed residencies for emerging and established artists, writers, curators, and cultural researchers. Situated within a historic 1895 heritage home, this residency provides private living spaces and two on-site studios designed for visual and interdisciplinary artists. Participants are encouraged to explore creative practices across a variety of mediums, including visual arts, writing, music, and digital media. Artists can book short-term residencies from three days to up to three months, with extended stays available upon negotiation. The residency fosters a quiet, independent atmosphere while offering optional opportunities for community engagement such as artist talks, open studios, or workshops. The nearby Vernon Community Arts Centre provides additional access to ceramics and printmaking facilities. Nestled in the Okanagan Valley, the Caetani Centre allows residents to immerse themselves in nature, history, and a vibrant local arts scene. Residents are responsible for travel and project costs, but the program provides affordable fees for both accommodations and studio spaces.

Caldas Cidade Criativa

Caldas da Rainha, Portugal

Caldas Cidade Criativa, in collaboration with the Caldas da Rainha Arts and Design School of the Polytechnic Institute of Leiria (ESAD.CR) and the Chair in Arts and Culture Management, offers annual international ceramic artist residencies. These residencies are designed for international artists from other UNESCO Creative Cities outside Portugal. Participants will receive accommodation, studio access, and opportunities to engage with the local community through open studio sessions and collaborations with local ceramic artists. The program aims to foster artistic exchange, cultural dialogue, and the development of innovative ceramic projects.

CASA NAATIK

Yalcobá, Yucatán, Mexico

Casa Naatik is an eco arts center in the Yucatan jungle near Yalcobá, offering artistic residencies with cabins, workshops, library, and nature immersion. Focuses on sustainable creation in literature, sculpture, ceramics, visual arts, textiles, film.

CCN Residency

Taean, South Korea

The CCN Residency, also known as Chungnam Artist Residency, is a government-run program established through a collaboration between Chungcheongnam-do Province and Hyundai City Corporation. Located in the enterprise city of Taean, near the scenic Yellow Sea and Bunamho Lake in South Korea, the residency provides a nature-friendly environment designed to inspire creativity. The residency supports visual artists by offering professional programs, individual studios, and opportunities for critical reviews, exhibitions, and international exchanges. CCN Residency also engages in global collaboration with art institutions, further expanding the creative reach of its resident artists. The architecture of the residency blends harmoniously with the natural surroundings, offering a peaceful and inspiring space for artistic creation.

Center Rog

Trubarjeva cesta 72, Slovenia

Name of Residency: Makers in Residency / Designer in ResidencyCenter Rog offers different residential programmes:Makers in Residency:This year’s Makers in Residency program welcomes all makers, innovators, and creatives eager to work on their projects at Center Rog. As the largest public creative hub in Europe, with nine specialized production labs, Center Rog offers a unique opportunity to create, share knowledge, experiment and expand your network.Center Rog’s residency programmes  are an idea

Ceramics School

Hamtramck, United States

Ceramics School is a community art school and artist residency program in Hamtramck, MI, offering classes, memberships, studio access, and public programs focused on ceramics and art making. It provides an independent, unstructured residency open to all artists, with communal workspace, housing in a private apartment, and opportunities for community engagement like workshops or talks. Residencies typically last 3-6 weeks, with a fee of $300/week reducible via work exchange.

Cerdeira – Home for Creativity

Lugar da Cerdeira, Portugal

Name of Residency: Cerdeira – Home for CreativityLocated in a rural isolated setting, Cerdeira – Home for Creativity accommodates artists and guests in self-catering houses.Our Artist Residency program invites artists and creative individuals looking for an escape from the stress and business of their routine, to have new creative experiences, or just to take some time for themselves. People who value nature, authenticity, and silence or artists who are looking for a quiet place to prepare their

Chinese European Art Center

China

The program starts in and is one of the first and longest running Artist – in – Residence programs in China open to visual artists, architects, designers, curators, composers and writers from around the world. In the past two decades, the Chinese European Art Center has hosted and premiered more than 400 international artists from all over the world.The CEAC artists-in-residence program gives artists, designers, architects, curators, writers, composers a place where they can develop ideas,

CHINO BASE AIR

SHIGA, Japan

The Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park (SCCP) in Shiga, Japan, offers an Artist in Residence program since 1992, providing ceramic artists and visual artists a creative space to work freely without a fixed curriculum. Residents can stay from 2 months to 1 year, with access to studios, accommodations (fee charged), technical support, exhibitions, and for guest artists, travel grants, artist fees, and material costs.

Chokechaka Golden Bridge

Calca (Huaran), Cusco, Peru

Chokechaka Golden Bridge Artist Residency is a multidisciplinary program located in Huaran, in the heart of Peru’s Sacred Valley of the Incas. It offers a serene and culturally rich environment for artists, scholars, and creatives seeking both personal focus and community engagement. The residency is designed to support independent work while fostering deep connections with local traditions, landscapes, and communities. Residents are invited to explore their practice through dialogue with local artisans, scholars, and elders, and are encouraged to collaborate across cultural and creative disciplines. The facility accommodates up to eight participants at a time, providing private bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, shared workspaces, and access to both indoor and outdoor creative areas. A dedicated private studio is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and all guests have access to a communal kitchen, living spaces, and a ceremonial maloca for gatherings or performances. The residency supports immersive cultural experiences through visits to Inca heritage sites, traditional weaving and ceramics workshops, and excursions into the Andean landscape. Chokechaka emphasizes sustainability, cultural preservation, and intercultural exchange as core values. Founded by artists with roots in both Peru and the United States, it serves as a creative bridge between ancestral knowledge and contemporary practice. The program is open year-round to international applicants and welcomes those who value creativity, reflection, and shared learning in an awe-inspiring mountain setting.

Chokechaka/The Golden Bridge

MXVC+3WR, Peru

Name of Residency: Chokechaka/The Golden BridgeWe welcome artists, scholars, activists, and creatives to join our community and support their work in this inspiring mountain setting. Nestled in Peru’s Sacred Valley of the Incas in the Cusco Region’s Calca district, Chokechaka is situated at an elevation of 9,850 ft (3,000m), just 80 minutes from Alejandro Velasco Astete Cusco Airport. Our year-round residency program hosts 1-8 artists for periods of 1-4 weeks, providing a serene creative environ

Cill Rialaig Project

Ballinskelligs, Ireland

Cill Rialaig Project is a contemporary arts retreat founded in 1991 by Noelle Campbell-Sharp, located in a restored pre-famine village (c.1790) on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic in County Kerry, Ireland. It offers free residencies to visual artists, writers, poets, composers, and other creative professionals from around the world, providing isolated living-work spaces without television, telephones, or internet to enable artistic focus and reflection.

Clay City

Dublin, Ireland

Clay City is a residency program in Dublin, Ireland, run by Throwing Shapes in partnership with Staycity, offering one 12-month residency for recent ceramic graduates and three 3-month residencies for established professional ceramic artists and potters. It provides free studio access at Throwing Shapes' facilities, fully subsidized accommodation in central Dublin apartments, mentorship, professional development, teaching opportunities, and a solo exhibition at the end. The program aims to foster ceramics practice, community engagement, and position Dublin as a ceramics hub, with to Irish and international artists legally able to live and work in Ireland.

CMCArts

Frederiksted, United States Virgin Islands

CMCArts offers an Artist-in-Residence program in a restored waterfront building in Frederiksted, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, connecting artists with the Caribbean to develop their professional practice while educating and diversifying the arts culture. The program provides a fully-furnished private suite apartment with kitchen, bathroom, and living room/studio space, plus shared facilities like a ceramics studio for multi-media production. Residents have opportunities for public presentations and are ideal for self-directed creatives seeking a reflective rural environment.

Columbus State University (Department of Art)

Columbus, United States

Columbus State University's Department of Art hosts multiple residency programs including the Visiting Artist and Scholar Residency Program and Summer River Fellowship, which bring prominent studio artists, art historians, art critics, and curators for long or short-term residencies. Resident artists teach workshops, provide mentorship to students, give public lectures, and create new works while engaging with the university and local community.

Cooperative Nostates

Piirintie 1, Finland

Peripeteia Artist Residency, run by Cooperative Nostates, is an artist residency located within the historical Törnävä mental hospital area in Seinäjoki, Western Finland. It provides accommodation, workspace, and access to tools in a collective workspace surrounded by parks and conservation areas, with members of the cooperative offering visiting artists a sense of community and local network during their stay.

Corning Museum of Glass

Corning, New York, United States

The Corning Museum of Glass offers a comprehensive Artist-in-Residence program at The Studio in Corning, New York. This program invites artists from around the world to explore new directions in glassmaking or expand their current work using the museum’s extensive resources. Residents receive housing, a meal stipend, transportation, and access to the Rakow Research Library and expert Museum staff. The residency provides a generous supply budget, studio space equipped for various glassworking techniques, and a newly completed Residency Center with seven studios and a communal lounge. Artists are encouraged to engage with the community through presentations and public events.

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

Craft AiR at University for the Creative Arts (UCA)

Farnham, United Kingdom

The Craft AiR program at the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) Farnham offers artists the opportunity to deepen their practice in Ceramics, Glass, or Jewellery & Silversmithing within a dynamic academic setting. This residency provides free access to state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated workshops, kilns, fabrication tools, and digital labs. In exchange, artists contribute to curriculum support through technical workshops, talks, and community engagement, enriching both their CVs and the UCA craft community. The program encourages early and mid-career artists with either formal qualifications or professional experience to apply. While UCA provides exceptional workspace and resources, artists are expected to arrange their own accommodation, materials, and travel. The residency typically runs from September to August, with flexible start dates and a minimum 3-day weekly commitment. This is an ideal opportunity for practitioners who thrive in collaborative, educational environments. Open to UK and international applicants, the program supports a vibrant exchange of ideas in contemporary craft.

Creative Residency

Elizabethtown, United States

Craigardan's Creative Residency Program in the Adirondacks offers 2 weeks-3 months for interdisciplinary artists, scholars, farmers, chefs. Provides housing, studios, scholarships ($850-$1350/week), stocked kitchen, access to programs.

Creekside Arts

Humboldt County, California, United States

Creekside Arts is a nature-immersed artist residency and retreat located in the redwood forests of Humboldt County, Northern California. The residency welcomes artists across diverse disciplines to focus on projects related to land, community, climate, and social justice. Artists receive private living quarters with individual studio spaces, set on a six-acre property surrounded by nature and outdoor performance areas. The residency offers two formats: flexible, self-directed retreats (minimum two weeks) and a curated, collaborative three-week Spring Residency Program. Creekside Arts fosters both solitude and connection, encouraging engagement with local communities through workshops, artist talks, and community projects. Resident artists participate in informal weekly gatherings and a concluding public showing or panel. The program champions diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive space for artists from varied backgrounds and experiences. Creekside Arts is a supportive environment for reflection, experimentation, and cultural exchange in one of Northern California’s most inspiring settings.

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

Criatório

ÁREA RURAL DE GRAVATÁ 5878 – A CASA FAZENDA VERDE VALE, Brazil

Name of Residency: Criatório – Creative ResidencyOur creative residencies are focused at any area, from visual arts to music, and can last from 1 to 3 weeks (format 01) or from 1 to 3 months (format 02). The entire process will be self-directed by the resident artist, with each artist determining their own pace and direction of methodology and work schedule.Criatório will offer accommodation, food and a creation area for the development of the project.Residency Programme since: 2017Description o

CROSS ART TOKONAME

Tokoname, Japan

TOUCH!TOKONAME is an artist-in-residence program established in by CROSS ART TOKONAME to support the 70th Anniversary of Tokoname City. The program provides studio and residence space to artists from Japan and abroad to conduct fieldwork and artistic activities in Tokoname, a historic pottery town with 1000 years of ceramic tradition.

Danish Art Workshops (SVFK)

Copenhagen, Denmark

The Danish Art Workshops (SVFK) is a prestigious institution that supports professional artists, designers, craftspeople, and art restorers by providing them with facilities to work on large-scale projects or utilize equipment otherwise unavailable to them. It caters to both Danish and non-Danish applicants, with the latter required to have projects tied to Danish cultural activities or exhibitions. The SVFK is renowned for its skilled workshop supervisors and consultants who bring years of experience in visual arts, crafts, and design. It offers two main programs: Development, focusing on artistic research and material exploration, and Production, aimed at completing works for public exhibition. Short-term residencies are available for previous grantees. The residency includes free access to studios, workshops, and accommodation, funded by scholarships from the Danish State, though materials and certain services are charged. The application process is rigorous, with an advisory board and committees dedicated to visual arts and design/crafts assessing submissions based on artistic quality. The SVFK not only facilitates artistic production but also fosters a community through events, artist talks, and shared spaces, emphasizing the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration and innovation in the arts.

Darb 1718

Old Cairo, Egypt

Darb 1718 is a contemporary art and culture center in Old Cairo's Fustat district, offering a multidisciplinary residency program for artists, writers, researchers, visual artists, and curators to produce, practice, and present projects in an immersive cultural setting. Residents receive private rooftop accommodation amid historic sites and the Fustat ceramic village, with access to exhibition spaces, workshops, and performance venues, though it is a paid residency where artists cover costs. The program emphasizes cross-cultural exchange and community engagement in authentic Cairo.

Fonderie Darling is a visual arts center in Montreal's Old Montreal that offers international artist residencies through its Open Access program, welcoming contemporary artists and curators of all nationalities for tailor-made residencies lasting one to six months in a 19th-century industrial complex. The residency includes access to live-in studios, common areas, technical workshops, and support for artistic development, networking, and promotion.

De Etser Atelier

Estrada Municipal Pedro Moacir de Almeida 9550 – Alto da Ponte, Brazil

Conheça o CIRCUS O espaço de eventos do De Etser Espaço de arte e cultura O De Etser é um Ateliê de Arte do Vale do Paraíba (estado de São Paulo), fundado em 1998 por George Gutlich, Fabio Sapede, Claudia Paranhos e Carmen Sapede que tornou-se uma das principais referências brasileiras na arte da Gravura.

DE PROEF.

Majoor van Swietenlaan 15, Netherlands

Name of Residency: DE PROEF. ResidencyAt DE PROEF, we support artists and makers who are eager to explore nature-related subjects and have a clear vision for their work. Our residency offers a unique balance of freedom and guidance, tailored to each resident’s individual needs. Whether you thrive in self-directed exploration or benefit from structured support, we provide an inspiring environment where creativity, ecology, and craftsmanship intersect.Residents stay on our 8-hectare site in Freder

Driftwood Studios

East London, South Africa

Driftwood Studios is a self-funded, low-cost artist residency program established in by sculptor George Kockott and his wife Claire, located in a natural coastal dune forest near East London, South Africa. It offers private and shared studios, workshops for sculpture, pottery, woodworking, metalwork, and a gallery space suitable for performers, hosting up to 5 artists with their families or partners. The program provides self-catering accommodation, mentoring, community connections, and access to local resources in an inspiring Indian Ocean setting.

Earthskin Creative Residency

Muriwai, New Zealand

The Earthskin Creative Residency, run by Earthskin Trust in New Zealand, offers residencies to diverse creatives including artists, potters, sculptors, musicians, designers, writers, and environmental innovators at ecologically focused sites like Muriwai, Piha, and Warkworth. It emphasizes permaculture principles, environmental stewardship, and community engagement, requiring residents to contribute through talks, workshops, exhibitions, or a gifted artwork (koha). Residencies typically last 4 weeks (extendable) or 1-3 months, with facilities including studios, housing, and gardens, though residents cover utilities and other costs.

East Street Arts

Patrick Studios, United Kingdom

Name of Residency: Residencies at East Street ArtsOur residency program at East Street Arts focuses on providing artists with the time, space, and resources to develop their practice. Activities include studio work, community engagement, workshops, and exhibitions. The objective is to support artists’ professional growth, encourage experimentation, and facilitate cultural exchange. Residencies typically last between one and three months, depending on the project and the needs of the artist.Resid

Echangeur22 is a non-profit artist residency association in Saint-Laurent-des-Arbres, France, dedicated to promoting contemporary creation by hosting international artists. It provides extensive facilities including 400m² of workshops and housing, such as complete ceramics, printmaking, screen-printing, production, photographic/video studios, and more. The program is supported by regional cultural authorities and features associated curators and artists from various countries.

Edenhope Artist Residency

Australia

Name of Residency: Edenhope Artist ResidencyThe goal of Edenhope Artist Residency is to provide a positive and productive location for artists from all over the world to come and stay and create new work and networks. The residency program is open to all types of artists, scientists, makers, designers, and educators looking for time and space to work on their own projects in an open-plan studio space. Applications will be accepted for residencies of 1 to 3 months duration and can be made at any

EKWC European Ceramic Workcentre

Oisterwijk, Netherlands

The EKWC European Ceramic Workcentre in Oisterwijk, Netherlands, is an international artist-in-residence and research centre focused on ceramics, welcoming around 60 artists, designers, architects, and other creative professionals annually for 12-13 week residencies to experiment with clay and develop innovative works. It provides advanced studios, workshops, accommodation in separate apartments, technical equipment like kilns and CAD/CAM machinery, a soundlab, library, and guidance from experienced staff, emphasizing research, experimentation, and material exploration often for those new to ceramics. Programs include EKWC Classic for individual practice and the new EKWCLab for specific projects requiring prior ceramics experience.

Name of Residency: El Galpón AluminéCooperar y acompañar los procesos creativos, experimentales y de investigación. Practicar la escucha profunda, la sensibilidad, la responsabilidad y el cuidado mutuo. Deshacer nuestro condicionamiento cultural y cuestionar los sistemas que transitamos.Habrá invitadxs especiales y salidas temáticas enfocadas en prácticas abiertas a la curiosidad y al pensamiento crítico, para agudizar nuestras percepciones y captar energías renovadoras. Podés invitar a la comun

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.

Emmanuel College

Boston, United States

The Emmanuel College Artist-in-Residence Program (ECAR) offers a six-week summer residency to four artists annually, one each in Ceramics, Photography, Printmaking, and Social Practice. It provides studio space, housing, a stipend, and access to college facilities, while artists engage with the community through lectures, workshops, and donate a work to the college's collection.

Englewood Arts

Independence, United States

<p>Englewood Arts is thrilled to announce the opening of applications for the Artist Residency. We invite artists working in Performing &amp; Visual Arts including Glassblowing, Ceramics, Woodworking, Painting, Fibers, 2D, 3D, Performance or Writing, to apply.</p><p>EA is committed to building connections between artists &amp; the community through access, collaboration, &amp; exchange. Our residency program is designed to support artists at different stages of their professional journey while fostering an environment of experimentation, learning, &amp; shared growth.</p><p>Resident can anticipate:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>24/7 access to a studio space equipped with private shelving for your materials</li><li>Access to unique spaces including Glass, Woodworking, Ceramic &amp; Fiber studios &amp; Performance spaces</li><li>A stipend to support your practice</li><li>Paid teaching opportunities to share skills &amp; knowledge</li><li>Exhibition opportunities, including an annual resident group exhibition</li><li>A growing network of artists &amp; community members to create alongside</li></ul><p>...</p>...

Eramboo Artist Environment

Australia

Eramboo is a contemporary creative place on the edge of a World Heritage National Park, where artists flourish and nurture connections between art, nature and the community.Eramboo Artist in Residence program provides artists with an inspirational bushland setting for developing a body of work or a site responsive project or to simply to grow creatively. Artists can immerse themselves in a peaceful natural environment where they can truly focus on their work.A live in residency is ideal for regi

Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design

Bloomington, United States

The McKinney International Art and Design Residency at Indiana University Bloomington's Eskenazi School invites established international artists and designers for a 4-6 week residency. Selected residents receive studio space, lodging, an $8,000 USD fellowship, health insurance, and up to $500 in supplies, while participating in the McKinney Visiting Artist Lecture Series and coordinating public-facing activities such as studio visits and workshops.

Estudio Origem

Maria Eugénia Reis Ferreira Navarro 9, Portugal

Name of Residency: in the search of the source Our residency is a full-time immersion into nature and we therefore expect the artists to dialogue with the elements of nature during their residency with us.Each applicant must submit a proposal, as an idea to develop during their stay. The chosen conceptual theme is open-ended, serving as a poetic prompt to be interpreted freely. We value experimentation, risk-taking, and grounded, process-oriented work.We welcome artists who are open for experime

European Ceramic Workcentre (EKWC)

Oisterwijk, Netherlands

European Ceramic Workcentre (EKWC), located in Oisterwijk, The Netherlands, annually welcomes around 60 creative professionals from various disciplines worldwide. The residency provides accommodation, studios, workshops, advanced equipment, and guidance from experienced advisors. Each work period lasts twelve weeks, allowing residents to focus on their individual practice, conduct research, experiment, and engage with fellow artists, designers, and staff. The residency supports a continuously evolving community, with a new resident starting and completing their stay each week. Residents range from emerging to established artists, including those new to ceramics. The EKWC encourages residents to embrace new experiences and ask questions. The residency includes a rigorous selection process, aiming for a diverse and inclusive environment.

FAAP

São Paulo (Sao Paulo), Brazil

The FAAP Artist Residency, located in the historic Lutetia building in São Paulo, Brazil, offers a vibrant environment for national and international visual artists to develop their projects. Established in 2006, the program provides private studios, interaction with the local art community, and public engagement through Open Studio sessions. Residencies last from two to five months. The application process is annual, with a $75 fee, requiring a project proposal, portfolio, and letters of recommendation. Participants have access to FAAP’s technical laboratories, including those for clay, metal, wood, 3D printing, and more.

Fez Art Residency

Morocco

Name of Residency: Fez Art ResidencyFez Art Residency (FAR) offers personalised, self-directed residency and retreat experiences for visual artists, writers, makers, performers, photographers, and multidisciplinary creatives at all stages of their careers. From 1-week creative retreats to 3-month immersive residencies, each programme is designed in close conversation with the artist – shaped around their practice, priorities, and pace.Whether you’re looking to focus deeply on a project, explore

Fire Island Artist Residency (FIAR)

Cherry Grove, New York, United States

Fire Island Artist Residency (FIAR) stands as a pioneering residency program in the United States, uniquely catering to artists identifying as LGBTQ+, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, intersex, two-spirit, and queer. Established in 2011, FIAR has made its mark in the historic LGBTQ+ settlement of Cherry Grove on Fire Island, New York. The program, now in its 12th year, invites emerging artists to participate in a four-week summer residency. It offers an intimate environment for artists to create, share, and engage with leaders in contemporary art, scholarship, activism, and curation through studio visits and public lectures. The residency fosters a blend of creative development and community engagement, underlining the importance of LGBTQ+ visibility in the arts. FIAR supports its artists with lodging, workspace, stipends for meals and travel, and an honorarium, emphasizing the organization's commitment to nurturing new perspectives in contemporary visual art. The program also engages in projects like the Fire Island Histories Project, exploring the rich, complex histories of Fire Island's communities and landmarks. FIAR's initiative underscores the role of art in preserving and advancing queer cultural narratives, making it a crucial platform for LGBTQ+ artists.

The Fondation Bruckner in Carouge, Switzerland, offers artist residencies focused on ceramics for professionals, recent graduates, and designers, providing access to professional studios for projects in exhibition, research, and creation, either through rental or annual bursaries lasting two to three months. Residencies support young Swiss ceramics graduates from applied arts schools and open calls for innovative contemporary ceramic projects without age or nationality restrictions, including facilities like equipped workspaces, kilns, and optional housing. The program promotes ceramics through events like the Parcours Céramique Carougeois biennial and partnerships such as Officine Saffi Award.

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

Franconia Sculpture Park

Franconia, United States

Franconia Sculpture Park offers various artist residencies on its 50-acre outdoor sculpture park in Minnesota, primarily focused on sculpture, installation, land art, ceramics, contemporary craft, experimental sound/music, performance art, and writing. Programs include fellowships for mid-career and emerging artists with stipends ranging from $5,000 to $10,000, self-directed stays of 2-10 weeks, on-site housing in a communal farmhouse, and facilities like studios and work pads for creating works exhibited publicly. Additional opportunities support writers (2-3 weeks with stipend and room/board), artist families (1-2 weeks), and interns (2-3 months with room/board in exchange for support roles).

Fremantle Arts Centre

Australia

Name of Residency: Fremantle Arts CentreFremantle Arts Centre hosts a residency program which provides opportunities for artists to work on short to mid-term projects, connect with the local, national and international art community and potentially feed into broader exhibition programs, events and learning opportunities. We endeavour to foster rich and diverse experiences for contributing artists.There are ten studios on the Fremantle Art Centre grounds varied in size and suitability for differe

Fundacion Mahanahaim Centro Rural

Santander, Colombia

Fundación Mahanaim Centro Rural, located 3 km from Barichara in the vereda Los Cauchos, Santander, Colombia, offers artist residencies focused on rural experiences, nature communion, and engagement with local creators. Artists typically stay six weeks in Casa Mahanaim, visiting regional artists and developing projects in fields like painting, stone carving, and ceramics. The program partners with Colombia's Ministry of Culture for national stimuli and accepts self-funded international participants with fees.

Gaia Artist Residency

Vounaria, Greece

Name of Residency: Gaia Artist ResidencyThe residency aims to provide a safe, tranquil and inspiring place for artists to develop their practice and  contribute to the revitalisation of the area through cultural exchange. Specific programmes may be offered as the opportunity and funding  arises but the main focus of the residency is to provide a place for individual artists to work on thier own practice. To this end we work closely with the individual artists to identify their specific needs.Thr

Gaia Ceramics

KAPSALI 14, Greece

Name of Residency: Ceramics Workshop HolidaysThe Gaia Ceramic Workshop spans seven days of focused engagement, with twenty five hours activity designed for beginners, ceramic enthusiasts, and aspiring artists keen to develop their skills. The workshop includes cultural excursions, exploration of the city’s historic sites, and culminates in a group exhibition—perfect for discovering, creating, and expressing yourself through ceramics.Residency Programme since: 2018Description of Organisation: Gai

Gate 27

Istanbul, Turkey

Name of Residency: Gate 27At Gate 27’s premises in İstanbul and Ayvalık, we host artists, researchers, and academics from different disciplines and bring them together in a way that fosters new collaborations. Gate 27 offers an entry into the vibrant cultural life of Istanbul, especially for emerging and established artists who reside outside of Istanbul, and provides a quiet production space in nature where they can observe the city from a peaceful distance. Gate 27 organizes events with univer

Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts

Toronto, Canada

Gibraltar Point Centre for the Arts offers fully subsidized month-long residencies for professional artists on Toronto Islands, providing uninterrupted time to think, create, and experiment. The center hosts various residency types including self-directed programs, thematic residencies, and specialized programs like graduate research-creation residencies, accommodating up to 19 residents at a time.

Glen Arbor Art Association

GLEN ARBOR , MI 49636, United States

The Suzanne Wilson Artist-in-Residence program at Glen Arbor Arts Center provides a two-week creative retreat for solo artists in visual arts, 3D/ceramics, creative writing, and music composition. Located within the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore near Lake Michigan, the program offers dedicated studio space, local community integration through required public presentations, and a host assignment to help artists acclimate to the area.

Grand Marais Art Colony

Grand Marais, United States

The Grand Marais Art Colony provides self-guided and juried artist residencies in professional studios on Minnesota's North Shore, offering artists distraction-free space and time to develop their artistic practices. The organization operates multiple studio types including clay, painting, printmaking, and writing facilities, with residency lengths ranging from 1-4 weeks and various support options including lodging and stipends for juried residents.

Greta and William Lehtinen Foundation

Luotsikatu 4 A 3, Finland

Name of Residency: Greta and William Lehtinen Artists ResidenceThe residence offers accommodation only and is open for professional artists of all nationalities working within the fields of Design, Visual Arts, Music and Architecture. The residence can accommodate three artists at one time.The residence is available year-round with residency periods ranging from 1–9 months.Residency Programme since: 2020Description of Organisation: In 1968 Greta and William Lehtinen established a foundation bear

GroundWork

King's Lynn, United Kingdom

GroundWork Gallery, located in King's Lynn, Norfolk, England, is a pioneering space dedicated to the intersection of contemporary art and environmental concerns. Established with a vision to showcase how art can influence our perception and interaction with the environment, the gallery hosts exhibitions and creative programs that explore the potential of art to address and reflect on global environmental issues. GroundWork Gallery operates both locally and globally, aiming to present art of global quality while connecting it to local environmental concerns. The gallery's programming is diverse, including all forms of visual arts and engaging with new environmental and ecological themes. Its semi-domestic space, arranged over two floors, provides a unique atmosphere for displaying art, creating varied experiences for visitors. GroundWork Gallery is committed to stimulating discussion and creativity around environmental subjects, offering events, talks, workshops, and community projects alongside its exhibitions. By fostering a network of artists, experts, and community members, GroundWork Gallery seeks to contribute to a broader understanding and action towards environmental sustainability.

Grünewald Guild Residency

Leavenworth, United States

Nonprofit arts residency retreat in WA's Plain Valley offers 3-4 week cohort sessions Oct-May. Provides free lodging, meals, studios for visual arts, writing, music, performance in exchange for volunteer service. Emphasizes art, faith, community.

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

Hakoniemi Luova tila

Hakoniementie 93 A, Finland

Name of Residency: Hakoniemi ResidencyFor 16 years, the farm of Hakoniemi in Oravisalo was inhabited by painter Jorma Pajarinen. His studio and a barn gallery were located in the yard of the Hakoniemi farm. Hakoniemi with its surroundings is an ideal destination for artistic work. In addition to the lake-side nature, the proximity of the Russian border and the history of the region are strongly present. The nearby Salpapolku offers a chance to get to know Finnish military history and the diverse

Halka

Istanbul, Turkey

Halka Sanat Projesi, an independent and non-profit art initiative, was set in motion in May 2011 in Istanbul by İpek Çankaya, Bahar Güneş, Öykü Demirci, and Sevda Bad. With a commitment to community sharing, artistic and curatorial research, practice, and education, halka has maintained its unique identity amidst Turkey's predominantly institutional and corporately sponsored contemporary art scene. In June 2020, responding to evolving needs, halka launched #halkacevrimici (#halkaonline), an online platform to present new and existing content, such as exhibitions and talks, in a refreshed context. While halka collaborates with various venues for physical events, its International Artist Residency Program in Moda, Kadıköy, offers spaces for artists, curators, and researchers for 3 weeks to 3 months. The program supports the creation and development of artistic projects through a range of services, including artist assistance, curatorial support, and event hosting. Emphasizing artistic diversity and critical engagement, halka stands by artists exploring uncharted territories in art, fostering exhibitions, workshops, and community dialogues that contribute to a sustainable and inclusive cultural ecosystem.

Haystack Mountain School of Crafts

Deer Isle, Maine, United States

Haystack Mountain School of Crafts, located on Deer Isle, Maine, offers a two-week Open Studio Residency that encourages a dynamic exchange of ideas among peers and provides extensive studio time without the distractions of daily life. Established to foster deep engagement with craft and creativity, the residency is designed to support artists in a variety of disciplines including ceramics, blacksmithing, fiber, graphics, metals, and wood. Participants benefit from the unique collaborative environment and are encouraged to explore and interact with different media. The residency includes full access to the Haystack's facilities, including the Fab Lab for digital fabrication, which enhances creative practices with cutting-edge technology.

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

Hermitage Sykaminea

Lehrter Straße 43, Greece

Hermitage Sykaminea offers self-organised residencies on a monthly basis. The residency format is intentionally non-curated and non-competitive. There is no selection committee, no predefined theme, and no required outcomes.Residencies are open to individual artists, writers, researchers, and self-organised groups who wish to use the space as a temporary working and living environment. Residents determine their own working rhythm, focus, and internal structure.The residency is conceived as a ret

High Desert Test Sites (HDTS)

Joshua Tree, California, United States

High Desert Test Sites (HDTS) offers two unique residency programs at A-Z West, an 80-acre compound in Joshua Tree, California, created by artist Andrea Zittel. The Work-Trade Residency invites artists to stay for 2–4 weeks in exchange for 10 hours of weekly work around the property. This includes grounds maintenance, ceramics studio work, and general upkeep. In return, artists receive housing in micro-apartments and access to studio spaces. The Self-Structured Residency allows participants to stay for 1–4 weeks, paying a fee for private accommodations in the A-Z West Guest Cabin or House, with access to weaving and ceramics studios upon request. Both residencies focus on providing a tranquil and immersive experience in the desert, fostering creative work, personal reflection, and community engagement. Transportation is essential as the residency is located in a remote desert area without access to public transit. Applications for the Work-Trade Residency are accepted twice a year, while Self-Structured Residencies are available on a rolling basis.

Hollufgård Gaestatelier

ODENSE SØ, Denmark

Hollufgård Gæsteatelier is an artist residence and workshop facility at Hollufgård manor in Odense SØ, Denmark, offering studios, workshops, and housing for professional artists worldwide for stays up to 6 months. No funding provided.

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

Houston Center for Contemporary Craft

Houston, United States

The Houston Center for Contemporary Craft (HCCC) Artist Residency Program offers three-to-twelve month residencies (with preference for six- and nine-month terms) to craft artists working in media such as wood, glass, metal, fiber, clay, and interdisciplinary craft with photography. Selected artists gain 24/7 access to a 200-square-foot studio, a $1,000 monthly stipend including housing/materials allowance, professional development, public interaction opportunities, and an artist talk. The public-facing program requires studio work during public hours and open studios for visitor engagement.

Name of Residency: HAUHO – nature and peaceOur residence is open on one or two weeks basis. We accept applications by e-mail. We also accept family members to stay here while the artist is working/putting up exhibition/getting new ideas… We are open to artists only during June, July and August. We prefer applications for the month of July but in case we get good and inspiring applications we can accept the time from June till the middle of August. CV, some pictures of works and probably a plan f

Institute for Contemporary Art Foundation

Armenia

Name of Residency: NEST Art ResidencyThe Nest Art Residency welcomes artists, writers, curators, cultural managers, and art reseachers, providing them with the opportunity to live and work in Yerevan while developing individual projects and immersing themselves in Armenia’s creative sphere.Since its opening in 2013, Nest has hosted over thirty residents (from Austria, UK, Italy, Russia, France, USA, Turkey, Finland, Germany, Bulgaria, Netherlands, Ukraine, Canada, and Spain) who contributed to c

International Ceramic Studio

Kecskemé, Hungary

The International Ceramics Studio (ICS) is a ceramic art centre located 80 kilometres south of Budapest that offers artist-in-residence programs allowing ceramicists to work independently on their own projects in a supportive international environment. The studio provides access to modern facilities, kilns, ample studio space, and technical support while fostering creative exchange among artists from diverse backgrounds. Since its establishment in 1978, it has welcomed over 350 artists and maintains one of the most extensive collections of contemporary ceramic works in the world.

Ionion Center for the Arts and Culture

Kefalonia, Greece

The Ionion Center for the Arts and Culture offers a uniquely immersive environment for artists, scholars, and creatives from around the world. Located on the picturesque Greek island of Kefalonia, this center serves as a hub for fostering creativity across a wide array of disciplines including visual arts, performing arts, and environmental sciences. The center's programs are varied, ranging from artist residencies and master classes to international exhibitions and interdisciplinary projects, allowing participants to explore and develop their work in a stimulating, supportive setting. Each program at the Ionion Center is designed to integrate the rich cultural and natural landscape of Kefalonia, using the island's history and beauty as a backdrop for inspiration and research. With facilities that encourage both individual and collaborative projects, the center offers spaces for exhibitions, performances, and creative experiments. The residency programs are particularly notable for their inclusion of artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, providing them with the opportunity to engage deeply with the local community and environment. Financial support is available through various grants connected to specific programs each year, ensuring accessibility for a broad range of participants. The center also emphasizes the importance of sustainability and ecological awareness, integrating these themes into its projects and educational initiatives. With its commitment to fostering global artistic dialogue and cultural exchange, the Ionion Center for the Arts and Culture stands out as a beacon for creative minds seeking to deepen their practice and connect with other like-minded individuals from around the world.

IRIS ART CENTRE

P.O. Box 46007 Drosopigi, Greece

Name of Residency: Coaching ResidencyThe IRIS Artist Coaching Residency in Greece: time, space and support!Immerse yourself in an inspiring studio environment in the Greek countryside. The IRIS ART CENTRE offers you a unique opportunity to create art and discover new trails in the development of your own artistic expression. Situated in the foothills of Parnitha National Park, a protected mountainous area filled with wildlife and pine trees, just outside Athens, Greece, the IRIS ART CENTRE provi

John Michael Kohler Arts Center

Sheboygan, United States

The Arts/Industry residency program at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, partners with Kohler Co. to host 12 artists annually in three-month cohorts at the company's factory in Kohler, WI. Artists work in pottery or foundry studios with 24/7 access, industrial materials like vitreous china, cast iron, and brass, technical support, housing, transportation, and a stipend, without needing prior experience in clay or metal. Participants donate one artwork each to Kohler Co. and JMKAC upon completion.

Name of Residency: Juniper Clay ShopResidency Programme since: 2024Description of Organisation: The Juniper Building in Joshua Tree serves the needs of professional ceramic artists by providing work space and equipment to supplement their studio and increase their capabilities. It is also a place to meet other ceramicists, share ideas, and buy clay.Organisation founded in: 2023What type of organisation are you?:Private companyWorking Languages:EnglishDuration of residency:Weeks: 1Weeks: 2Weeks:

Name of Residency: Artist Residency in beautiful Hainan, ChinaWhy do we launch residency programs?We believe nowadays it has been more urgent than ever to build a creative community across different cultures and backgrounds, not in the sense of what the internet boasts of having brought about to the world. With the increasingly connected world by social media and e-commerce, the boosting availability of goods and products has evidently pushed people’s energy outward to conveniently gain anything

KAIR

Hlavn 40, Slovakia

Name of Residency: Košice Artist in ResidenceKAIR is an international Artist-in-Residence-program for the artists from all over the world and out of all artistic disciplines and expressions. KAIR is strongly focused on creation of international cooperations between the Slovak and foreign artists and art organizations.Residency Programme since: 2011Description of Organisation: Košice Artist in Residence is an international residency program for artists from all over the world and all artistic dis

Kauko Sorjonen Foundation

Vihtavuori, Finland

The Kauko Sorjonen Foundation in Vihtavuori, Finland, partners with Art Center Järvilinna to offer residencies for professional visual artists, providing access to workshops in glass, art casting, metal, blacksmithing, graphics, ceramics, and visual arts, as well as opportunities for writers. Residents receive accommodation in a dormitory with private rooms sharing facilities or a studio apartment for longer stays, along with free exhibition space at Järvilinna Villa (except summer months). The program suits artists collaborating with permanent residents or pursuing independent projects, with costs including 250 €/month for room and 10-20 €/day for workshops plus materials.

Keramikkünstlerhaus Neumünster ceramic artist house Neumünster

Fürsthof 8, Germany

Das Keramikkünstlerhaus Neumünster ist ein Künstlerhaus in Schleswig-Holstein, das seit 1987 Arbeits- &amp; Aufenthaltsstipendien vergibt.

KHF Berlin – Kuenstlerhof Frohnau

Hubertusweg 60, Germany

Name of Residency: Artist Residency in the North of BerlinSince 2019 KHF offers a live-in guest studio in a beautiful, one-storey, half-timbered house on 155-square meters with a huge surrounding garden in the middle of the woods. Professional artists of all backgrounds are invited to apply for a self funded residency, throughout the year. There is no limitation regarding the type of artistic practice and applications from artist couples or groups are encouraged as well. Once a year there is an

Kolodiumglass, z.s.

Polygrafická 560/1, Czech Republic

Name of Residency: Residencies for Glassmakers and ArtistsKolodiumglass offers residencies for artists who want to create artistic projects, share knowledge, experiment and expand their network. Our programs provide an inspiring environment as well as the opportunity for professional consultation and fully equipped facilities primarily for artists in glass and archaic photographic techniques. But any artist who wants to create and experiment will find their space here.The main aim of this reside

Konst i Halland/Hallands Konstmuseum

Tollsgatan, Sweden

Konst i Halland (Art in Halland) is a resource centre for visual arts. Halland is a region in Sweden on the west coast and has around 300 000 inhabitants and six municipalities. Konst i Halland arrange yearly mobile Artist in Residence programs together with the municipalities in Halland and select and invite artists to take part. Depending on what the artist is interested to work with we link the AiR program with for example local artists, communities, museums, different schools or other intere

Konstnärernas Kollektivverkstad Bohuslän

Hamburgsund 457 48, Sweden

Konstnärernas Kollektivverkstad Bohuslän (KKV Bohuslän) is an artists' collective workshop in Hamburgsund, Sweden, providing professional artists with access to equipped workshops for techniques like ceramics, textiles, stone, metal, and wood. It organizes artist residencies focused on sculpture and material-based processes, offering stipends, accommodation, and workshop access to selected participants from Nordic countries.

KulttuuriKauppila Art Centre

Kauppilantie 15, Finland

KulttuuriKauppila Art Centre, located in the municipality of Ii in Northern Finland, offers two residency programmes that allow artists to explore and develop their artistic practice, collaborate with locals and get inspired by the surrounding environment. The residency is located in an idyllic cultural heritage site by the river Iijoki and is surrounded by an active village community.Artists as well as curators and researchers from all disciplines are welcome to apply to the KulttuuriKauppila r

Künstlerbahnhof Ebernburg e.V.

Bad Münster - Ebernburg, Germany

The Künstlerbahnhof Ebernburg e.V. is an artist residency program in a former railway station in Bad Münster-Ebernburg, Germany, offering 2-3 scholarships annually, each lasting 2 months, primarily to young international artists for undisturbed creative work in a scenic rural setting. Residents receive a high-ceilinged studio, fully furnished apartment, kiln for ceramics/glass, and printing press, with exhibitions organized to showcase their work; costs for living and travel are borne by the artist, though one source mentions a 800 Euro work purchase. Suitable for all art disciplines except those involving fire or water.

Künstlerhaus Edenkoben

Edenkoben, Germany

The Künstlerhaus Edenkoben is a residency program in Edenkoben, Germany, serving as a meeting, living, and working space for poets, writers, visual artists, musicians, and translators, fostering encounters through scholarships and events focused on contemporary literature, poetry, music, and visual arts. It emphasizes 'crossing borders' via collaborations with French neighbors, exploration of European languages, and regional cultural spaces. The program awards up to six scholarships for authors/translators and two for visual artists annually, providing furnished apartments, a studio, a monthly stipend of 1,200-1,400 euros, free accommodation, and travel reimbursement.

Kuusamo ARK – Kuusamo Collage

Kitkantie 35, Finland

Name of Residency: Kuusamo ARKThe Arctic Residence Centre at Kuusamo College offers professional artists, researchers, and nature photographers the possibility to work in a versatile environment in the northern nature city of Kuusamo.Kuusamo College was founded in 1909, offering educational and accommodation services all year round for all age groups.We can accommodate around a hundred people. Our residency guests are accommodated in single rooms with common kitchens and lounges. The monthly ren

L.a. Studio

United States

Name of Residency: ART14 ResidencyArt14 Residency welcomes all types of artists, writers, musicians, and creatives. During their stay, artists’ objectives are self-prescribed, and while the nature of the Residency encourages collaboration, it is not required. ART14 Residency exists in conjunction with L.a. Studio’s community art outreach and programming, and visiting artists have the opportunity to provide public classes during their stay in their preferred medium.Art14 Residency currently has a

La Coyotera Taller Estudio

Morelia, Mexico

Independent art studio and residency in rural Umécuaro, near Morelia, focused on ceramics, stone sculpture, land art, and visual arts.

Name of Residency: Residencia DeclaraOur residency is a program that provides artists with a friendly and quiet place where they can dedicate time to their artistic work.As artists we understand the need to be in contact with other artists so that inspiration and creativity can flourish. Always learning together.ACTIVITIES: Drawing, painting, music, ceramics, writing, juggling, dance, corporal expression, film-making, photographyResidency Programme since: 2024Description of Organisation: LA ESCU

La Fontaine Artist in Residence

France

La Fontaine Artist Residency is nestled in the peaceful countryside in Provence, France

La Maison de Simon

Fontaine-sous-Jouy, France

La Maison de Simon is an artists' residency founded in in a stone barn near Giverny, Normandy. Dedicated to graphic arts and multidisciplinary practices, it offers a spacious studio, ceramics kiln, and nature-inspired environment for research and creation.

Name of Residency: La Nave Art Residency – International Residencies ProgramWith the intention of stimulating artistic production, and of contributing to the establishment of collaboration bonds and instances of international exchange between artists, curators, theorists, critics, managers and other cultural actors, La Nave Art Residency launches the 2026 international call for its residency program in Buenos Aires.The call proposes three modalities of residence:Artistic production: This residen

LA PARED arte contemporáneo

Pereira, Colombia

LA PARED arte contemporáneo is an artist residency program in Pereira, Colombia, focused on enabling artists to develop their work through creative, comfortable living and working environments. It offers research and production residencies, including access to facilities such as painting, ceramics, and print studios.

Lademoen Kunstnerverksteder

Mellomveien 5, Norway

LKV has 2 studios and 4 small apartments for guest artists. The studios are 4,2 x 6 m, height to ceiling is 3,8 m. Studio and apartment are free of charge for the guests. There are no grants or reimbursements. Artists can apply for a residency of 1 or 2 months. Since 2019 LKV has two apartments for interdisciplinary artists, these apartments do not have a studios, but rather other options depending on the field of the artists.Application deadline is March 1st every other year. You will find more

The Lakkos Artist Residency in Heraklion, Crete, is an artist-run program offering a peaceful yet vibrant environment for creatives. Located in the historic old town, the residency hosts up to two artists at a time, providing private accommodations and studio spaces. The residency encourages self-directed projects across various disciplines, from visual arts and writing to performance and ceramics. Residents can explore collaborations with the local community, contributing to the revitalization of the Lakkos neighborhood. With flexible stays starting from two weeks, the program provides a supportive space for independent creation in a culturally rich urban setting. Artists enjoy access to a lively arts scene, local markets, and historic landmarks, all within a short walk from the residency.

Landslide

Wentworth Falls, Australia

The Landslide Artist Residency is an artist-run program located in the picturesque Blue Mountains of Wentworth Falls, Australia. Established in 2022, the residency offers a tranquil and inspiring environment for local and international artists. It provides private accommodation, studio space, and access to a vibrant art community through exhibitions, workshops, and regular critique sessions. The residency caters to a wide range of artistic disciplines, including painting, sculpture, ceramics, and curatorial projects. With access to shared studio spaces, networking opportunities, and local gallery events, residents can focus on their creative practice while engaging with the local art scene. Landslide offers flexible one-month residency terms and encourages artists to explore the surrounding natural beauty. The program is entirely self-funded, with artists covering their own residency fees, travel, and supplies. It is a unique opportunity for artists seeking a peaceful, immersive, and collaborative environment.

Laura Liebeskind, die Gründerin, die die Hälfte der Zeit im Haupthaus neben Ihrem wohnen wird, steht Ihnen zur Verfügung, beantwortet Ihre Fragen und holt Sie vom nächsten Bahnhof ab. Sie stellt Ihnen ein Fahrrad zur Verfügung, und es fahren regelmäßig Busse in die nächstgrößeren Orte mit Supermarkt und Freibad.Die Kosten betragen: 1 Woche: 400 Euro / 2 Wochen: 650 Euro / 3 Wochen: 900 Euro / 4 Wochen: 1200 EuroResidency Programme since: 2022Description of Organisation: Ever since 2022, I, Laura

Le Maupas A.I.R. is a ceramic art and design center and artists residency located in the small village of Le Maupas, Sussey, in the Côte d'Or region of Burgundy, France. It offers individual residencies focused on research and development, as well as project-based residencies with access to technical expertise, providing working spaces, kilns, and facilities at cost price. Accommodation is available in the adjacent 'relais' with guest rooms, kitchen, and additional amenities for artists, partners, or children.

LH Project

Joseph, OR, United States

The LH Project is a ceramics-focused artist residency nestled at the foot of Oregon's Wallowa Mountains near Joseph, offering an intimate, private setting for serious ceramic artists to develop their work away from daily demands. It provides housing, studio facilities, materials, and a partial stipend or work fellowship, with stays ranging from weeks to a year, often selected informally by word of mouth. Residents may participate in public slideshows and benefit from a supportive community, including repeat visits by groups like military veterans.

Loaf Gallery Blue Mountains

Australia

Name of Residency: Mountains Residency Blue Mountains** on a break, no open calls at present. Artist Residency Program – Wentworth Falls, NSWWe are a female-led artist and business collective offering a unique artist residency program, art gallery, organic coffee shop, and ethically sourced gift store in the heart of Wentworth Falls.As mentioned recently in The Guardian, we are one of the top destination points in The Blue Mountains!Each month, our Landslide Studios host three distinct

Mabiang Seni Art Residency

Jl Mabiang No.1, Indonesia

Name of Residency: Mabiang Seni Art ResidencyCustomised program; a balance between self-directed and consulted. Mabiang Seni Art Residency is founded in January 2025 by Olen Riyanto and her mother, entrepreneur Joeng Min Fie. Olen Riyanto is a multidisciplinary artist with a BFA in Fine Arts from School of Visual Arts NYC. Based in the northeast of Ubud, Bali, Mabiang Seni Art Residency is currently building itself into a platform for unleashing incubated ideas in a supportive environment; locat

Made in Sat

Marin Village, Romania

Made in Sat is a cultural initiative based in Marin Village, Sălaj County, Romania, dedicated to fostering artistic, educational, and community-based projects. Established through the restoration of a traditional house, the residency aims to preserve and promote local tangible and intangible heritage, emphasizing intergenerational and interethnic exchange. The residency welcomes international artists, including writers, researchers, photographers, painters, ceramists, and illustrators, offering them a peaceful rural environment to develop their creative projects. Participants have the opportunity to engage deeply with the local community, explore Romanian rural life, and collaborate with local artisans and craftspeople. The residency provides private accommodations, dedicated studio space within a library, and opportunities for artists to hold workshops, talks, or final exhibitions. Artists are encouraged to explore the intersection of their practice with rural Romanian culture, supported by community connections and regional heritage tours. Made in Sat values cultural diversity, fostering creative exchanges among Romanian, Hungarian, and Roma communities in the area. Its mission is rooted in enriching the local cultural landscape while providing artists with meaningful, immersive experiences in a rural setting.

Main & Station Nonesuch

Parrsboro, Canada

Main & Station Nonesuch is a privately funded artist residency program based in Parrsboro, Nova Scotia, and Montreal, Canada that encourages artistic activity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community involvement. The program hosts 1-10 residents at a time (up to 6 in Parrsboro facilities) who are self-directed in their practice and expected to give artist talks, provide community arts programming, and participate in the life of the centre.

MakerHouse

United States

Name of Residency: MakerHouse ResidencyAs a Resident, you will receive free housing, workshop access, and a living stipend for one month so that you can focus on exploring these themes and contributing knowledge to the world.Our workshop includes tools for woodworking, metalworking (welding, casting, blacksmithing), ceramics, software, electronics, music, robotics, 3D printing and laser cutting. We also have a full time shop master who can teach you how to use any tools you aren’t familiar with.

Malt AIR

Ebeltoft, Denmark

Malt AIR is a distinguished visual arts residency program hosted by Maltfabrikken in Ebeltoft, Denmark, in collaboration with The Danish Art Workshops and The Jutland Art Academy. It invites professional visual artists from around the globe, particularly those at the beginning of their careers with documented exhibition experience and collaborations with curators. The program, spanning three months, is designed to foster exchanges between international artists and the Danish contemporary visual arts scene, supporting artists in the development of their practice through networking, studio visits, and professional meetings. Residents are provided with a studio, shared workshop facilities, accommodation, a travel grant, visa support, and a monthly stipend to cover living expenses and material costs. Tailor-made activities aim to facilitate networking with Danish artists, curators, and art professionals. Malt AIR encourages applications for residencies during specific periods in 2024 and 2025, offering a comprehensive package to support the artistic process and research phase, emphasizing time, space, and opportunities for reflection and focus.

Manship Artists Residency

Gloucester, United States

International, interdisciplinary artists residency at the former home and studio of sculptor Paul Manship, dedicated to supporting artists, innovators, and thinkers with time and space for creative work.

Mary Sky

United States

Name of Residency: Mary Sky Artist ResidencyMary Sky’s Artist Residency is hosted in a tiny-cabin on a forested mountainside in rural Vermont, adjacent to hundreds of thousands of acres of National Forest land.The residency campus is rural, and staying in the cabin is much like camping, which presents certain undeniable realities. You must be generally physically fit and able to walk up steep hills in order to participate in the program.The culmination or outcome of this residency is ultimately

Medalta

Medicine Hat, Canada

Medalta, located in Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada, is a dynamic center for creativity, community engagement, and education, offering a variety of artist residency programs for both national and international artists. Medalta’s residencies range from short-term one-month stays to year-long opportunities, with the flexibility to accommodate different schedules. The residency provides artists 24-hour access to studio facilities, including access to the Historic Clay District, and opportunities to exhibit their work in the gallery. Resident artists contribute to the community by teaching in Medalta’s Education programs and engaging in local projects. On-site accommodations are available at the BMO Artist Lodge for an additional cost. Medalta is committed to nurturing creativity and fostering connections within the ceramics community, supported by local, provincial, and federal funding.

MERZ

United Kingdom

Name of Residency: MERZ self-funded artist and writer residency programmeShort history of MERZ MERZ was founded to extend the innovative legacies of Kurt Schwitters and Hannah Höch, to develop ideas of reconstruction and fabrication to address climate change and sustainability from within a post-industrial, rural setting.The MERZ residency buildings are all self-contained with showers and kitchen facilities.The Bothy building opened in October 2017 with Tadpole completed in July 2021. In additio

Moku Art Studio

n/a, United States

Name of Residency: Ocean Virtual Art ResidencyThere are virtual meetings among all the international participating artists under the guidance of a member of the team. These sessions are dedicated to the inception and refinement of your artist project. Each meeting will feature suggested prompts designed to foster introspection and illuminate connections between artists’ projects.  Upon the culmination of the virtual residency, we host a Virtual Open Studio and Exhibition Inauguration.Residency P

Name of Residency: Monte Azul Center for the ArtsPersonalized ResidencyMonte Azul Center for the Arts is a customizable experience, giving the artist permission to play and find inspiration – in the environment as well as within – to rediscover what’s most important to them.Monte Azul Center for the Arts caters to artists in several disciplines. We offer an inclusive residency program, where diversity is a creative advantage.24-Hour Studio FacilitiesThe new Monte Azul Studios opened in December

Nancy B. Negley Artist Residency program

France

Name of Residency: The Dora Maar HouseThe Nancy B Negley Residency Program providesone to three months in residence at the Dora Maar Housea private bedroom and bath and a study or studio in which to worka travel award for travel from a fellow’s home to the Dora Maar Housea grant based upon the length of stay at the Dora Maar HouseResidency Programme since: 2007Description of Organisation: The Nancy B. Negley Artists Residency Program, based at the Dora Maar House in Ménerbes, France, hosts resid

Nantucket Island School of Design and the Arts (NISDA)

Nantucket, Massachusetts, United States

The Nantucket Island School of Design and the Arts (NISDA) offers the Offshore Artist Residency (OAR) for artists and educators across diverse disciplines such as photography, painting, ceramics, textiles, writing, music, performance, and interdisciplinary projects. Located 30 miles out to sea on Nantucket Island, this residency provides a unique environment rich in natural beauty and cultural history. NISDA encourages residents to engage deeply with the island’s vibrant community and participate in cultural events and lectures. Residencies are self-structured and offer live-in studios of varying sizes with access to ceramics studios for an additional fee. Options for residency exchanges and shared studio spaces are available to help reduce costs. The program operates year-round with specific schedules for summer, fall, and winter, encouraging longer stays for in-depth exploration.

National Park Arts Foundation (NPAF)

Various, United States

The National Park Arts Foundation (NPAF) offers a unique series of Artist in Residency programs within the National Parks of the United States. Partnering with the National Park Service and its affiliates, NPAF aims to bring artists of the highest caliber into the heart of the country's most stunning natural landscapes. With over 300 programs produced and more than 120 artists supported, the foundation emphasizes the deep connection between the arts and the natural world, allowing artists to draw inspiration from and work within the parks' serene and awe-inspiring settings. The residency programs are designed to be relevant to both the participating artists and the broader art world, ensuring the experiences and works produced during the residencies resonate beyond the parks. Artists from various disciplines, including visual arts, music, literature, and performance, are provided with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to focus on their projects amidst the parks' breathtaking sceneries, free from the distractions of everyday life. Active in parks across the nation, NPAF's current Artist in Residency programs for 2023 and 2024 are accessible through a selection process detailed on their website. These residencies offer artists a supportive environment to explore new ideas, develop their practice, and engage with the parks' unique landscapes and cultural histories.

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

Nexus Artspace

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Nexus Artspace offers a unique on-site residency program in Hong Kong that focuses on contemporary and experimental art. The residency provides artists with the opportunity to immerse themselves in a culturally rich environment, promoting cross-cultural exchanges and artistic growth. Artists will have access to dedicated studio spaces, resources, and networking opportunities with local and international artists. The residency supports a variety of disciplines including visual arts, performance, and interdisciplinary practices, fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration.

NGO IME

Bulgaria

Name of Residency: Niya PushkarovaThe project “Water Tower Art Residency IME” is a new chapter, but also a natural continuation of the book of the association “IME” and the international festival “Water Tower Art Fest” for contemporary art in abandoned buildings, whose original format ended in with its 10th anniversary. The festival’s production included over 80 works of contemporary art: painting, sculpture, video and photo projections, installations, performances created by artists from o

Nida Art Colony (Vilnius Academy of Arts)

E. A. Jonušo str. 3, Lithuania

Nida Art Colony offers residencies for professional artists, designers, architects, art critics and curators.The objectives of the programme are: – To provide favourable conditions for art practices and to stimulate innovations in art – To implement innovations in art education – To become an integral part of the local cultural and social scene.The programme offers living and socialising facilities in order to ensure comfortable and harmonious coexistence of five artists-in-residence. It always

NODO Uspallata

Ruta Provincial 13 s/n, Argentina

Name of Residency: NODO UspallataRESIDENCIA (REQUISITOS PARA SER RESIDENTES)Quienes quieran aplicar para la residencia, deben presentar un proyecto por escrito que implique el desarrollo y la aplicación en territorio. Se encuentran actividades como talleres, charlas, erupciones, acciones culturales y sociales, investigaciones, alineados a las bases establecidas en NODO.NODO se interesa en :Proyectos que se desarrollan en conexión con lo que hay. Prácticas que se involucren con temas, espacios

Northern AiR

Kauppilantie 15, Finland

Name of Residency: Northern AiR networkThe objective of the innovative network is to create permanent supporting structures for the residency field. We aim at increasing cultural mobility and to establish new forms of cooperation through residencies.Residency Programme since: 2019Description of Organisation: Northern AiR – a newly established unique artist residence network in northern Finland as a part of the KRIPA-project.Organisation founded in: 2020What type of organisation are you?:Not-for-

Oberpfälzer Künstlerhaus I (Kebbel-Villa) and II

Fronberger Strasse 31, Germany

In exchange and cooperation with our partnerhouses the Kuenstlerhaus offers visual artists, composers and writers the opportunity to live and work for about six weeks in quiet surroundings. At the end of the stay the artist can present their work on an open studio day.Residency Programme since: 1988Description of Organisation: The Künstlerhaus II opened in May . The Friends Association is responsible for this house. They built it with the help of many public and provate local sponsors, who a

Old school art house – Hrísey

Gamli barnaskolinn – Skolagata/Midbraut, Iceland

Name of Residency: Old School art houseThe main objective of the residency is to provide an opportunity for international exchange, where professional artists in all media including writers and performing artists are given the opportunity to meet, exchange ideas and possibly cooperate. The peaceful island has a very prosperous atmosphere for artists. The residency is a non-profit organisation.Residency Programme since: 2010Description of Organisation: Hrisey, the island, is by the north coast of

Olepangi Farm, Timau, Kenya

PO Box 29, Kenya

Name of Residency: Olepangi Farm Artist-in-Residence ProgramThe artist residency at Olepangi Farm is a thriving, dynamic program.The farm is set on 120 acres, with more than two acres under organic cultivation for farm-to-table eating, 12 horses for riding out into the local community or on the neighbouring conservancy and quiet paths for walking and introspection. This is a special part of the world; perfect for connection and creativity.Accommodation for artists and partners is in semi-permane

Osage Arts Community

Belle, United States

Osage Arts Community is a residency program on a 160-acre farm in Belle, MO, offering time, space, and support for artists to create new work in a rural retreat. Residencies average 6 months, serving visual, video, textile, ceramic artists, writers, composers.

Ottawa School of Art

Canada

Name of Residency: Ottawa School of Art Residency ProgramThe Ottawa School of Art (OSA) established an artist residency program during its 135th anniversary. The residency program is located solely in the ByWard Market campus in downtown Ottawa. OSA has opened its specialized studios there for ceramics, printmaking & sculpture for use by resident artists during the schools regular hours of operation. OSA will accept a maximum of 2 artists per studio at any time during the year. We suggest that t

Out Of The Circle

Agouza, Egypt

Name of Residency: Out Of The Circle Arts ResidencyOur ongoing art residency is for international visual and digital artists, curators, and researchers, who would like to explore a unique blend of contemporary Egyptian life, as well as its traditions, arts, and culture. It offers an opportunity for artists working with digital mediums to explore connections and find relevance between technology, society, and art.Residents are invited to first conceptualize and then realize a specific project dur

Ox-Bow

Saugatuck, Michigan, United States

Ox-Bow School of Art & Artists’ Residency, nestled in Saugatuck, Michigan, is a sanctuary for artists seeking to immerse themselves in a vibrant creative community. With a history of fostering artistic growth and experimentation, Ox-Bow offers a variety of residency programs tailored to meet the needs of artists at different stages of their careers. The Summer Residency Program, open to artists and writers, provides a fully-funded opportunity to work within a dynamic community of students, faculty, and visiting artists. The innovative Longform residency, a hybrid model, combines studio work with skill development and critical discussions, facilitated by esteemed artists and educators. Ox-Bow’s picturesque campus, surrounded by natural beauty, offers private studios, communal living spaces, and access to specialized workshops, encouraging a blend of focused work and communal engagement. Residents benefit from studio visits, lectures, and the chance to share their work, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and practices. Ox-Bow’s commitment to accessibility is evident in its scholarship opportunities, ensuring a diverse group of artists can participate in its programs. This nurturing environment, away from the distractions of daily life, allows artists to explore new directions in their work, engage deeply with a community of peers, and emerge with renewed inspiration and focus.

Ox-Bow, School of Art and Artists' Residency

Saugatuck, United States

Ox-Bow School of Art and Artists' Residency, founded in 1908, is a year-round artist residency and educational program located on a 115-acre campus in Saugatuck, Michigan. It offers intensive courses, fellowships, and residencies for artists at all career stages, with studio access across multiple disciplines and a community-based living model.

Palazzo d´Arte

Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 168, Italy

Name of Residency: San Giorgio di Pesaro, Terre Roveresche ItalyStylish accommodation for interested artists or art lovers. Awakening and motivating ambitions, increasing knowledge and curiosity about art and culture in Italy and the Marche region in particular. Excursions in the region. Cooking together according to old Italian recipes. Showing and discovering insider tips that only the locals know. Guided city and cultural tours by knowledgeable, friendly people. Discovering small cultural tre

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

Palette People International Art Foundation.

Villa 3, India

Name of Residency: Palette People Artists Residency.Palette People Artists Residency Programme is open to all from all creative fields like visual artists ,painters,sculptors,writers,musicians, theatre and film personalities,photographers, performers etc. of all nationalities and others connected with art.The residency is in a remote location in Vagamon an upcoming hill station in the western ghats of Kerala which is considered to be the hottest hot spot of Biodiversity.(105 kms from Kochi),We h

Penland School of Craft

Penland, North Carolina, United States

Penland School of Craft, situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, is a prestigious national center for craft education. The Resident Artist Program, established in the 1960s, offers professional craft artists a unique opportunity to advance their practice through either a one-year project-based residency or a three-year career transition residency. The program supports artists with free housing, studio space, and utilities, fostering an environment of intense creative focus and community engagement. Residents interact with the larger Penland community, participating in informal and formal studio visits, workshops, and exhibitions. The program emphasizes diversity and innovation, with residents selected through a competitive national and international application process.

Penland School of Crafts

Penland, United States

Penland School of Craft offers multiple artist residency programs in Penland, NC, including the 1-year or 3-year Resident Artist Program for professional craft artists at pivotal career moments, the 1-year Core Fellowship for emerging artists involving work-study and workshops, and shorter 2-4 week Winter Residencies for independent work.

Phoenix Athens

Athens, Greece

Phoenix Athens is a nonprofit artist-run gallery and residency in Athens that provides international and local creatives with space, facilities, and time to develop their artistic practice while engaging with the local community. Founded in by artist Dimitri Yin, the residency emphasizes inclusion, social justice, ecology, and multiculturalism through its Villa Exarcheia program, which offers lodging, workshop access, and exhibition opportunities.

Name of Residency: Pie Ranch Art ResidencyThis one month pilot of subsidized Art Residency will actively recruit BIPOC Artists of San Mateo & Santa Clara counties of California with the focus of creating art projects that align with the intersections of art, food, and farming. Applicants will be selected based on a project proposal to be their focus for the length of their residency.As part of this residency, these four artists will also participate in a one day Community Art Retreat event at Pi

Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture (PMRCAA)

Sisters, Oregon, United States

Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture (PMRCAA) in Sisters, Oregon, offers residencies for artists, ecological scientists, and scholars to explore connections between nature, land conservation, historic preservation, agriculture, and community building. Established by the Roundhouse Foundation in 2017, PMRCAA hosts two to four-week residencies from mid-March to mid-November, providing studio space and private rooms. The program fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and community engagement, requiring residents to contribute to the ranch or local community through workshops or talks. The residency focuses on sustainable practices and integrates arts and sciences with traditional crafts and skills. PMRCAA emphasizes a retreat experience that balances independent work with social interaction among residents.

Platform

Vasa, Finland

Platform is an artist-run initiative in Vasa, Finland, dedicated to promoting and producing international contemporary art. Founded in 2000, it hosts exhibitions and projects primarily resulting from its residency program. The residency emphasizes local interaction through curated projects, artist talks, and seminars. Artists are invited to explore various themes, producing site-specific and community-engaged works. Platform provides accommodation, travel expenses, a working grant, and a production budget. The residency fosters a conducive environment for creative development and intercultural exchange. Artists benefit from private apartments, project spaces, and essential tools and equipment. The program aims to connect artists with the local community and broader artistic discussions.

Pond Farm Pottery Artist in Residence

Guerneville, United States

The Pond Farm Pottery Artist in Residence program offers artists a 3-week stay in the historic Lanier House guest cottage on the property of Marguerite Wildenhain's former home and studio in Guerneville, California. Residents can work in the barn studio, covered breezeway, or outdoors amid redwoods, with inspiration from the natural environment within a state park, though no firing or welding facilities are available due to fire risk. The program, administered by Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods with California State Parks, supports creative development in a site designated as a National Historic Landmark.

Q Bank Gallery

Australia

Name of Residency: Q Bank GalleryCall for Applicants: Art Residency ProgramWe are thrilled to announce the opening of applications for our Art Residency Program. This unique opportunity allows artists to immerse themselves in a peaceful, secluded environment while continuing their creative work. Whether you’re a painter, writer, digital artist, sculptor, or working in any other medium, this residency is designed to offer you uninterrupted time and space to focus on your craft.Residency Overvie

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

Region Västernorrland

Prästmon, Sweden

The Artist In Residence Västernorrland (AIRY) program, run by Region Västernorrland, annually invites one ceramic artist, one sound artist, and one author (focusing on working-class literature) to three rural locations, including Prästmon at Hola Folkhögskola. Residencies last 4 weeks in September-October, providing accommodation, meals, a 25,000 SEK grant, studio access, and hosting support without requiring artistic output beyond presentations and student interactions.

Residencia Epecuén (Epecuen)

Carhué, Buenos Aires, Argentina

Residencia Epecuén is an international artist residency located in Carhué, Buenos Aires, Argentina, on the shores of Lake Epecuén. Designed for artists, curators, and researchers, the program focuses on site-specific and ephemeral art practices in relation to history, landscape, and memory. Over 14 days, participants engage in field research, guided workshops, and curatorial support to develop projects that interact with the ruins of Epecuén and the surrounding environment. The residency encourages artistic exploration across various disciplines, including performance, sound art, photography, video, sculpture, ceramics, writing, and experimental theater. Residents benefit from a structured program including historical site visits, guided discussions, portfolio reviews, and open studio exhibitions. The program fosters critical dialogue and exchange between artists and the local community, integrating contemporary art with cultural heritage. Accommodations are in a shared house, with access to studio space and a ceramics workshop. The residency is produced by Ambos Mundos Arte Actual, promoting artistic projects locally and internationally.

Residency for Ceramics

Berlin, Germany

The Center for Ceramics in Berlin is a residency program designed for artists, potters, sculptors, designers, and art historians working in clay. It offers 1-6 month stays with spacious studios and private living quarters in the Pankow neighborhood, with residents expected to work independently on specific projects, research, or experimentation without pressure to produce exhibitions.

Rock Street Artist Residency

Marquette, Michigan, United States

Rock Street Artist Residency (RSAR) is a transformative artist residency located in a historic 1887 Victorian home in Marquette, Michigan, offering a unique creative space set against the inspiring backdrop of the Upper Peninsula and Lake Superior's shores. The residency hosts two artists per session in a peaceful, distraction-free environment with fully equipped studio spaces, gourmet meals featuring locally sourced ingredients, and opportunities for community engagement.

Name of Residency: Heraklion Art Studio ResidencyΤο πρόγραμμα φιλοξενίας καλλιτεχνών βρίσκεται στην Κρήτη και προσφέρει στους καλλιτέχνες την ευκαιρία να πειραματιστούν ελεύθερα με καλλιτεχνικό μέσο, ​​ενω ζουν στην ιστορική πόλη της Ηρακλείου. Οι καλλιτέχνες έχουν την ευκαιρία να εξερευνήσουν τα μαγευτικά φυσικά τόπο της Κρήτης, αποκτώντας δημιουργικότητα και έμπνευση. Το πρόγραμμα φιλοξενίας καλλιτεχνών προσφέρει ιδιωτικό κατάλυμα με μπάνιο, κουζίνα και χώρο εργασίας, καθώς και εστιατόριο. Καλ

Roswell Artist-in-Residence (RAiR)

Roswell, New Mexico, United States

The Roswell Artist-in-Residence Program (RAiR), established over fifty years ago, offers a unique and generous opportunity for artists to focus on their creative work for a full year. Located in Roswell, New Mexico, this residency is designed for artists at various stages of their careers, providing them with a private 3-bedroom house, an attached studio, and a monthly stipend. The program emphasizes the importance of solitude and self-motivation for artistic development, offering minimal obligations beyond respecting the facilities and the privacy of fellow artists. Additionally, artists have the option to present their work at the Roswell Museum and potentially have a piece purchased for the Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art's permanent collection. The residency encourages applications from artists working in any medium, supporting both individual exploration and the potential for community engagement, albeit on a voluntary basis.

Rothko Museum

Latvia

The Rothko Museum in Daugavpils, Latvia, is one of the 21st century’s most ambitious cultural projects in Eastern Europe. Located in the historical artillery arsenal of the Daugavpils Fortress, this multifunctional hub for art, culture and education remains an evolving and inspiring place for creative expression and experience.The majestic exterior of the sweeping heritage building fully matches the interior design and the quality of art on display, where original paintings by Mark Rothko, a pio

Round Them Oranges

2 Gh airport Road, India

Name of Residency: WoodyVu LadakhThe residency supports critical, experimental, and context-responsive artistic practices that engage with landscape, ecology, culture, and community. We aim to create a space for reflection and research outside urban art centers, encouraging meaningful exchange between visiting practitioners and the fragile high-altitude environment of Ladakh.Our vision is to foster interdisciplinary dialogue across contemporary art, craft, ecology, and indigenous knowledge syste

Rüki Residency (Ruki Residency)

Viljandi, Estonia

Rüki Residency, nestled in the historic city of Viljandi, Estonia, offers a unique opportunity for artists across all disciplines to immerse themselves in a creative environment. The residency, housed in a building dating back to the second half of the 19th century and renovated in 2022/2023, began its operations in June 2023. It serves as a hub for artists, musicians, writers, and other creatives to produce and showcase their work. Rüki provides a private furnished apartment with an attached studio space, and the possibility to use the gallery space within the same building. The residency fosters collaborations with local institutions, offering a rich cultural exchange. Viljandi's serene atmosphere presents an ideal setting for artists to focus and draw inspiration away from urban distractions. Rüki Residency encourages residents to engage with the community through workshops, exhibitions, or other public events. This self-funded program requires artists to cover their own travel and living expenses, with residency fees varying based on duration and specific needs.

Rupert

Vilnius, Lithuania

Rupert's Residency Programme, situated in the scenic Valakampiai district of Vilnius, Lithuania, offers a unique opportunity for local and international cultural practitioners across a broad spectrum including artists, writers, curators, cultural managers, and academics. This programme allows participants to live and work in Vilnius, fostering the development of individual projects while engaging with the region's vibrant creative sphere. The residency, designed by the acclaimed Lithuanian architect Audrius Ambrasas, features studios with mezzanines, providing ample space for creative and research activities. Surrounded by natural beauty and yet close to the city's cultural heart, Rupert encourages a blend of solitude and community engagement. With studios equipped with essentials and WiFi, residents enjoy a conducive environment for production and research. Rupert supports its residents with curatorial assistance, professional meetings, and integration into the local art scene, alongside the freedom to engage with its public and educational programmes. This inclusive approach aims to cultivate long-standing relationships and ongoing collaboration, enriching both the residents and the broader cultural landscape. This fully funded residency, supported by the Lithuanian Council for Culture and Tech Arts, invites individual artists, collectives, and families to apply. Despite covering studio costs, residents are expected to manage their daily and travel expenses, with Rupert providing necessary support for external funding applications. The residency embodies a spirit of openness, creativity, and intercultural exchange, contributing significantly to the contemporary art field.

SAC Gallery

Thailand

SAC Gallery is a Thailand-based art space in the middle of Bangkok. As an extension, it is opening a residency program in Chiang Mai, north of Thailand to serve domestic and international artists who wish to immerse themselves in the art culture in the north of Thailand.As an organisation, we aim to promote and support emerging artists whom we believe to possess great potentials, but are not yet able to gain support from major art galleries and institutions. We believe that any artists who take

Sacatar Foundation

Itaparica, Brazil

Instituto Sacatar is the longest continuously-operating artist residency in Brazil, founded in 2001 on the island of Itaparica across the bay from Salvador, Bahia. The residency provides fully-funded fellowships to artists of all disciplines from around the world, hosting up to eight artists at a time across five annual sessions. Since its inception, Sacatar has awarded residencies to over 550 artists from more than 75 countries.

Salamanca Arts Centre

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Salamanca Arts Centre, located in Hobart, Tasmania, offers a self-funded arts residency program at its historic Artists’ Cottage. This program welcomes artists of all disciplines, including visual arts, literature, performing arts, music, and more, for solo or collaborative residencies. The Artists’ Cottage, a fully equipped, self-contained Georgian sandstone home, provides a nurturing environment for creative work and exploration. Residents benefit from access to additional spaces and studios within the Centre, fostering engagement with the vibrant local arts community. The residency program aims to support artistic development through a mix of mentorship, workshops, and professional opportunities. Salamanca Arts Centre’s central location in Battery Point offers residents easy access to the cultural and natural attractions of Hobart. The Centre has a long history of hosting artists and providing a supportive environment for creative endeavors. With a commitment to enriching the community through contemporary arts practice, Salamanca Arts Centre continues to be a vital cultural hub in Tasmania.

Salem Art Works

Salem, NY, United States

Salem Art Works (SAW) is a nonprofit art center and sculpture park in rural Upstate New York offering artist residencies from April to October with flexible durations. Residents access private studios and additional facilities like blacksmithing, ceramics, glassblowing, welding, and more, while contributing to communal activities such as artist talks and open studios. Housing is available for a fee, with no stipends provided.

Sam Rit Residency

Thailand

Welcome to a cultural residency that&#039;s open to all creatives.  Artists of all mediums, arts managers and arts workers, academics, researchers and students are invited to stay with their...

Sanctuary Slimane

Morocco

Name of Residency: Sanctuary Slimane Artist ResidencyOur mission is to have on going functional relationships between artists, the environment, the on site animal sanctuary and permaculture gardens. We seek artists that find pleasure engaging in this holistic approach with a respect for nature, animals and sustainable living.Artists are encouraged to develop and experiment in their medium while creating works that would contribute to the functionality and aesthetic of the various aspects of the

Sapporo Tenjinyama Art Studio

Sapporo Tenjiyama Art Studio (Inside Tenjin-yama park) 1-80, Japan

Tenjin-yama Art Studios offers ongoing residencies which are funded by the artist and provide them with a studio apartment, use of all the public facilities and a wealth of local knowledge from the staff. The ongoing residencies are open to any individual or group in any creative field who need access to activity in Sapporo, a space to research or produce work from, or a base from which to explore Hokkaido for creative means. Residencies that offer financial support to artists are detailed at th

Saruya Artist Residency

Japan

Name of Residency: Saruya Artist ResidencySARUYA is an Artist Residency in Japan,  located at the bottom of Mt. Fuji,in the city of Fujiyoshida.SARUYA Artist Residency offers studio space and accommodation in the Mt Fuji area in Japan. The duration of the residency is between 2 weeks and 3 months .Since 2017, SARUYA has received more than 30 artists from all over the world. As such, our goal is to foster cultural and artistic exchanges between Japanese artists and foreign artists. We accept any

Sasso Residency

Nucleo Vairano 12, Switzerland

Name of Residency: Sasso ResidencyWith a lot of love and almost no money, we play Casa Sasso on the east side of Lake Maggiore: a beautiful, carefully restored 17th century house. The area is characterised by a mass of holiday and second homes, far from urban structures. Distractions are few and far between: a good starting point to dedicate yourself to your project. You can apply in autumn for a one-month residency in the following year, which takes place between May and October.The Sasso Resid

Scottish Sculpture Workshop

Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom

Scottish Sculpture Workshop (SSW) is a rural artist residency in Aberdeenshire that supports artists through collective learning and experimentation with various materials and processes. The program offers highly subsidized group residencies where artists live and work together for four weeks, with access to specialized workshops including ceramics, metal fabrication, blacksmithing, and stonework, supported by skilled technicians and a programmed schedule of social and professional exchange activities.

Secant Space

Beyoğlu, Turkey

Name of Residency: Secant SpaceSecant space offers a quiet workspace in the centre of Istanbul. The residence welcomes artists, curators, architects and researchers who wish to stay in the city on the basis of specific individual projects and/or open calls.The stay can be planned for periods ranging from 1 week to 3 months, depending on availability. All residents will be given curatorial support, logistical information and details of places to visit, restaurants and other necessities on site. I

The Seto Ceramics and Glass Art Center in Seto, Japan, offers an artist residency program focused on international exchange through ceramics and glass art, inviting non-Japanese artists to create works, interact with locals, and share techniques rooted in Seto's historic pottery tradition. Residents receive housing, materials, a daily stipend, studio access, and travel support for stays typically lasting 45-60 days, though the program has been suspended since .

We will offer you free spaces to create, live and exhibit for 3 to 6 months. After your residency period, we will organize a symposium which will also include exhibition, publication and criticism on your work. Our aim is to discover and promote excellent art practitioners. We encourage art pertaining to one’s own existence and life experience, distinguished by creativity and poetic quality. We would like to choose 30 persons each year to participate in our residency program, which runs from Mar

Sierra Madre

Durango, Mexico

Sierra Madre International Artist Residency is a creative haven located in the tranquil setting of Durango, Mexico, welcoming both emerging and established artists from around the world. The residency provides an inspiring retreat with luxury accommodations designed to support visual artists, writers, performers, and filmmakers. Its serene environment includes a private garden, pool, and shared studios, fostering an atmosphere ideal for artistic development and reflection. Artists benefit from a flexible program that allows for both solitary work and collaborative opportunities. The residency offers a curated experience, with group excursions, cultural outings, and local art scene engagement. A dedicated team provides logistical, technical, and professional support, including project feedback and the opportunity to present work in a group exhibition. The residency emphasizes community-building and the decentralization of Mexico’s creative landscape by connecting artists to the vibrant cultural heritage of Durango. With stays ranging from 2 to 4 weeks, the program creates a balance between focused studio time and meaningful cultural exchange.

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

Sixi Museum

Nanjing, China

The Sixi Museum in Nanjing, China, offers the Sixi International Artist-in-Residence Project, a program designed to support emerging artists from diverse disciplines. The residency fosters cross-cultural exchange, creative breakthroughs, and personal growth by providing living accommodations, a dedicated studio space, and financial and logistical assistance. Participants stay in a city-center apartment and work in a loft studio on the outskirts of Nanjing, benefiting from technical resources and connections with the local art scene. The residency concludes with an exhibition showcasing the artists’ outcomes. Nanjing, a city known for its fusion of traditional and contemporary culture, provides a rich backdrop for creative exploration. The residency aims to contribute to Nanjing’s vibrant art ecology and international cultural exchanges, supporting the development of contemporary art in China.

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

Name of Residency: StartArt Art Residency & Co-living“Home is not a place. It’s a feeling.”During your our art residency program you will:– Boost your creativity and personal expression. – Connect deeply with others and yourself. – Enjoy moments of true relaxation and fun. – Collaborate with other creatives. – Live transformative experiences in nature. – Take good care of your body and your mind with delicious fresh vegetarian meals. – Explore the north of Portugal with new friends and visit her

Steel Yard

Providence, Rhode Island, United States

The Steel Yard in Providence, Rhode Island, offers a micro-residency program for artists in ceramics and metals. This program, lasting 1 to 3 months, provides full access to a 10,000 square foot studio, tools, and resources. Micro-residents participate in exhibitions, events, and professional development opportunities. The residency is free, but artists must cover their own materials. Alloy Fellowships are available, providing a $250 monthly stipend to emerging artists who volunteer 15 hours per month. Applications are accepted year-round on a rolling basis.

Name of Residency: Strata Ceramics ResidencyThis ceramics focused space gives makers the opportunity to take time to develop new work, in a beautiful rural setting. The light filled studio space can accommodate 6 makers and has been designed for a flexible experience to facilitate makers needs, with movable work benches, a variety of wheels, extruder, slab roller and a range of other studio equipment. There is a space for mould making. The kiln room is equipped with several electric kilns. We ar

Studio Dragonfly

Baroda, India

Studio Dragonfly is an artist residency program in Baroda, India, run by practicing artists to foster cultural exchange, collaboration, and time for artistic reflection, primarily offering ceramic and painting residencies with options for writers, photographers, and architects. Located in the vibrant art hub of Baroda with over 1000 artists, it provides equipped studios, materials, accommodation, and a helper, with flexible stays from 4-12 weeks or up to 180 days and a fee of around $1300 per month. Participants are encouraged to interact with local artists, with open studios or exhibitions possible for longer stays.

Studio Residency Grant

Rosendale, United States

The Studio Residency Grant by Women's Studio Workshop is a six- to eight-week program for artists at any career stage to create new work in disciplines including intaglio, letterpress, papermaking, screenprinting, photography, or ceramics. It provides a stipend of $350/week, up to $500 for materials, up to $250 for travel within the Continental US, free onsite housing, and 24/7 studio access with technical support.

Surface Arts & HOF

Bangkok, Thailand

Surface Arts & HOF is a collaborative artist residency program in Bangkok's Sukhumvit area, run by Surface Arts and HOF Art, focusing on contemporary artists interested in collaboration, urban environments, and Thai culture to generate new work and cultural understanding. The program provides studio spaces, resident accommodation, galleries, a café bar, and rooftop facilities, with artists paying a monthly fee of 35,000 THB (approx. 850€) that includes housing, airport pickup, staff support, and access to events. Residencies typically last one month minimum, feature open applications year-round, and culminate in exhibitions or exchanges between Thailand and the UK.

Taattinen Tila

Naantali, Finland

Taattinen Residency is a material-driven platform located at Taattinen Farm in Naantali, Finland. It focuses on exploring the possibilities of local Finnish clay and offers an inspiring space for artists, ceramicists, and designers to experiment with this natural material. The residency supports ecological and local ceramic practices, encouraging innovative manufacturing methods and conceptual exploration. Each year, the residency hosts 3-5 artists for a 30-day program, providing access to a fully equipped ceramics workshop and private accommodations. Residents engage in self-led projects and are expected to participate in community workshops, with the resulting works exhibited in the farm’s gallery space.

Taiwan Ceramics Residency

Yingge District, Taiwan

The Taiwan Ceramics Residency Program, hosted by the New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum, offers 9-14 three-month residencies each year to local and international ceramic artists and designers, immersing them in Yingge's historic pottery town. It provides shared studios, equipment, technical support, subsidies for materials, transportation, and accommodation, along with opportunities for community engagement through workshops, lectures, and exhibitions. The program fosters cultural exchange and creative development in Taiwan's largest ceramics production center.

Taiwan Ceramics Residency by Yingge Ceramics Museum

New Taipei City, Taiwan

The Taiwan Ceramics Residency Program at the Yingge Ceramics Museum in New Taipei City, Taiwan, offers three-month residencies to both local and international ceramic artists. Established to preserve and invigorate Yingge’s rich ceramic heritage, the program provides artists with workspace, equipment, and technical support. Residents benefit from subsidies for materials, transportation, and accommodation, and are required to engage with the community through educational events such as workshops or lectures. The residency supports artists in creating original works and fosters cultural exchange within the vibrant ceramics community of Yingge. The program includes a rigorous selection process, ensuring that participants have at least two years of experience in ceramic art. Residents must maintain a professional standard of conduct and adhere to the residency’s guidelines throughout their stay.

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

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Tesa Creative Center

No. 57, Taiwan

Founded in , TESA Creative Center sets out from environmental concern and sustainable ecology, and inspires thoughts upon art, spaces, and the environment. Artist-in-Residence provides artists excellent places for art-making, living, research and exchange. Artists are also encouraged to contribute to the communities with art actions. Artist-in-Residence in TESA aims to have international exchange in-depth and at the same time, introduce Taiwan to the world through artists from all over the w

The Art House

Wakefield, United Kingdom

The Art House in Wakefield offers fully funded, two-month international artist residencies in partnership with the Royal Over-Seas League (ROSL) for artists living outside the UK who have not yet exhibited or worked there. The program provides studio space, accommodation, materials budget, travel costs, mentoring, and professional development support, with artists encouraged to experiment and develop their practice without requirement to produce finished work.

Name of Residency: The Blue Camel (Stillness in Motion)Stillness in MotionA 14-day studio residency for deep presence and poetic productionTucked between Volcán de Agua and Volcán de Fuego, in the timeless town of Antigua, Guatemala, Stillness in Motion is a 14-day studio-based residency rooted in reflection, ritual, and artistic becoming.Participants live and work in The Blue Camel studio that foster collaboration while honoring solitude. Days are self-directed, punctuated by optional studio vi

The Farm

Margaret River, Australia

The Farm Margaret River, situated in the scenic South West region of Western Australia, is a multifaceted rural property that marries agricultural operations with artistic creativity. Founded in 2017 by Helen and Darryl Mack, it serves as both a sanctuary and a workspace for artists looking to engage deeply with the natural landscape. The Farm is nestled among ancient karri forests and rugged coastlines, offering artists a unique opportunity to explore and create site-specific works. It supports a diverse range of visual arts, including painting, sculpture, photography, and land art, providing residents with studios, workshops, and accommodation facilities. Residencies are funded and focus on ecological and cultural engagement, encouraging artists to produce works that reflect their interaction with the local environment. The Farm emphasizes community involvement through open studios, workshops, and exhibitions, making art accessible and fostering connections between artists and the local community.

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 Interdisciplinary Art Group SERDE

Atmodas iela 9, Latvia

SERDE residencies program aims at exchange and common work between artists and professionals from the creative and cultural world promote experiences exchanges and skills sharing encourage art and culture professionals to discover the Latvian country side as place where to create and inspire create the new works in unusual circumstances.SERDE offer accommodation and working facilities in one of oldest and ?wonderful? historical buildings of town. We have a &ldquogreen thinking&rdquo approach to

The John Bauer Pottery Studio and BnB

South Africa

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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

Name of Residency: The Pickers Hut @ Glaziers BayThe Pickers Hut @ Glaziers Bay is a studio/living space at Glaziers Bay, 50 kilometres south of Tasmania’s capital city, Hobart, in the picturesque Huon Valley.The workspace is in a 4 metre x 18 metre by 10 metre studio with a concrete floor, lots of natural light, lifting points for large sculpture and access to power tools and equipment.A living space that includes a kitchen and sitting area is next door.One of the sleeping quarters is located a

The Pottery Workshop Jingdezhen

Jingdezhen, China

The Pottery Workshop Jingdezhen is an international artist residency program in the porcelain capital of China, welcoming artists of all levels to explore traditional ceramic methods using local materials and processes in collaboration with artisans at The Sculpture Factory. It provides 24-hour studio access, on-campus housing with private or shared bedrooms, daily meals, translators, and facilities like electric wheels and kilns, with flexible stays typically recommended at 4-8 weeks. Residents pay a weekly fee covering room and board but are responsible for materials, firing, and other costs.

The Skopelos Foundation for the Arts

PO Box 56, Greece

Name of Residency: Create art on the beautiful island of Skopelos.The Skopelos Foundation for the Arts offers three-week residencies in ceramics, mixed media, painting and printmaking, from April to October.Each person that visits the Foundation is extremely important to us and we make sure to give everyone individual attention. Our commitment is that you not only fulfill your artistic goals but also have a taste of island living.Residency Programme since: 2001Description of Organisation: The Sk

Throwing Shapes

Dublin, Ireland

Throwing Shapes' Clay City residency program in Dublin offers a 12-month graduate residency for early-career ceramicists with full studio access, mentorship, and free accommodation in a subsidised apartment, alongside three 3-month professional residencies for established artists to complete projects or research. It aims to support ceramics practice, foster community engagement, and position Dublin as a ceramics hub, welcoming applicants from Ireland and internationally. Residents benefit from studio facilities, teaching opportunities, a solo exhibition, and member events, though materials and firing costs are not covered.

Tiapapata Art Centre, Inc.

Samoa

Name of Residency: Creative SamoaWith regular classes throughout the year for people of all ages and occasional workshops held in the community, the Tiapapata Art Centre provides a valuable service for the development of Samoa’s creative economy and welcomes artists in residence to assist with its teaching programme while also allowing for visiting artists to create works of art that can be exhibited either solo or in combined exhibitions held from time to time.Accommodation at a reasonable rent

Time and Space Residency

Wisconsin, United States

The Time and Space Residency at Peninsula School of Art in Fish Creek, Wisconsin, offers immersive six-week studio experiences for six visual artists per year across all career stages, prioritizing uninterrupted time for creative experimentation.[1][2] Residents receive a semi-private 500 sq ft workspace with 24-hour access, shared facilities including printmaking, digital, metals, and ceramics studios, private bedrooms in a furnished house, and a studio visit with a critic; all provided free of charge.[1][3] The program fosters contemplation and idea exchange in visual arts, with two artists per session.[2]

Time and Space Residency at Peninsula School of Art (PenArt)

Fish Creek, Wisconsin, United States

The Time and Space Residency at Peninsula School of Art (PenArt) in Fish Creek, Wisconsin, is a fully funded program offering artists six weeks of uninterrupted studio time. Designed for artists of all career stages, this residency supports experimentation and creative risk-taking in a quiet yet connected environment. Each resident receives a spacious semi-private studio, private bedroom in shared housing, and access to ceramics, metals, printmaking, and digital studios. Two artists or collaborative pairs are selected per session, with three sessions held annually. Residents are required to participate in public-facing events including a studio tour and an introductory artist video. The program includes a studio visit with a visiting critic and optional engagement with the broader community through critiques, workshops, or exhibitions. There is no cost to apply or participate, though artists are responsible for their own meals and materials. Located in scenic Door County, the residency provides time, space, and support for developing new directions in visual art practice.

Toroo

Icheon, South Korea

The Toroo Atelier Learning Residency in Icheon, South Korea, offers an extended program for ceramic artists and students to deepen their skills in traditional Korean styles under master Kwak Kyungtae. Situated in a vibrant ceramic village, the residency provides a unique environment with a balance of structured instruction and self-guided practice. Participants receive personalized guidance and access to unlimited clay, tools, and a dedicated studio space. Accommodation is provided in Ye’s Park, within walking distance of the studio, and includes access to a shared kitchen. Daily schedules feature instruction in the morning and afternoon, with additional independent practice time. The program also includes Korean lunches, twice-weekly dinners, and beverages throughout the day. The residency is suitable for those with prior experience in clay and aims to foster both technical skills and creative exploration. For more details and application information, visit their website or contact them directly.

trenarren HOUSE

Trenarren House, United Kingdom

Name of Residency: trenarren HOUSE artist residencies // the creative residency programme is a unique opportunity to come & live, work, create & be, in community, with us here at trenarren HOUSE.  it’s an invitation to dedicate loving, focused time to your creative passion … painting, writing, sculpture, ceramics, performance, music, dance … or any other.// we believe wholeheartedly in supporting a multidisciplinary space here & welcome all creative disciplines here every month. Some months we w

Tribu de Trueno / Bariloche, Patagonia Argentina

Argentina

Name of Residency: Tribu de TruenoTypes of residence.Acción del Brote. Proposals of artists from the city of Bariloche, collaborators of Tribu de Trueno, linked to our living and powerful natural environment. By specific call for each proposal.Desear para exitir. Attention and care of processes, projects, ideas in an embryonic, mutant or elusive state. With the accompaniment of Bar Visconti, Lic. in graphic art, cultural manager and curator. An opportunity to think about the complexities and mul

Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill

Truro, Massachusetts, United States

The Truro Center for the Arts at Castle Hill, established in 1971, fosters artistic growth and community engagement. Located in Truro, Massachusetts, the Center offers a residency program at Edgewood Farm, providing artists with a serene environment adjacent to the Cape Cod National Seashore. The program supports visual artists, writers, musicians, and farmers, encouraging creative exploration and intellectual growth. Residents benefit from private bedrooms in a shared farmhouse, well-equipped studios, and a vibrant local arts scene. Open to both emerging and established artists globally, the residency emphasizes independent production and community interaction through exhibitions and performances.

Truro Clay Works

Truro, United States

Ceramic studio and artist residency in Truro, MA offering 1-year residencies for ceramicists with communal housing, 24/7 studio access, kilns, wheels, and clay. Monthly fee $1,500; 16 hrs/mo contribution required.

Artist-run residential studios for visual artists, curators, writers, and those working with new media. Provides workspace, accommodation, and cultural exchange opportunities. Exhibitions held at end of residency term.

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

University of Michigan

United States

Name of Residency: Roman J. Witt Residency ProgramThe – Witt Residency is organized in partnership with the Stamps Gallery, a public center for contemporary art and design in downtown Ann Arbor, part of the Stamps School of Art & Design, at the University of Michigan. The Stamps Gallery opened in after years of being located in three disparate campus spaces. Building on the school’s strong tradition of excellence, thought leadership, and community engagement, our goal is to develo

Usine Utopik

Tessy-Bocage, France

Usine Utopik is a contemporary creation center in Tessy-Bocage, France, hosting artist residencies for visual artists (plasticiens) and contemporary writers in a rural setting within former horticultural greenhouses. It offers a platform for research, experimentation, and project development leading to public exhibitions in a 400m² space, having welcomed over 100 residents since . Residencies typically last two months, with six sessions per year from spring to fall, accommodating three artists at a time who collaborate on a final show.

Uzupis Art Incubator

Krivių st. 12, Lithuania

Name of Residency: Uzupis Art Incubator International ResidencyUzupis Art Incubator is in Uzupis, a culturally unique area in the center of Vilnius, encircled by a nature reserve. This prime location is very conducive to creative work as residents discover not only the lively bustle of the city but also the calm and creative focus in the gentle sanctuary of nature.  The incubator offers workspace and accommodation for artists and creative industry professionals. The main objective of the residen

Name of Residency: AIR GjutarsAIR-Gjutars residency is year-round, offering artists the opportunity to focus on their work in a peaceful environment in Vantaa. The summer months are reserved for our permanent residency partners, with whom we work on a long-term basis. The aim of the residency is to support the artistic process, promote international interaction and create a framework for focused work. During the residency, artists have the opportunity to organize an exhibition and receive practi

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.

Villa Filanda Antonini

Villorba, Italy

Villa Filanda Antonini (VFA) is an artist residency located in a former silk mill in Villorba, near Treviso, Italy, established in by Giulio Feltrin and his family. The residency hosts multidisciplinary artists and professionals, investigating the material and immaterial specificities of northeastern Italy through contemporary art practices.

Villa Karo, Finnish Institute for West Africa

Grand-Popo, Benin

Name of Residency: Villa Karo, Finnish institute for West AfricaWe provide a truly unique West African residency experience for artists in the tranquil fishing village of Grand-Popo. Villa Karo offers artists of all disciplines a dynamic space to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of Benin. The residency is particularly suited for artists seeking inspiration from the animist religion of vodun (also known as voodoo): there is a strong presence of the cult of Mami Wata, the goddess o

Villa Kujoyama

Kyoto, Japan

Villa Kujoyama is a pluridisciplinary research residency located in Kyoto, Japan that has welcomed established and emerging artists, artisans, and creators since 1992. The residency provides time and space for residents to dedicate themselves fully to their practice and research while engaging with artistic, cultural, academic, and economic communities across Japan. It is operated by Institut français du Japon and supported by the Bettencourt Schueller Foundation.

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.

VV Foundation PAiR (Pāvilosta Artist in Residency)

Pāvilosta, Latvia

The PAiR Artist Residency, hosted by the VV Foundation, is a unique opportunity for art, culture, and humanities professionals to immerse themselves in a creative and interdisciplinary environment. Located in the coastal town of Pāvilosta, Latvia, the residency is set within a historical wooden house, offering a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. It supports a wide range of disciplines, providing artists, curators, researchers, and writers with studio space, living accommodations, and access to a library and gallery. The program emphasizes sustainable practices and engagement with the local socio-environmental landscape. Residents benefit from curatorial assistance, professional connections, and the option to host exhibitions or workshops. The residency fosters a dialogue between the local and global, encouraging innovative practices and interdisciplinary knowledge sharing. Applications are open to both Latvian and international professionals, with a selection process facilitated by the VV Foundation team and field experts.

Watershed Studios

Galway, Ireland

Watershed Studios is an artist residency program located in Galway, Ireland, offering artists of all career stages time, space, and community to encourage growth and experimentation. The program provides studio space converted from a historic fish factory and farm shed, along with newly refurbished cottage accommodation with views of the River Corrib, accommodating six artists at a time.

Ways House

tomcsyani Utca 40, Hungary

Name of Residency: Ways HouseWays House is calling for artists for residencies in 2025 and beyond!Individuals and collectives are welcome to spend independent, non-hosted time at Ways House. Ways House is a Queer Feminist Residency with a focus on rest and recuperation. The 3-bedroom house can accommodate up to 6 artists in 3x double rooms (each room has a double bed).Minimum stay 1-week. Maximum stay 6 weeks.Residency fees are determined on a sliding scale by the number of artists, the length o

WERKSTATT

Istanbul, Turkey

WERKSTATT Akademi Istanbul is a vibrant artist residency situated in the heart of Istanbul’s art scene, offering a mix of shared and private studios, accommodation, and a rich program aimed at fostering creative exchange and collaboration. This initiative is particularly focused on integrating artists with the local community and environment, enhancing social inclusion through cultural and digital projects. The residency is open to artists, performing artists, urbanists, and practitioners who utilize new technologies and grassroots activities, providing a perfect setting for creative minds to engage with the local art scene and citizens. The facility, housed in a historically significant building renovated to meet modern needs, includes private air-conditioned rooms, communal spaces, and a range of support services to ensure a productive and immersive experience. With a flexible duration of stay, WERKSTATT invites applications year-round, offering opportunities for exhibitions, artist talks, and studio visits, tailored to each resident's preferences.

Whitsundays Artist Run Initiative (ARI Whitsundays)

Australia

Name of Residency: Visual Artist Residency, Masterclass and Community Forum.Funded by Whitsundays Regional Arts Development Fund, this 2-week residency offers the artist time, privacy, and support to work on their individual practice. At the conclusion, an open studio or Master Class will be offered to interested local artists and a Q&A style forum will be hosted for the community. Residency Programme since: 2022Description of Organisation: Whitsundays Artist Run Initiative offers visiting artis

Wild Rose Farm Artist Retreat

Canada

We offer a one week retreat at our eco-friendly organic farm. Artists can pursue their work, cultivating their creativity in direct contact with nature in a restful and beautiful setting. Working space is provided, and farm, nature and found objects are available to those who would like to make use of them with gratitude.Whether seeking inspiration, rest or just time to work in a rural and peaceful environment, this retreat offers all of these possibilities.There are only 4-6 spaces available at

Women’s Studio Workshop (WSW)

Rosendale, New York, United States

Women’s Studio Workshop (WSW) in Rosendale, NY, is a distinguished platform offering the Studio Residency Grant, a remarkable opportunity for artists from around the globe to engage deeply with their creative projects. This six- to eight-week residency welcomes artists at any stage of their career to work within WSW’s diverse studio disciplines: intaglio, letterpress, papermaking, screenprinting, photography, and ceramics (with facilities reopening in 2025). Artists receive a generous stipend, materials budget, travel allowance, complimentary housing, and unlimited studio access, underpinned by the possibility of technical guidance and production assistance. WSW conducts a rigorous selection process involving a rotating jury and potential NEA funding, ensuring a wide range of innovative projects are realized. The residency embodies WSW’s commitment to fostering artistic exploration and production, offering a global community of artists a nurturing environment for development and innovation.

Woodman Residency Foundation

United States

Name of Residency: Woodman Artist Residency FoundationResidencies are awarded by nomination and jury selection process. Residencies are for three months, and each resident has their own studio, bedroom and bath, but other facilities such as kitchen, dining, and living areas are shared between the artists in residence.There are two studios in the rural farm compound, individual residents are assigned one. Studio Betty is reserved for low fire earthenware and is equipped with clay, glaze, slips, a

Woodstock Byrdcliffe Artist in Residence

Woodstock, United States

The Byrdcliffe Artists-in-Residence Program, located in Woodstock, NY, offers uninterrupted time and space for artists in all disciplines within the historic Byrdcliffe Arts Colony, one of America's earliest utopian arts communities. Options include month-long communal sessions and independent cottage residencies ranging from 3 weeks to 12 months, with opportunities for exhibitions, studio visits, and community events. It emphasizes artistic excellence and commitment, welcoming visual, literary, and performing artists, with limited fellowships available.

Wysing Arts Centre

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Wysing Arts Centre is a contemporary arts residency centre in South Cambridgeshire, England, focused on artistic production, experimentation, and learning. Its main activity is an international residency programme where around twelve artists per year are selected by invitation through a process led by the research-active programme team. The centre provides facilities including 24 low-cost artists' studios, specialist new media facilities, a ceramics studio, recording studio, gallery, and accommodation in a 17th-century farmhouse.

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.