Delfina Foundation

I stayed at Delfina last summer and highly recommend it. It’s important to note that this is not a production-based residency; while there are no private studios, you have the opportunity to present your work or research in an Open Studio at the end of the program. The core focus here is networking. You’ll connect with a wide range of professionals, including gallerists, curators, and collectors. If you are focused on a specific research topic, the team can even facilitate and fund meetings with relevant academics. Because the program requires you to present your work frequently, it forces you to refine your artistic discourse—a process that led to significant professional growth for me. The team is exceptionally kind, supportive, and dedicated.

The follow-up meeting was very useful. Specifically, the one that the Delfina curator chose.

A wonderful experience surrounded by amazing people. I am normally super cynical, but this programme was so supportive and held so beautifully by an incredible team. It is definitely more of an opportunity to explore networks, test ideas and meet people than a studio residency, and the fee is not enormous but it is just about enough to get by on. The location is so central and the house is full of joy.

It is not aimed at production and clearly states that it does not provide artists’ studios. Great for making new connections; many doors open for Delfina residents. The staff is committed to connecting you to relevant contacts and making recommendations based on your research or trajectory. The apartment is very well designed and maintained. 3 months is an ideal duration if you are new to London.