Artist in Residence 2027

Eligibility

Eligible countries: No country restriction

Recent design graduates (within 2 years) or under 35; German or English language skills required.

Artist in Residence 2027 Artist in Residence just added Updated: 24 September 2026 Artist in Residence just added Artist in Residence 2027 Updated: 24 September 2026 The town of Pforzheim invites young international designers to Pforzheim for three months as part of its scholarship program »Designers in Residence«. Who can apply: The scholarship program is directed towards young international designers in the areas of jewellery, fashion, accessories, industrial and communication design as well as other design disciplines. Applicants must have completed studies at an university of applied sciences or university, must either not be older than 35 years or must have completed their studies not longer than two years ago. To apply, a proposal for a project that can be implemented during the scholarship must be submitted. Interdisciplinary project proposals are welcome. Language skills in German or English are required. What you get: In total there will be three scholarships. Of all applications, the three best will be considered. The scholarship includes use of fully equipped workshop and coworking workplaces in the EMMA Creative Center in Pforzheim and free accommodation for the period of three months. As required, it will also be possible to use the workshop facilities of the Pforzheim University of Applied Sciences. In addition, each scholarship holder will receive a monthly support of 1,000 euros together with travel costs for the journey from and back to home. A special allowance will be made available for material costs. During the scholarship, there is the opportunity to network and exchange ideas with the jury and professors at Pforzheim University. The results of the scholarship will be presented in an exhibition at the EMMA Creative Center in Pforzheim. Those accepting the scholarship are required to be in residence. The scholarship holder may only be absent for a maximum of 10 days. The period of residence in Pforzheim is from April 1 to June 30, 2027. Deadline 02 November 2026

What to submit

Other

How to apply

Submit a project proposal that can be implemented during the scholarship period.

Application language

DE, EN