Argo Residency in Athens – December

Eligibility

Open to artists, writers, performers, musicians, scholars, and other creatives

Argo Residency in Athens – December Deadline: 01 Nov 2026 Country: Greece Argo residencies provide time and space to develop your practice in a social, supportive, and stimulating environment. They are open to artists, writers, performers, musicians, scholars, and any other creatives. All of our residencies take place in Athens, Greece. Autumn in Athens is great. It’s still warm and sunny, and the tourist mania of summer is over. It’s a time for reflection, exploration, and manifestation. Duration of residency We run 10 residency sessions a year, and each lasts about 25 days. You can see a full list of sessions on our website. This call is for our December session – 18 nights between 30th November and 18th December 2026. Accommodation You’ll stay in our spacious apartment, where you can daydream on the huge plant-filled balcony. Or you can play flâneur, sipping coffee at one of the 13 cafes in the square down the street. There are two huge balconies, a shared kitchen, two shared bathrooms, five bedrooms (including one en-suite with private bathroom), and a large shared lounge. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance Residencies are open to artists, writers, performers, musicians, scholars, and any other creatives. We support residents by providing personalised recommendations for places to go, things to do, and people to meet in Athens. We can often arrange meetings with local artists, we know where you can source specialised materials, and we’ll help you quickly find your feet, scene, and inspiration in this amazing city.Studio / Workspace You'll work in our large, bright studios. We have private and shared studios, a store of basic materials, a woodshop, a kitchen, a library for quiet working or reading, and endless Athenian light.Fees and support €900 for the whole session (18 nights) for a shared bedroom, €1170 with a private bedroom, €1440 for an en-suite bedroom. These prices include accommodation, studio space, personalized support, and participation in our events. Expectations towards the artist Very few. We have up to seven residents at a time, so Argo provides plenty of opportunities for learning new skills from your fellow residents, working collaboratively, or simply hanging out. Residents regularly share meals, go to art shows together, and many leave the residency with new friends. Application information More information and application form on our website: argo-arts.com/self-directed

How to apply

Application form available on organizer's website