Horse and Art Research Program – Individual Artist Residency

Eligibility

Interest in horses required, to some degree; visual artists, musicians, writers.

Horse and Art Research Program – Individual Artist Residency Deadline: 01 Feb 2027 Country: Hungary Artist residency for artists interested in combining equine studies and visual arts. We can accept upto 3 artists for each advertised period. Participants will have their own studio space. A final exhibition can be organised showing the works made during the residency. Duration of residency The duration of each residency is one month. Available dates in 2027: 3-30 May 1-30 June 2-30 August 1-30 September 4-31 October Accommodation Accommodation is offered in a large converted and renovated barn. We have three bedrooms, a large communal diningroom with terrace, shared kitchen, two bathrooms as well as the studios are located in the same building. The building is part of a traditional Hungarian horse farm with a large garden. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance The residency is open for visual artists, musicians, writers. We can offer individual studios.Studio / Workspace Studio 1. is suitable for visual artists and printmakers, as it is equipped with printmaking facilities. Studio 2. is a basic room with a large table. It is also possible to make work outside in the garden and the land, where the horses live, that belongs to the residency.Fees and support The total fee is 690 Euro/person for each advertised period. The fee covers the costs: accommodation, individual studio, exhibition, unlimited time spent with horses living in free-range conditions, free access to watch training sessions, demonstrations, and competitions (riding, archery, horsearchery) – all for your inspiration. The fee does not include: travel costs, insurance, meals. For extra fees it is possible to take lessons: riding, archery, horsearchery and classical drawing. Expectations towards the artist The aim of the program is to provide artists with an opportunity to work in a peaceful and focused environment, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in their creative process. The program is intended for artists who have an interest in horses, to some degree or another. We would like to document the creative process and archive the documentation. Artists will have the opportunity to exhibit their works in our gallery, but this is entirely optional and not a requirement for participation in the program. Application information Please write an email of interest to Szmrecsányi Veszely Beáta at [email protected] and we will send you an application form.

How to apply

Email an expression of interest to Beáta Szmrecsányi Veszely; the application form is sent in reply.