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Studio Panicale

Name: Studio Panicale
Address: Panicale, Italy
Rating: 0.5

Panicale, Italy

0.5(1 review)· 0% recommend

1 week to 2 monthsRollingRuralNature-ImmersiveHousing

About

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.

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Disciplines

Ceramics Drawing Installation Writing / Literature Painting Photography Sculpture Sound / Music Textile

Facilities

Private StudioShared StudioKitchen FacilitiesPrivate RoomInternet AccessGardenPoolTechnical Equipment

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Reviews(1)

Lew Aytes

Jan 2026

0.5

Caution notice: 1. The price posted on their website is not correct. It states a price for the season, then after booking it, raises the price. 2. They agree to be paid by PayPal, and after paying the fee, say you have to pay more to cover their vendor fee. 3. They never provided me with a signed residency agreement. I never saw all their requirements. 4. Because of the questionable pricing practices, I notified them 2 months before the residency that I was cancelling my stay and wanted a refund. They refused my request stating they have a 90-day cancellation policy. This was never stated before the day I cancelled. They said it was their rule. Since they never provided me a residency agreement, I had no idea of this rule. Avoid these people, they are unethical, greedy, and certainly not interested in cooperating with artists.

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