Two Together: Porthmeor Studios Residencies 2027

Eligibility

Eligible countries: GB

Applies in pairs with a UK-based collaborator, one based in Devon or Cornwall; not currently in formal education.

Two Together: Porthmeor Studios Residencies 2027 Artist in Residence just added Updated: 29 October 2026 Artist in Residence just added Two Together: Porthmeor Studios Residencies 2027 Updated: 29 October 2026 Applications are open for month-long three residencies in 2027 for pairs of visual artists at the historic Porthmeor Studios in St Ives, Cornwall. The opportunity is open to artists from Devon or Cornwall to apply in collaboration with another artist based in the UK. Continuing Freelands Foundation’s commitment to supporting the relationship between making and learning, the residency offers artists an opportunity to invite a new person into their practice through a shared residency supporting experimentation and exchange through making. Who can apply: Artists must be based in the UK, with a studio-based visual arts practice and at least 5 years of professional practice (five years after graduating from BA, or equivalent experience). Each application must include a collaborator – one artist must be based in Devon or Cornwall. Artists who are in an existing creative, professional or personal partnership are not eligible to apply together to this opportunity. Artists currently enrolled in formal education (e.g., BA/MA/PhD programmes) are not eligible. What you get: Residents will receive: Use of Studio 5 at Porthmeor Studios (shared with your collaborator); Accommodation in St. Ives, Cornwall (shared with your collaborator); Travel expenses covered to and from St. Ives, Cornwall; £2,000 stipend per artist to participate and cover living costs during the residency; Support from Porthmeor Studios and Freelands Foundation; A unique opportunity to learn from and experiment with another artist in a supportive, process-driven environment. Deadline 30 November 2026