Perform Europe

Perform Europe Open Call 2026: Up to €60,000 Grants/Funds €1.4 million will support cross-border touring of performing arts across 41 Creative Europe countries. Table of Contents The Perform Europe Open Call invites performing arts professionals and organizations to develop international partnerships for touring finished artistic works across Europe. Perform Europe will distribute EUR 1.4 million to at least 25 partnerships. Applicants may request EUR 15,000, EUR 25,000, or EUR 55,000, with additional sustainability and accessibility top-ups bringing the maximum award to EUR 60,000. Each proposal must include at least three partners based in three different Creative Europe countries and present the same finished work in at least three eligible countries. Applications close October 22, 2026, at 23:59 CEST. OF THE FIELD. Perform Europe Open Call Snapshot What: Funding for partnerships touring and presenting finished performing arts works across Creative Europe countries. Who: Performing arts professionals and organizations legally based in eligible Creative Europe countries. Where: 41 Creative Europe countries. Presentations may be physical, digital, or hybrid. Award / Support: EUR 15,000, EUR 25,000, or EUR 55,000, plus top-ups of up to EUR 5,000. Maximum award: EUR 60,000. Application Fee: FREE Deadline: October 22, 2026, 23:59 CEST. Official Link: Perform Europe Open Call Get the Strategy Coach Notes: https://www.patreon.com/pformart/posts/perform-europe-164546692 Get The Application Strategy Perform Europe evaluates the entire touring system proposed by the partnership. Applicants must connect the artistic work, partner structure, presentation contexts, budget, access measures, environmental planning, and audience strategy. The work must already be finished and ready to tour. Reviewers will assess why each partner is necessary, how the same work will function across three countries, how resources and responsibilities will be shared, and how the core priority appears throughout the proposal. The application includes separate sections on fairness, capacity building, communications, touring contexts, artistic innovation, and the secondary priority. Each response must reinforce the same operational plan. About the Perform Europe Open Call Perform Europe supports partnerships that rethink how performing arts works tour across borders. The program covers the 27 European Union member states and 14 additional countries participating in Creative Europe. Eligible disciplines include theatre, dance, performance, circus, outdoor arts, and puppetry. Work primarily focused on live music or opera is excluded. Perform Europe encourages proposals involving underrepresented communities, regions, and touring routes. Each partnership must choose diversity and inclusion or the fight against climate change as its core priority and incorporate measures addressing the other priority. Each proposal must include a minimum of three partners legally based in three different eligible countries. The partnership must appoint a lead partner who submits the application, signs the funding agreement, and receives the grant. At least one finished artistic work must be presented in at least three different Creative Europe countries. Presentations may take place physically, digitally, or through hybrid formats. Complementary activities can include workshops, public talks, screenings, installations, training sessions, and audience events. Every partner must register for a Perform Europe account before submission. Account approval can take several working days. What Is Offered - EUR 15,000 small grant - EUR 25,000 medium grant - EUR 55,000 large grant - Up to EUR 5,000 in additional top-ups - Maximum total award of EUR 60,000 - Green mobility top-up of EUR 400 per person per presentation date - Accessibility support top-up of EUR 400 per person per presentation date - Family top-up of EUR 200 per child per presentation date - Audience access top-up of EUR 800 per presentation date - Visa top-up of EUR 120 per person requiring a visa - Overseas and outermost regions top-up of EUR 175 per person per presentation date The grant may cover artistic fees and salaries, travel, accommodation, subsistence, administration, reporting, communication, translation, surtitling, equipment transport, copyright fees, access measures, environmental measures, complementary activities, and capacity building. Venue and equipment rental or purchase may be eligible when required for the presentation and limited to 5% of the requested grant. Preparation costs connected to presenting an existing work may represent up to 10% of the requested grant. Who Should Apply The call is open to organizations and individual professionals working in the performing arts and legally based in an eligible Creative Europe country. A partner may be an artist, collective, company, producer, presenter, venue, festival, residency, educational institution, NGO, or another professional entity that creates or presents performing arts work. Eligibility is determined by the country where the applicant is legally based. UK-based applicants are ineligible. Each partnership must include at least three partners from three different eligible countries and must have confirmed presentation contexts for the touring plan. Perform Europe Open Call Timeline Open Call Launch: June 23, 2026 Application Deadline: October 22, 2026, 23:59 CEST Selection Results: January 2027 Earliest Touring Start: March 1, 2027 Latest Touring End: January 31, 2028 The requested grant is paid to the lead partner in three installments. The first installment is 60% after the contract is signed. The second installment is 20% after approval of the first narrative report and financial statement. The final 20% is paid after completion, reporting, and approval of Perform Europe’s final report by the European Union. Top-ups are paid after the project is completed and supporting documentation has been approved. Why This Opportunity Matters Perform Europe provides substantial support for established works that are ready to enter new geographic, institutional, digital, and audience contexts. The program can cover 100% of eligible project expenses and includes grant categories suitable for touring systems of different scales. Its structure places artistic presentation within a wider framework of partnership development, fair compensation, access, environmental responsibility, knowledge sharing, and audience engagement. The opportunity is especially relevant for artists and organizations that already have a finished work, confirmed international relationships, and a clear method for adapting presentations across several locations. OF THE FIELD. Apply to The Perform Europe Open Call Apply through the official Perform Europe website Explore More Opportunities Find current grants, residencies, fellowships, commissions, and open calls through the Contemporary Performance Opportunities Database. Join the Contemporary Performance Network for weekly listings, Strategy Coach Notes, artist development resources, workshops, and application support. - €7,000 Venice Artist Fellowship and Residency | Scuola Piccola Zattere 2027 - Perform Europe Open Call 2026: Up to €60,000 - $2,000 NYC CPR Artist-in-Residence 2027 - Funded Tokyo Artist Residency | Tokyo Biennale 2027 Social Dive - Funded Paris Artist Residency | Institut français × Cité internationale des arts 2027

Olin Hall Galleries, Roanoke College

2027 Juried Biennial Exhibition Entry Deadline: Oct 30, 2026, 11:59:00 PM Eligibility: Regional Entry Fee: Free to Enter Virginia Olin Hall Galleries 2027 Biennial Juried Exhibition January 22 - March 14, 2027 Opening Reception January 22, 6-8 p.m. Awards Announced at 7:00 p.m. The Juried Biennial at Olin Hall Galleries has been exhibited every two years since 1990. The juried exhibition exemplifies works of art from artists within a 200-mile radius of Roanoke College. All fine arts media are accepted fo… 2027 Biennial Juried Exhibition January 22 - March 14, 2027 Opening Reception January 22, 6-8 p.m. Awards Announced at 7:00 p.m. The Juried Biennial at Olin Hall Galleries has been exhibited every two years since 1990. The juried exhibition exemplifies works of art from artists within a 200-mile radius of Roanoke College. All fine arts media are accepted for submission, including, but not limited to, painting, drawing, sculpture, graphic design, photography, ceramics, printmaking, mixed media, textiles, video, and film. Biennial Awards First Place- $1,000.00 Second Place-$800.00 Third Place-$600.00 Community Choice-$400.00 CALENDAR August 3, 2026 - Applications open October 30, 2026 - Deadline for entries November 20, 2026 - Accepted artists notified by ArtCall January 6-9, 2027- Artists deliver artwork to Olin Hall Galleries between 10:00 am-6:00 p.m. January 22 - Reception from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in Olin Hall Galleries. Juror Awards announced at 7:00 p.m. March 14- Show closes at 4:00 p.m. March 15-17 - Artists pick-up artwork from Olin Hall Galleries between 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. ELIGIBILITY Artists within a 200-mile radius of Roanoke College can submit up to three works of art in any medium. All artwork must be original and completed within the last three years. There are no submission fees for the 2027 Juried Biennial. MEDIA All fine arts media are accepted including but not limited to painting, drawing, sculpture, graphic design, photography, ceramics, printmaking, mixed media, textiles, video and film. SALES Olin Hall Galleries is a non-profit organization and no commission will apply for works sold from this exhibition. Visitors can contact a gallery representative if they have an interest in purchasing artwork from the 2027 Biennial Exhibition. The interested visitor's contact information will be forwarded to the artist. CONDITIONS OF ENTRY All 2D works must be prepared for installation with proper hanging mechanisms. Sculpture must be portable and weigh less than 150 lbs. Olin Hall Galleries reserves the right to reject any entry that does not follow these guidelines. REQUIRED All accepted work must be hand delivered to Olin Hall Galleries (240 High Street, Salem VA, 24153). Artwork drop-off dates and times are Wednesday, January 6 to Saturday, January 9 to between 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.  All exhibited work must be picked up from Olin Hall Galleries. Artwork pick-up dates and times are Monday, March 15 to Wednesday, March 17 between 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Juror Betsy Johnson is an Assistant Curator at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden with responsibility for overseeing the photography and works-on-paper collections. At the Hirshhorn, she has curated Tony Lewis: Anthology 2014–2016 (2018); The Evidence Room (2019); Feel the Sun in Your Mouth: Recent Acquisitions (2019); Toyin Ojih Odutola: A Countervailing Theory (2021); One with Eternity: Yayoi Kusama in the Hirshhorn Collection (2022); A Window Suddenly Opens: Contemporary Photography in China (2022), Jessica Diamond: Wheel Of Life (2023), Basquiat x Banksy (2024), and Revolutions: Art from the Hirshhorn Collection, 1860-1960 (2024), which she co-curated with Marina Isgro. Johnson completed her B.A. in Integrative Arts and M.A. in Art History at the Pennsylvania State University and is ABD in the Department of Art History and Archaeology at the University of Maryland, currently writing her dissertation on American conceptual artist Robert Barry.

Sears Art Museum at Utah Tech University

2027 Sears Art Museum Invitational Show & Sale Entry Deadline: Oct 30, 2026, 11:59:00 PM Eligibility: Regional Entry Fee: Free to Enter Utah … 2027 Sears Art Museum Invitational Show & Sale > Register & Apply Call for Artsts: 40th Annual Sears Art Museum Invitational Show & Sale The Sears Art Museum at Utah Tech University invites artists from across the American West to apply for the 40th Annual Sears Invitational Art Show & Sale—one of Utah's longest-running and most respected juried museum exhibitions. Celebrating forty years in 2027, the Sears Invitational has become a destination for collectors, artists, and visitors throughout the region. Selected artists gain exposure to museum visitors, collectors, curators, and fellow artists throughout the six-week exhibition.exhibit in a professionally curated museum exhibition and can sell their work while supporting the museum's exhibitions and educational programs. Hosted by the Sears Art Museum at Utah Tech University, the 2027 exhibition runs February 13 through March 27, 2027, and will feature a full-color catalog available for purchase by museum patrons. Why Apply? ✔Museum exhibition ✔ Full-color catalog ✔ Opportunity to sell artwork ✔ Forty-year tradition of excellence Submission Guidelines: Call Opens: August 1, 2026 Submission Deadline: October 30, 2026 Notice of Acceptance:November 16, 2026 (posted online at www.searsart.com and emailed to artists) Entry Limit: Submit up to 3 works (max 2 accepted) Each piece must be submitted as a separate entry. You may edit your submission at any time until the deadline. Approximately 100 artists will be accepted. Eligibility: Artists based in the American West are encouraged to apply, with preference given to Utah-based artists. *Note:Artists outside Utah are responsible for round-trip shipping costs. * Benefits and Opportunities: Benefit Show & Sale: Artists retain 60% of each sale, with the remaining 40% supporting the Sears Art Museum. Proceeds from the show help fund museum exhibitions, educational programs, and part-time student positions. Participation in the show directly contributes to sustaining the arts in Southern Utah. Catalog: All works exhibited in the Invitational will be included in a professionally designed exhibition catalog. Convenient Artwork Pickup: Complimentary regional pickup and return service is available in Ogden, Salt Lake City, and Orem, Utah. Join us as we celebrate the 40th Annual Sears Invitational and become part of one of the American West's enduring traditions in contemporary art.

Fish Factory, Creative Centre of Stöðvarfjörður

Open Call – Fish Factory Creative Centre of Stöðvarfjörður November 2026 Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 Country: Iceland Fish Factory, Creative Centre of Stöðvarfjörður The residency program is self directed, multi-disciplinary and open to most creative directions. The purpose of the program is to provide emerging and established creatives from all fields an opportunity to focus on their work in an environment well equipped for experimentation and the production of artistic output. Residency period: November 2nd – 27th Our Centre is a place to meet with other creative people in a warm collaborative community. The staff are at work Monday-Friday from 9:00 – 16:00, while residency artists have 24/7 access to the building. We offer a shared studio space for eight artists (95 m2). The studio spaces function as a “home base” for the artists and from there they can work on their creative projects in various facilities and workshops. The Centre has wood-, metal-, ceramic- and print workshops as well as a kitchen, small library, and a concert hall. Residency artists are provided with accommodation in family-size houses situated in the heart of our small village. Each artist has their own private bedroom and shares a kitchen, living room, bathroom, and washroom with the other artists. Internet access, a washing machine, bed linen, and a towel are provided. We offer the Shared Studio for 160.000 ISK (≈1150€ , 1300$) per residency period (short residency is 120,000 ISK – January and December), with everything above included. The residency fee must be paid 12 weeks before arrival. Artists take care of their own expenses for transport, meals, and art supplies. Duration of residency One Residency period or longer. Accommodation Our Residency Artists stay together in two houses. The houses are located in the heart of our small village and are about 3-4 min walking distance from the Centre. The houses each have a garden, bedrooms, large kitchens, a living room, a bathroom, a washroom, and internet access. Each artist has their own private bedroom and shares other facilities with their housemates. Upon arrival, each artist gets a towel and bed linen. We also provide toilet paper, products for house cleaning, and washing machine soap. Artists are expected to clean their accommodation during their stay and upon their departure to deliver the accommodation in orderly state. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance The Residency is multi-disciplinary and open to most creative directions. The Centre is equipped with wood and metal workshops, a ceramic workshop, a printmaking workshop, a kitchen, a recording studio, and a Concert hall. Our staff is at work from 9:00 16:00 on weekdays, while residency artists have 24/7 access to the building. The staff of the Centre assists residency artists with sourcing materials and other things that they might need during their stay. The staff also gives a basic introduction to workshops and facilities, enabling artists to execute their work. Please note that we do not offer a service of a workshop technician that produces artworks for artists. Artists are fully responsible for the execution of their projects.Studio / Workspace We offer a shared studio space (95 m2) for eight artists. The studio spaces function as a “home base” for the artists and from there they can work on their creative projects in various facilities and workshops. The Centre has wood-,, ceramic- and print workshops as well as a kitchen, a small library, and a concert hall. Photos of the spaces are available on our website: www.fishfactory.is where you can also find artist profiles of our alumni.Fees and support We offer the Shared Studio for 160.000 ISK per residency period (short residency is 120,000 ISK – January and December), with everything above included. Artists take care of their own expenses for transport, meals, and art supplies. Expectations towards the artist The purpose of this residency program is to provide artists with the time and space to focus and introspect on their practice on their own terms in a warm collaborative community. Therefore there is no obligation placed on our participating artists to have any kind of artistic output to the broader community. Application information We accept applications throughout the year. To be considered for the Residency, please send us a completed Application Form (available on our website), CV and 5-10 recent work samples to contact@fishfactory.is

´ace (acePIRAR)

3rd Open Call 2026 | ´acePIRAR Artist-in-Residence International Program—Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 Country: Argentina We host 4-weeks Production and 2-weeks micro-Residencies for 2025. Our residencies support contemporary visual art practices and trans-disciplinary projects (including performance art, sound art and curatorial proposals) promoting EXCHANGE, DEBATE, EXPERIMENTATION and COLLABORATIVE WORK. DIFFERENT TYPES OF PRODUCTION RESIDENCIES: 4-weeks | 2-weeks micro-Residency ´ace doesn’t charge for an application fee and all of its residencies have a reduced fee for candidates who are 30 years old and under. Open Call deadline: October 31st, 2025. Duration of residency Production and Exploration residencies: 4 weeks micro-Residency: 2 weeks Palimpsest Project–mural painting residency: 8 days Though these are the usual durations of our programs, other possibilities are available upon conversation if it fits the project proposed by the resident. Accommodation ´ace has two apartments — however, lodging can be arranged with us or independently, according to each resident’s needs. Buenos Aires is a city full of options ranging from inexpensive hostels to a room in a private house or high-end quality hotels. We are located in a multicultural city, one of Latin America’s cultural centers that has a wide offer of visual arts, theatre, cinema and music to experience. The ´ace team will guide you through all sorts of cultural and artistic activities happening in this pulsating Latin American city that hosts great events, such as arteBA (contemporary art fair), FIBA (theatre festival), BAFICI (independent cinema festival), Performance Biennial (performance art), FILBA (literature festival), BAPhoto (photography fair) and many other exhibitions, conferences, festivals and more. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance ´ace hosts residencies for artists, curators and researchers from a wide range of mediums and languages, such as print media, photography, video, performance art, sound art, installation, design as multiple object, digital media, artist books, painting, illustration, textiles, new media and the interweaving between them or with other contemporary art practices. We have a fully equipped workshop for non-toxic print media techniques such as photolithography, engraving, screen printing, woodcut, mokuhanga, mokulito, monotype, algraphy, bookbinding and more. Our workshop has presses, tools and an assistant (available per request) who works in direct contact with our residents to secure safe work methods, permanent feedback during the creative process and active learning through first-hand experience and experimenting. The ´ace team has deep knowledge and expertise in art critique, performance art, installations, print media, and photography, and is available at all stages of the residency period to discuss possible ideas with active residents.Studio / Workspace Residents doing a PRODUCTION RESIDENCY usually make use of The Workshop: a large, quiet space with lots of natural light and equipment to facilitate a variety of traditional and new printing processes, works on papers, monotypes and artists books. In addition, the Políglota Room is a perfect space for performance art, audio-visual installations, lectures, video projections, etc. Residents can also work in The Tower: a silent and luminous studio located on the second floor with an open view, accessible by a spiral staircase. It is ideal to do research, study, write and create in an independent atmosphere. Other studios can be set up according to the project proposal and each resident’s needs. There are also many tools available and a lab for photosensitive print media techniques, as well as video and sound equipments already installed for video projections or audio-visual explorations. Residents in a micro-Residency can use The Workshop, The Tower or the Dialogue Space, where they set up and make the most out of their short but intense stay with us.Fees and support WE DON’T CHARGE ANY APPLICATION FEE. Residencies have a basic fee and residency candidates can select other options. Basic fee covers: studio space; access to equipment; workshop materials (depending on the needs of the project); reviews from a professional team permanently available; pre-production and production assistance; lunchs, refreshments, fruits, snacks and beverages at studio hours; accident insurance at the studio; guidance through the city and its cultural events; public transportation card; professional networking; a profile on ´ace’s website. We also offer residents the chance to pair residents with local artists and/or curators for a collaborative project, should it be wished for or necessary. The residency fee DOES NOT include: travel costs to and from Buenos Aires, travelers’ health insurance, costs of visas (if necessary), per diem and shipping expenses for the produced work (we suggest always to bring the work back with you and not to ship it). Expectations towards the artist Residents at ´ace are expected to work on a specific project proposed by them or to do their own research without a specific outcome in mind — in both cases, presented projects are plausible of evolving through experiences acquired within the residency period, and residents are encouraged to embrace these experiences with an open heart and mind. Residency periods can end with: - an exhibition, though it is not mandatory - artist talks, which are encouraged if residents want to give them - we can also hold open studio instances in which our residents can receive the visit of curators, artists, colleagues and the local public in order to be able to share their work and process with members of the local artistic community Application information Interested candidates can go through all necessary information about our programs as found on this link. Once they’ve received the overview documents describing our programs in detail and selected the one that best suits their needs and expectations, candidates have to start the online application process by filling out the respective online form according to the chosen type of residency. This includes the description of a project or research subject for t stay, plus the submission of the accompanying materials: a full CV and images or video links documenting previous works. We DO NOT accept physical applications, nor applications via email that did not go through our regular application forms.The selection process considers the proposed project or research subject, its relevance to local and international art standards, its feasibility, the availability of the selected dates and how artists from different parts of the world, backgrounds and mediums may interact with each other enriching each other’s processes.

Belgrade Art Studio

Belgrade PETIT Studio Residency WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 Country: Serbia WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS residency at cheaper costs. Belgrade Art Studio presents a new concept – a small studio, PETIT Studio. A flourishing artistic practice requires a commitment to the creative process which often comes with significant sacrifice, financial and otherwise, for even the most commercially successful artists. Belgrade Art Studio offers artist residencies that provide tranquil studio space in the very center of Belgrade, uninterrupted time, and a community of talented creatives. PETIT Studio is a BUDGET STUDIO, perfect for WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS who do small dimensions and do not require a spacious studio. It is giving artists the opportunity to pursue their work free from distractions, outside demands and at cheaper costs. ABOUT PROGRAM BELGRADE ART STUDIO RESIDENCY is a non-profit international art program designed to bring talented artists, creative practitioners, researchers and writers from around the world to experience a unique cultural environment dedicated to art. Selected artists are invited to live and work in specially designed studio for a period up to 3 months. By bringing the creators of art in a unique setting the Program aims to situate art at the very heart of historical Belgrade. ABOUT PETIT Studio PETIT Studio is a BUDGET STUDIO, perfect for WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS who do small dimensions and do not require a spacious studio. PETIT Studio Residency provides the residency at cheaper cost for those who are on a tight budget. Residency in a private fully furnished small apartment which is unique and has character, in Dorcol historic building, built in 1921-23. (approximately 40 square meters, 4.20 m high ceilings). Living in Dorćol has its charms, it could be like living in Kreuzberg in Berlin or Manhattan in NYC. A sense of history, with retro pieces of furniture and original wooden floor, windows, doors and a fully functional kitchen for the self-catering of residents, bathroom, Cable TV, Wifi, washing machine. The space was renovated over the course of a whole year and decorated following an ‘‘eclectic luxury’’ approach that combines vintage design with contemporary art. The space is filled with original art and vintage objects sourced in galleries and antique shops across Serbia and Europe. The result is a very personal, inviting space that skillfully mixes contrasting elements with surprising results. PETIT Studio is a right place for all those who wish to have the concentrated space and time away, to think and explore what can be achieved, and to see what can emerge when in an artistically charged space away from the day-to-day thinking of their norm. Opportunity to liaise with other artists and get their feedback and input; to discuss their art practices and collect insights on different art forms that they have seen and been a part of. To gain a community of artists to further collaborate with and learn from. WHO CAN APPLY Art studio is open year-round, providing artists/writers /curators / creative practitioners/ researchers/scholars/thinkers with much-needed space and time to work on a project of their choice. The applications are reviewed by an art committee whose efforts ensure that a broad range of artistic disciplines, styles, and national origins is represented. The selection process aims to integrate artists and researchers in a spirit of openness and curiosity about creativity in its diverse forms and contexts. FEES / BUDGET STUDIO Each resident is responsible for their own funding, though Belgrade Art Studio can help with this process. Please note that there is only one artist or an artist couple at a time in the residency You can stay from 2weeks up to 3months. For more about eligibility, selection criteria, expectations, application, fees, check out http://belgradeartstudio.com/residency-faq/ APPLICATION PROCEDURE For the application, visit http://belgradeartstudio.com/apply/ NO APPLICATION FEE Deadline Rolling Email info@belgradeartstudio.com belgradeartstudio.com instagram @belgrade_art_studio_residency Duration of residency 2weeks-3months Accommodation private accommodation Disciplines, work equipment and assistance WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERSStudio / Workspace no separate studio spaceFees and support FEES / BUDGET STUDIOEach resident is responsible for their own funding. PETIT Studio Residency provides the residency at cheaper cost for those who are on a tight budget. Expectations towards the artist Our concept is for artists to have the concentrated space and time away, to think and explore what can be achieved, and to see what can emerge when in an artistically charged space away from the day-to-day thinking of their norms. We believe there is great potential in exploring other directions with the opportunity to focus, engage and work.We have no expectations from artists because usually when in Belgrade they get totally different perspective and do something else than planned. If you have specific requests please feel free to include them in your applications. We work closely with many local curators, artists, gallery owners and collectors so this opportunity is limited by time available and might include additional costs. We will do all we can to fulfill your requests and goals while here. Application information APPLICATION PROCEDURE For the application, visit http://belgradeartstudio.com/apply/NO APPLICATION FEEDeadline ROLLING

The Art Department, Paisley Ltd

The Wellspring of 1000 Eyes Entry Deadline: Oct 31, 2026, 11:59:00 PM Eligibility: International Entry Fee: Free to Enter ---Non US States--- Welcome to the Visions of Paisley - 1000 Eyes An exhibition to celebrate one year of The Art Department's new home. An exhibition featuring painted, stained glass and mixed media and photography to celebrate visions of Paisley old and new, inspired by the famous phrase by Benjamin Disraeli "Keep your Eye on Paisley" Inspired by our new home at 9-11 Causeyside St ( a former Argos store) and the Greek God “Argos Panoptes” The earthborn son of Gaia he was a giant with 100 eyes. “And s An exhibition featuring painted, stained glass and mixed media and photography to celebrate visions of Paisley old and new, inspired by the famous phrase by Benjamin Disraeli "Keep your Eye on Paisley" Inspired by our new home at 9-11 Causeyside St ( a former Argos store) and the Greek God “Argos Panoptes” The earthborn son of Gaia he was a giant with 100 eyes. “And set a watcher upon her, great and strong Argos, who with four eyes looks every way. And the goddess stirred in him unwearying strength: sleep never fell upon his eyes; but he kept sure watch always.” His great service to the Olympian pantheon was to slay the chthonic serpent-legged monster Echidna as she slept in her cave. Hera's defining task for Argos was to guard the white heifer Io from Zeus, She required someone who had at least a hundred eyes spread out, always watching in all directions, someone who would stay awake despite being asleep. Argos was meant to be the perfect guardian. Calling all artists! The Art Department, Paisley Ltd is announcing a CALL FOR ENTRIES for THE WELLSPRING OF 1000 EYES. Taking place at The Art Department, Paisley. The show will open on 1st December 2026 and run until 30th January 2027 at our new permanent home and gallery space at 9-11 Causeyside Street, Paisley PA1 1UW. The organisers are looking for entries which includes STAINED GLASS, PAINTED GLASS, TEXTILES, PRINTS, SCULPTURE, MIXED MEDIA , CERAMICS, INSTALLATION, DIGITAL, FILM, VIDEO. Closing date for entries is 31st October 2026. There is NO hanging fee for this show. The project is supported by Renfrewshire Council's Culture, Heritage & Events Fund. Artists can submit a maximum of SIX art works. All submissions must be made online via this site. Sales proceeds benefit the charity and contribute to organisation, hanging and marketing costs. Sales Commission is 30% with VAT @ 20% on the sales commission element only. Remittance to artists will be by 31st March 2027 Please note we expect the majority of work submitted to be for sale. Key Dates - Call for Entries CLOSES 31ST OCTOBER 2026 - Artists Notification 8th November 2026 - Hand-in of artwork 16th-30th November 2026 - Exhibition Opening 1st December 2026 - Show ends 30th January 2027 - Exhibition Opening Hours Mon-Sat 9.30am-4pm - Hand-Back 1-6th February 2027 - Remittance of sales by 31st March 2027 Any enquiries should be directed to The Art Department, Paisley team as the main exhibition organisers. The Art Department, Paisley Ltd 9-11 Causeyside Street, PAISLEY PA1 1UW Tel 0141 847 1122 (office hours Tue-Sat 10am-4pm (closed Sun/Mon) Email contact@art-department.org PROJECT THEMES Participants are invited to respond these broad themes Vintage Paisley - any photograph or artwork that captures images of Paisley's past or present. The Eyes are the Windows to the Soul THE IRIS OF THE EYE & VISIONS OF THE COSMOS FURTHER READING: Eyes in Art: A History of Representation and Symbolism - Kickstand ProjectThe All-Seeing Eye: Exploring the Symbolism of Eyes in Art Through the Ages — Human in Design™ The Eye as Art: Anatomy and Vision in the 18th Century - Dittrick Medical History Center Decoding Symbolism: The Eye's Hidden Meaning In Art Explained | CyPaint

Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers (AWFS)

Design-it-Digital 2026 Entry Deadline: Nov 1, 2026, 11:59:00 PM Eligibility: International Entry Fee: Free to Enter California Design-it-Digital 2026 Summary Design-it-Digital is an online student design competition owned and operated by the Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers® (AWFS®). Students are presented with a hypothetical scenario in which a client is asking for a specific piece of wood furniture and/or case goods with certain constraints given. Students design their solution using CAD and rendering software. This contest introduces students to challenges that designers face when making real-wo Design-it-Digital is an online student design competition owned and operated by the Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers® (AWFS®). Students are presented with a hypothetical scenario in which a client is asking for a specific piece of wood furniture and/or case goods with certain constraints given. Students design their solution using CAD and rendering software. This contest introduces students to challenges that designers face when making real-world wood products. It also highlights the use of CAD software in the wood industry and provides an opportunity for companies to get involved with students and schools. AWFS®’ focus is to engage the next generation into thinking about the many career opportunities available in the wood industry. Mission Promote awareness of the wood industry to students currently pursuing careers in other industries. Promote awareness of career jobs in the industry related to CAD, design, engineering, and more. Support recruiting of new talent for the wood industry. Foster interaction between industry members and education (students, teachers, and schools). User Entry Process Tutorial A quick tutorial you can watch to help understand the submission process. Competitor Eligibility Open to middle/high school (grades 6-12) and post-secondary students from the United States and Canada. Middle School, High School, and Post-Secondary students are all judged separately. No minimum age. Maximum age 35 years old as of December 31st, 2026. Full-time, degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking students. Must be enrolled in an accredited middle school, high school, or post-secondary program focused on: Woodworking, architecture, design, engineering, or related area. Part-time, degree or certificate-seeking students in an accredited post-secondary program. Students must be transitioning into a related career/field: Woodworking, architecture, design, engineering, or similar area. Students must have support of an instructor at their school to enter. Those that make their living (or substantial income) in a related career path are not eligible. Schools must register online before students may submit their entries. All submissions must be in English. Students and teachers must sign a release form and submit to verify the entry is the student’s work.

Aviário Studio

Aviário Studio Intaglio Printmaking Residency 2027 Deadline: 05 Nov 2026 Country: Portugal An art residency provides the technical conditions, time, and space to develop ideas and try new approaches. It is a moment that promotes connection between artists from different backgrounds and consequently the exchange of knowledge and experiences. Aviário Studio Intaglio Printmaking Residency aims to promote the exploration and production in the Printmaking field with the focus on the intaglio techniques – drypoint, etching, aquatint, soft-ground etching, soap ground, mezzotint, carborundum, collagraph, solar plates, … We offer the conditions to test possibilities and materialize ideas. On one hand, it can be a moment of transition, more connected to experimentation and research; on the other hand, it can be the point of consolidation of a project translated into the production of a new body of work. Specific Equipments available: – Cutting Table 240 x 140 cm/94,49 x 55,12 in – Paper Guillotine 80 cm/31,5 in – Metal Guillotine 100 cm/39,37 in – Polymetaal Press 260 x 140 cm/102,36 x 55,12 in – Reig Press 100 x 60 cm/39,37 x 23,62 in – UV Light Exposure Unit 150 x 120 cm/59,06 x 47,24 n -Hot table 50 X 35 CM – Glass tables for inking -Light table Duration of residency The duration of the residency can be 2 weeks up till 6 months. Accommodation You are free to decide if you want to stay at Aviário Studio’s accommodations or search for a place on your own. Aviário Studio has a guest house in the center of Ferreira do Zêzere and 2 km away from the studio (20min walk). If you decide to stay at Aviário Studio’s accommodations, you will be living in a shared house. The house is on the ground floor, and has one living room, an equipped kitchen, one bathroom, one toilet, three bedrooms, and outside space. There is free wi-fi at the house. All residents are responsible for their own bed-making, and for maintaining a clean and quiet house environment. We advise you to rent a car, especially if you want to enjoy what the region has to offer, because public transports here are limited or non-existent. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance BOOK BINDING Krause Book Binding Press 56 x 75 cm – 22,05 x 29,53 in Cutting Table 240 x 140 cm – 94,49 x 55,12 in Paper Guillotine 80 cm – 31,5 in Sewing Machine PRINTMAKING Polymetaal Press 260 x 140 cm – 102,36 x 55,12 in Reig Press 100 x 60 cm – 39,37 x 23,62 in Paper Soaking Sink Glass Inking Tables Hot Table 50 x 35 cm DIGITAL Wi-fi Printer/Scanner A4 -A3 Vinyl and Paper Cutting Plotter 120 cm/47,24 in 27’’ monitors SCREEN PRINTING UV Light Exposure Unit 150 x 120 cm – 59,06 x 47,24 in 2 Drying Racks Screen Printing Tables Vacuum Printing Tables DIGITAL VIDEO AND PHOTOGRAPHY Video and digital CameraPhotography 35mm analog photography camera Light Set 35 and 56mm Black and White Enlargers Dark Room (Black and White) PAINTING & DRAWING Individual spaces Easels Wood board for paper and fabric PAINTING Painting Booth Air Compressor 200 L WOOD Band Saw 20 cm Wood Sanding Machine Circular Saw Router Bench Drill Press (Stationary Jig Saw) Scroll Saw Woodworking Lathe Stationary Planner Miter Saw METAL Welding Machine Metal Miter Saw Cutting Bending Press 90º Brake Machine 100 cm/39,37 in (Slip Roll Machine) Plasma Cutter Bench Drill Press Horizontal Drill Press Bench Grinder Metal Guillotine 100 cm/39,37 in PLASTIC Bench Saw Foam Cutter Vinyl Cutter Hot Air Gun CERAMICS Electric Kiln 220L (1260º) Electric Kiln 160L (1050º) 3 Electrical Pottery Wheels. At the studio there will always be at least one person to assist and advise artists about techniques, equipment, materials and suppliers. Project discussion at the beginning of the residency and a final discussion/open studio at the end. Complementary assistance or training can be booked and has the cost of 20€ per hour.Studio / Workspace Aviário Studio is a creative playground in the countryside, right in the middle of Portugal. The building is a renovated aviary immersed in nature and just 2 km/1,24 mi away from Ferreira do Zêzere town, and 6 km/3,73 mi away from the river Zêzere. The studios are a set of workshops, with common spaces and individual workspaces: – 1 common area with kitchen and 3 toilets (one adapted for people with reduced mobility) – 1 room for the development of projects with irregular dimensions and/or materials – 4 workshops: 2 are equipped to work image: screen printing, printmaking, digital work, drawing and bookbinding 2 are equipped to work object: wood, metal and ceramics – large area of outside spaceFees and support Residency Fee includes :  – accommodation in a shared house,  – studio access during opening hours (Mon.-Fri. from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)  -access to the workshops and equipment according to each participant experience  – project discussion     2 weeks – 600 €, 3 weeks – 900 €, 4 weeks – 1200 €, 5 weeks – 1500 €, 6 weeks – 1800 €  Materials and meals not included.  We will give you a precise quotation for your residency after your application.  Studio Support (training or assistance) is 20€ per hour.  At the moment we do not have any grant available, but we encourage artists to apply for external financial support. Expectations towards the artist Optional: Exhibition, Donation of an art piece to Aviário Studio’s Collection, Workshop, Open Studio, Public Talk, Other. Application information Online Applications. No application fees.  Application Requirements:  Artists have to make sure when applying that they are able to cover the costs of the Residency fee, travel, materials and food.Artists must be over 21 years old at the time of their arrival.   Send the following information to aviariostudio@gmail.com  – Full Name  – Email Address  – Phone Number  – Nationality  – Birth Date  – Check-in and check-out dates (for us to confirm availability)  – Accommodation: Would you like to stay at Aviário Studio House? Will you bring a partner?  – Choose your residency: Self-directed Residency, Guided Art Residency or Assisted Production Residency  – Brief description of your project   -Online portfolio or 5-6 pictures of your work

Belgrade Art Studio

Belgrade PETIT Studio Residency WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS Deadline: 06 Nov 2026 Country: Serbia WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS residency at cheaper costs. Belgrade Art Studio presents a new concept – a small studio, PETIT Studio. A flourishing artistic practice requires a commitment to the creative process which often comes with significant sacrifice, financial and otherwise, for even the most commercially successful artists. Belgrade Art Studio offers artist residencies that provide tranquil studio space in the very center of Belgrade, uninterrupted time, and a community of talented creatives. PETIT Studio is a BUDGET STUDIO, perfect for WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS who do small dimensions and do not require a spacious studio. It is giving artists the opportunity to pursue their work free from distractions, outside demands and at cheaper costs. ABOUT PROGRAM BELGRADE ART STUDIO RESIDENCY is a non-profit international art program designed to bring talented artists, creative practitioners, researchers and writers from around the world to experience a unique cultural environment dedicated to art. Selected artists are invited to live and work in specially designed studio for a period up to 3 months. By bringing the creators of art in a unique setting the Program aims to situate art at the very heart of historical Belgrade. ABOUT PETIT Studio PETIT Studio is a BUDGET STUDIO, perfect for WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS who do small dimensions and do not require a spacious studio. PETIT Studio Residency provides the residency at cheaper cost for those who are on a tight budget. Residency in a private fully furnished small apartment which is unique and has character, in Dorcol historic building, built in 1921-23. (approximately 40 square meters, 4.20 m high ceilings). Living in Dorćol has its charms, it could be like living in Kreuzberg in Berlin or Manhattan in NYC. A sense of history, with retro pieces of furniture and original wooden floor, windows, doors and a fully functional kitchen for the self-catering of residents, bathroom, Cable TV, Wifi, washing machine. The space was renovated over the course of a whole year and decorated following an ‘‘eclectic luxury’’ approach that combines vintage design with contemporary art. The space is filled with original art and vintage objects sourced in galleries and antique shops across Serbia and Europe. The result is a very personal, inviting space that skillfully mixes contrasting elements with surprising results. PETIT Studio is a right place for all those who wish to have the concentrated space and time away, to think and explore what can be achieved, and to see what can emerge when in an artistically charged space away from the day-to-day thinking of their norm. Opportunity to liaise with other artists and get their feedback and input; to discuss their art practices and collect insights on different art forms that they have seen and been a part of. To gain a community of artists to further collaborate with and learn from. WHO CAN APPLY Art studio is open year-round, providing artists/writers /curators / creative practitioners/ researchers/scholars/thinkers with much-needed space and time to work on a project of their choice. The applications are reviewed by an art committee whose efforts ensure that a broad range of artistic disciplines, styles, and national origins is represented. The selection process aims to integrate artists and researchers in a spirit of openness and curiosity about creativity in its diverse forms and contexts. FEES / BUDGET STUDIO Each resident is responsible for their own funding, though Belgrade Art Studio can help with this process. Please note that there is only one artist or an artist couple at a time in the residency You can stay from 2weeks up to 3months. For more about eligibility, selection criteria, expectations, application, fees, check out http://belgradeartstudio.com/residency-faq/ APPLICATION PROCEDURE For the application, visit http://belgradeartstudio.com/apply/ NO APPLICATION FEE Deadline Rolling Email info@belgradeartstudio.com belgradeartstudio.com instagram @belgrade_art_studio_residency Duration of residency 2weeks-3months Accommodation private accommodation Disciplines, work equipment and assistance WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERSStudio / Workspace no separate studio spaceFees and support FEES / BUDGET STUDIOEach resident is responsible for their own funding. PETIT Studio Residency provides the residency at cheaper cost for those who are on a tight budget. Expectations towards the artist Our concept is for artists to have the concentrated space and time away, to think and explore what can be achieved, and to see what can emerge when in an artistically charged space away from the day-to-day thinking of their norms. We believe there is great potential in exploring other directions with the opportunity to focus, engage and work.We have no expectations from artists because usually when in Belgrade they get totally different perspective and do something else than planned. If you have specific requests please feel free to include them in your applications. We work closely with many local curators, artists, gallery owners and collectors so this opportunity is limited by time available and might include additional costs. We will do all we can to fulfill your requests and goals while here. Application information APPLICATION PROCEDURE For the application, visit http://belgradeartstudio.com/apply/ NO APPLICATION FEE Deadline ROLLING

Sankofa Art Residency

2027 Sankofa Cohort 1- DENVER CO Deadline: 07 Nov 2026 Country: United States The Sankofa Art Residency is a 6‑week hybrid creative incubator designed for artists seeking renewal, cultural grounding, and transformative community. Rooted in the West African principle of Sankofa (the practice of returning to the past to reclaim what was forgotten) the residency invites artists to explore personal and ancestral narratives while developing new work within a supportive global cohort. Program Experience Over the first five weeks, artists participate in a rich virtual curriculum that blends reflection, experimentation, and embodied creative practice. Each cohort engages in: Virtual Workshops led by multidisciplinary facilitators Cohort Circles focused on grounding, storytelling, and collective care Artist Talks with global creators Studio Prompts that encourage exploration across mediums The residency culminates in an in‑person overnight graduation ceremony February 13-14,2027 in Denver, Colorada, USA, where artists gather to honor their growth, share work, and participate in communal ritual. Program Cost Full Residency Tuition: $1,000 Payment is due within 48 hours of receiving your acceptance email. Your space is not guaranteed until payment—or the first installment of a payment plan—is received. Payment plans are available at adjusted rates for applicants who prefer to pay in installments. Refund Policy All fees and installments are 100% nonrefundable. This includes withdrawal, schedule conflicts, emergencies, travel issues, or inability to attend the in‑person graduation ceremony. Duration of residency online duration: 5 weeks in person duration: Feb 13-14 in Denver, CO Accommodation The Sankofa Residency culminates in an overnight, in‑person graduation ceremony held at a private location in Denver, Colorado (USA) exclusively for the cohort. While the 5‑week virtual portion is completed from each artist’s home studio, the final in‑person gathering provides a restorative, communal environment designed for reflection, celebration, and creative closure. Artists stay in shared accommodations arranged by the residency for the duration of the overnight ceremony. The space is intentionally intimate to support connection, ritual, and cohort bonding. All participants receive: Round‑trip transportation from Denver International Airport to the accommodations Shared lodging for the overnight ceremony Communal meals prepared for the cohort Ceremonial gifts honoring each artist’s creative journey Access to all closing rituals, workshops, and celebration activities The accommodation and ceremony space are reserved exclusively for Sankofa participants, ensuring privacy, safety, and a deeply immersive experience. The environment is designed to feel like a creative retreat, offering artists a moment of grounding and collective transformation before returning to their individual practices. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance OPEN TO ALL DISCPLININESStudio / Workspace The Sankofa Residency is structured as a hybrid creative incubator that allows artists to work from the comfort and intimacy of their own personal studios while remaining deeply connected to a structured, global cohort. Throughout the five‑week virtual phase, artists create from their home workspaces as they develop new projects, respond to weekly prompts, and engage in guided creative practices that support both experimentation and reflection. This model honors the rhythms of each artist’s personal environment while still offering the accountability, mentorship, and communal energy of a shared residency experience. All virtual programming takes place on Microsoft Teams, which serves as the residency’s central creative hub. Within this digital studio, artists participate in weekly live sessions—including workshops, critiques, artist circles, guest talks, and creative business development—while also accessing shared workspaces for posting works‑in‑progress, exchanging feedback, and collaborating across time zones through both synchronous and asynchronous engagement. The sixth week brings the cohort together in Denver for an in‑person overnight graduation ceremony held in a private, retreat‑style space reserved exclusively for residents. Although not a traditional studio, this environment functions as a communal creative container where artists engage in reflective practices, ritual‑based creative exercises, group sharing, ceremony preparation, and documentation of their works‑in‑progress. Designed to be intimate and restorative, the in‑person gathering supports closure, integration, and celebration of the work cultivated during the virtual phase, offering a meaningful transition from individual creation to collective witnessing.Fees and support The Sankofa Art Residency is committed to remaining accessible and transparent in its financial structure. There is no application fee, and artists may apply from anywhere in the world at no cost. Accepted artists pay a flat residency fee of $1,000, which covers the full 6‑week hybrid program, including all virtual workshops, artist circles, professional development sessions, and access to the Microsoft Teams creative hub. The fee also includes the in‑person overnight graduation ceremony in Atlanta, Georgia, along with round‑trip transportation between Hartsfield‑Jackson Atlanta International Airport and the accommodations, communal meals, and ceremonial gifts prepared for each participant. Sankofa provides all required creative materials for the residency, ensuring that artists can fully engage with the thematic explorations and ritual‑based practices without needing to purchase additional supplies. While the residency does not currently offer internal scholarships, we provide letters of support, guidance on external micro‑grants, and flexible payment options to help artists secure outside funding if needed. The program is intentionally designed to be high‑impact and low‑barrier, supporting artists from diverse backgrounds in accessing a transformative creative experience. Expectations towards the artist The Sankofa Art Residency invites artists into a supportive, exploratory, and low‑pressure creative environment rooted in the values of play, experimentation, and intuitive creation. Artists are encouraged to attend the weekly virtual sessions on Microsoft Teams, participate in cohort discussions and reflective practices, and engage with creative prompts that inspire curiosity and risk‑taking. Throughout the program, artists are invited to share works‑in‑progress in a spirit of openness and exploration, maintaining a generous and collaborative mindset as they experiment with new materials, ideas, or processes. There is no requirement to complete a finished artwork during the residency; participants may develop new work or continue ongoing projects at their own pace. All artists are also invited to contribute one work or work‑in‑progress created during the residency to a dedicated exhibition in the Sankofa Virtual Gallery. This exhibition serves as a living archive of the cohort’s creative journey, a global showcase of the residency’s impact, and a portfolio‑building opportunity for participating artists. While participation in the virtual exhibition is strongly encouraged, artists have full freedom in choosing the form, medium, and level of completion of the work they submit, with an emphasis on authenticity and creative evolution rather than perfection. Public engagement is optional within the residency. Artists may choose to participate in an optional virtual artist talk, share works‑in‑progress during cohort sessions, or offer a creative reflection during the closing ceremony. These opportunities are intentionally gentle and non‑performative, allowing artists to share only what feels aligned with their process. Artists are expected to attend the in‑person overnight graduation ceremony in Denver, Colorado, which includes a private cohort circle, communal meals, and a closing celebration honoring each artist’s journey. This gathering is considered a core component of the residency experience and serves as the ceremonial culmination of the six‑week program. Application information Artists can apply to the Sankofa Art Residency through our online application form: Application Link: https://forms.gle/3VHwvmKrL1Ar9zs58 Follow for updates: Residency Instagram: @WLF.SAR Nonprofit Instagram: @WLF.LTD

Sixi Museum

SIXI AiR OPEN CALL 2027 SPRING & AUTUMN Deadline: 15 Nov 2026 Country: China [About SIXI AiR] Sixi Museum is a non-profit art institution that integrates the functions of collection, exhibition, academic research and public education in Nanjing, China.  Launched in 2024 to support emerging artists, the Sixi International Artist-in-Residence Project is committed to facilitating exchanges between artists from different backgrounds and helping them achieve creative breakthroughs and personal growth in their creative work. The Sixi AiR program welcomes applications from artists of all disciplines and cultural backgrounds. Capable of accommodating two artists concurrently, the program provides living and studio spaces, staff assistance, and financial support for production based on the specific characteristics of each project, catering to diverse creative and research needs. Nanjing is a distinctive Chinese city that combines traditional and contemporary culture, where contemporary art is vibrant in the midst of its rich history. As one of the few local art residency programmes, the Sixi AiR Project hopes to provide artists with the opportunity to engage in dialogue with the city. We are dedicated to help the artists to engage with the local art scene, encouraging cultural research, experimentation, and exhibitions grounded in both cross-cultural and local contexts. Sixi International Artist-in-Residence Project is recruiting 4 artists for a three-month residency in Nanjing, China, scheduled for the spring and autumn of 2027. This open call features two themes. Applications may address either theme. 1. Flux and Imprints: Contemporary Echoes of Migration History This theme focuses on cross-regional mobility, cultural reconstruction, and memory. We welcome research and artistic projects that explore topics such as the family histories of overseas Chinese, the legacy of colonialism in Asia, and identity formation within global geopolitical frameworks. Artists are encouraged to examine the tension between historical archives, oral histories, personal memories, and grand narratives, redefining these historical imprints within a contemporary context. 2. Folds of Text: Cross-Media Intertextuality and Intervention This theme conceptualizes “text” as a fluid, dynamic medium extending far beyond literal signs. We invite interdisciplinary explorations that span literature, linguistics, music/sound, and the visual arts. By deconstructing, rearranging, or translating varied medium languages, artists are expected to break traditional boundaries, uncovering hidden narrative possibilities and sensory experiences within the “folds of text”. Duration of residency Three months for each residency. For both 2027 Spring (March – May) and 2027 Autumn ( September – November) Application Deadline: 15 November, 2026 (GMT+8 / Beijing Time)   *The specific dates of the residency will be finalized based on the selected artists’ preferences and the schedule of Sixi Residency Project. Accommodation One private studio or private apartment. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance The Sixi AiR program welcomes applications from artists of all disciplines and cultural backgrounds. Capable of accommodating two artists concurrently, the program provides living and studio spaces, staff assistance, and financial support for production based on the specific characteristics of each project, catering to diverse creative and research needs.Fees and support Sixi AiR Project runs on a non-profit basis, and will cover fees of Visa application Travel expenses (Round-trip flights) Insurance for the duration of the stay Accommodation (one private apartment or one private loft studio) Residency personnel assistance Technical assistance Material allowance   *Personnel assistance including airport pickup, a welcome packet (local maps, sim card, etc.), orientation, welcome dinner, translation (English-Mandarin), project liaison, facility assistance, notification of local art events, etc. Working languages at Sixi Residency will be Chinese Mandarin and English. Expectations towards the artist During the residency period, residents should participate in events including artist talk, workshop and open studio. At the end of each residency, Sixi AiR Project expects for tangible and presentable outcome and residents have the opportunity to have an exhibition at the end. The artist is expected to donate a selection of the artworks created during the residency to Sixi Museum. Application information [Application Guidelines] Artists from all disciplines are welcome to apply. Please refer to the themes of this open call when submitting your application. Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of applying, fully capable of completing the entire residency program; there are no restrictions on nationality. Sufficient Chinese Mandarin or English language skills in speaking and writing for research and communication. The application addresses one of the two themes listed above; the applicant demonstrates a compelling rationale for the residency, a concrete residency plan, and the capability to execute the project. Artists are requested to send following documentations in English (and in Chinese if possible). CV with profile photo. The authenticity and integrity of personal information must be guaranteed. Artist Portfolio. Should include artistic experiences, representative works and projects, professional characteristics, etc. Residency Proposal. Should include motivation of application, envisions of the residency, preliminary draft of the residency plan, the overall concept, potential demands of materials and equipment, wished residency period, preference for apartment or studio space, etc. International artists should allow sufficient time for visa processing at the time of application, usually at least 2-3 months in advance. Upon receipt of an application, documents will be assessed by Sixi AiR Committee. A video interview may be conducted if necessary. Applicants will receive a final response no later than mid-February 2027. Please package all application documentations into one PDF or ZIP file and send it to info@siximuseum.com, and indicate “Residency Application” in your email subject line. Please note that application materials that do not meet the specified requirements will not be reviewed. For questions, please contact info@siximuseum.com, and indicate “Residency Inquiry” in your email subject line.

Belgrade Art Studio

Belgrade PETIT Studio Residency WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS Deadline: 16 Nov 2026 Country: Serbia WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS residency at cheaper costs. Belgrade Art Studio presents a new concept – a small studio, PETIT Studio. A flourishing artistic practice requires a commitment to the creative process which often comes with significant sacrifice, financial and otherwise, for even the most commercially successful artists. Belgrade Art Studio offers artist residencies that provide tranquil studio space in the very center of Belgrade, uninterrupted time, and a community of talented creatives. PETIT Studio is a BUDGET STUDIO, perfect for WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS who do small dimensions and do not require a spacious studio. It is giving artists the opportunity to pursue their work free from distractions, outside demands and at cheaper costs. ABOUT PROGRAM BELGRADE ART STUDIO RESIDENCY is a non-profit international art program designed to bring talented artists, creative practitioners, researchers and writers from around the world to experience a unique cultural environment dedicated to art. Selected artists are invited to live and work in specially designed studio for a period up to 3 months. By bringing the creators of art in a unique setting the Program aims to situate art at the very heart of historical Belgrade. ABOUT PETIT Studio PETIT Studio is a BUDGET STUDIO, perfect for WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS who do small dimensions and do not require a spacious studio. PETIT Studio Residency provides the residency at cheaper cost for those who are on a tight budget. Residency in a private fully furnished small apartment which is unique and has character, in Dorcol historic building, built in 1921-23. (approximately 40 square meters, 4.20 m high ceilings). Living in Dorćol has its charms, it could be like living in Kreuzberg in Berlin or Manhattan in NYC. A sense of history, with retro pieces of furniture and original wooden floor, windows, doors and a fully functional kitchen for the self-catering of residents, bathroom, Cable TV, Wifi, washing machine. The space was renovated over the course of a whole year and decorated following an ‘‘eclectic luxury’’ approach that combines vintage design with contemporary art. The space is filled with original art and vintage objects sourced in galleries and antique shops across Serbia and Europe. The result is a very personal, inviting space that skillfully mixes contrasting elements with surprising results. PETIT Studio is a right place for all those who wish to have the concentrated space and time away, to think and explore what can be achieved, and to see what can emerge when in an artistically charged space away from the day-to-day thinking of their norm. Opportunity to liaise with other artists and get their feedback and input; to discuss their art practices and collect insights on different art forms that they have seen and been a part of. To gain a community of artists to further collaborate with and learn from. WHO CAN APPLY Art studio is open year-round, providing artists/writers /curators / creative practitioners/ researchers/scholars/thinkers with much-needed space and time to work on a project of their choice. The applications are reviewed by an art committee whose efforts ensure that a broad range of artistic disciplines, styles, and national origins is represented. The selection process aims to integrate artists and researchers in a spirit of openness and curiosity about creativity in its diverse forms and contexts. FEES / BUDGET STUDIO Each resident is responsible for their own funding, though Belgrade Art Studio can help with this process. Please note that there is only one artist or an artist couple at a time in the residency You can stay from 2weeks up to 3months. For more about eligibility, selection criteria, expectations, application, fees, check out http://belgradeartstudio.com/residency-faq/ APPLICATION PROCEDURE For the application, visit http://belgradeartstudio.com/apply/ NO APPLICATION FEE Deadline Rolling Email info@belgradeartstudio.com belgradeartstudio.com instagram @belgrade_art_studio_residency Duration of residency 2weeks-3months Accommodation private accommodation Disciplines, work equipment and assistance WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERSStudio / Workspace no separate studio spaceFees and support FEES / BUDGET STUDIOEach resident is responsible for their own funding. PETIT Studio Residency provides the residency at cheaper cost for those who are on a tight budget. Expectations towards the artist Our concept is for artists to have the concentrated space and time away, to think and explore what can be achieved, and to see what can emerge when in an artistically charged space away from the day-to-day thinking of their norms. We believe there is great potential in exploring other directions with the opportunity to focus, engage and work.We have no expectations from artists because usually when in Belgrade they get totally different perspective and do something else than planned. If you have specific requests please feel free to include them in your applications. We work closely with many local curators, artists, gallery owners and collectors so this opportunity is limited by time available and might include additional costs. We will do all we can to fulfill your requests and goals while here. Application information APPLICATION PROCEDURE For the application, visit http://belgradeartstudio.com/apply/ NO APPLICATION FEE Deadline ROLLING

MERZ

MERZ three-six month residencies Deadline: 25 Nov 2026 Country: United Kingdom Several international artists in residence at MERZ in South West Scotland have been able to continue their employment via the Internet. These artists have stayed well beyond the one month of the standard residency option. This Open Call explores the possibility for artists, writers and architects who would like a longer residency, to work on a substantial body of work to exhibit at MERZ or to publish and – as appropriate – to be involved in a fuller film record of working and research during their stay. Click on the photos on https://www.merz.gallery/news to see some recent films of artists exhibiting and in residence … For residencies of three months or more MERZ is able to offer a reduction in the monthly rental fee with further negotiation with contribution in kind to our educational or other work locally or in Scotland. Contact hello@merz.gallery if you’d like to explore an extended self catering residency of three or more months in one or other of our micro homes. See https://www.merz.gallery/residencies/ for details and the current monthly pricing. Duration of residency Three months or longer Accommodation MERZ accommodation is self-catering across three buildings, suitable for single occupancy, a couple sharing or at no 5 with individual rooms. Artists are not invited to share housing unless coming as a group of two or a maximum of three. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance MERZ supports artists, writers and architects and subject to negotiation provides equipment and appropriate work settings including studios.Studio / Workspace The Museum of Model Art and MERZ gallery serve as studios/workspaces until the artists in residency exhibit. In addition no 5 has a ground floor studio and MoMA has the adjacent ZIP studio suitable for messier activities. The grounds of MERZ and MoMA offer outdoor work opportunities. All buildings have fast WiFi and TV reception.Fees and support The current monthly fee for accommodation is subject to negotiation for stays of three months or longer …. Expectations towards the artist The artist, writer or architect is not obliged to exhibit, to give talks, or engage with the community artists or to be filmed. But … the exhibition, promotion, possible catalogue and film are part of the unique MERZ proposition. And … of course the time spent on creative activity will vary depending on time allocated to income generation. Longer stay artists have used the opportunity at MERZ to change direction, consolidate their practice and to complete novels and children’s books. Application information An email with CV and a rough plan to which MERZ will suggest a Zoom chat to see how best we might help you fulfil your aspirations on an extended residency.

Aviário Studio

Aviário Studio Ceramics Residency – Winter and Spring 2027 Deadline: 26 Nov 2026 Country: Portugal An art residency provides the technical conditions, time, and space to develop ideas and try new approaches. It is a moment that promotes connection between artists from different backgrounds and consequently the exchange of knowledge and experiences. Aviário Studio Art Residency aims to promote exploration and production in the Visual Arts. Artists can develop projects using a medium or a combination of technologies. Aviário Studio is an artist-run space with workshops equipped to develop projects on Printmaking, Ceramics, Wood, Metal, Sculpture, Installation, Drawing, Painting, Photography and Bookbinding. The program is customized according to the participating artist’s goals regarding duration, outcome and focus. We offer the conditions to test possibilities and materialize ideas. On one hand, it can be a moment of transition, more connected to experimentation and research; on the other hand, it can be the point of consolidation of a project translated into the production of a new body of work. Duration of residency The duration of the residency can be 2 weeks up till 6 months. Accommodation You are free to decide if you want to stay at Aviário Studio’s accommodations or search for a place on your own. Aviário Studio has a guest house in the center of Ferreira do Zêzere and 2 km away from the studio (20min walk). If you decide to stay at Aviário Studio’s accommodations, you will be living in a shared house. The house is on the ground floor, and has one living room, an equipped kitchen, one bathroom, one toilet, three bedrooms, and outside space. There is free wi-fi at the house. All residents are responsible for their own bed-making, and for maintaining a clean and quiet house environment. We advise you to rent a car, especially if you want to enjoy what the region has to offer, because public transports here are limited or non-existent. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance BOOK BINDING Krause Book Binding Press 56 x 75 cm – 22,05 x 29,53 in Cutting Table 240 x 140 cm – 94,49 x 55,12 in Paper Guillotine 80 cm – 31,5 in Sewing Machine PRINTMAKING Polymetaal Press 260 x 140 cm – 102,36 x 55,12 in Reig Press 100 x 60 cm – 39,37 x 23,62 in Paper Soaking Sink Glass Inking Tables Hot Table 50 x 35 cm DIGITAL Wi-fi Printer/Scanner A4 -A3 Vinyl and Paper Cutting Plotter 120 cm/47,24 in 27’’ monitors SCREEN PRINTING UV Light Exposure Unit 150 x 120 cm – 59,06 x 47,24 in 2 Drying Racks Screen Printing Tables Vacuum Printing Tables DIGITAL VIDEO AND PHOTOGRAPHY Video and digital CameraPhotography 35mm analog photography camera Light Set 35 and 56mm Black and White Enlargers Dark Room (Black and White) PAINTING & DRAWING Individual spaces Easels Wood board for paper and fabric PAINTING Painting Booth Air Compressor 200 L WOOD Band Saw 20 cm Wood Sanding Machine Circular Saw Router Bench Drill Press (Stationary Jig Saw) Scroll Saw Woodworking Lathe Stationary Planner Miter Saw METAL Welding Machine Metal Miter Saw Cutting Bending Press 90º Brake Machine 100 cm/39,37 in (Slip Roll Machine) Plasma Cutter Bench Drill Press Horizontal Drill Press Bench Grinder Metal Guillotine 100 cm/39,37 in PLASTIC Bench Saw Foam Cutter Vinyl Cutter Hot Air Gun CERAMICS Electric Kiln 220L (1260º) Electric Kiln 160L (1050º) 3 Electrical Pottery Wheels. At the studio there will always be at least one person to assist and advise artists about techniques, equipment, materials and suppliers. Project discussion at the beginning of the residency and a final discussion/open studio at the end. Complementary assistance or training can be booked and has the cost of 20€ per hour.Studio / Workspace Aviário Studio is a creative playground in the countryside, right in the middle of Portugal. The building is a renovated aviary immersed in nature and just 2 km/1,24 mi away from Ferreira do Zêzere town, and 6 km/3,73 mi away from the river Zêzere. The studios are a set of workshops, with common spaces and individual workspaces: – 1 common area with kitchen and 3 toilets (one adapted for people with reduced mobility)– 1 room for the development of projects with irregular dimensions and/or materials– 4 workshops: 2 are equipped to work image: screen printing, printmaking, digital work, drawing and bookbinding2 are equipped to work object: wood, metal and ceramics– large area of outside space.Fees and support Residency Fee includes : – accommodation in a shared house, – studio access during opening hours (Mon.-Fri. from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) -access to the workshops and equipment according to each participant experience – project discussion   2 weeks – 600 €, 3 weeks – 900 €, 4 weeks – 1200 €, 5 weeks – 1500 €, 6 weeks – 1800 €   Materials and meals not included. We will give you a precise quotation for your residency after your application. Studio Support (training or assistance) is 20€ per hour.   At the moment we do not have any grant available, but we encourage artists to apply for external financial support. Expectations towards the artist Optional: Exhibition, Donation of an art piece, Workshop, Open Studio, Public Talk, Other Application information Online Applications. No application fees. Application Requirements: Artists have to make sure when applying that they are able to cover the costs of the Residency fee, travel, materials and food.Artists must be over 21 years old at the time of their arrival. Send the following information to aviariostudio@gmail.com – Full Name – Email Address – Phone Number – Nationality – Birth Date – Check-in and check-out dates (for us to confirm availability) – Accommodation: Would you like to stay at Aviário Studio House? Will you bring a partner? – Choose your residency: Self-directed Residency, Guided Art Residency or Assisted Production Residency – Brief description of your project -Online portfolio or 5-6 pictures of your work

Belgrade Art Studio

Belgrade PETIT Studio Residency WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS Deadline: 28 Nov 2026 Country: Serbia WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS residency at cheaper costs. Belgrade Art Studio presents a new concept – a small studio, PETIT Studio. A flourishing artistic practice requires a commitment to the creative process which often comes with significant sacrifice, financial and otherwise, for even the most commercially successful artists. Belgrade Art Studio offers artist residencies that provide tranquil studio space in the very center of Belgrade, uninterrupted time, and a community of talented creatives. PETIT Studio is a BUDGET STUDIO, perfect for WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS who do small dimensions and do not require a spacious studio. It is giving artists the opportunity to pursue their work free from distractions, outside demands and at cheaper costs. ABOUT PROGRAM BELGRADE ART STUDIO RESIDENCY is a non-profit international art program designed to bring talented artists, creative practitioners, researchers and writers from around the world to experience a unique cultural environment dedicated to art. Selected artists are invited to live and work in specially designed studio for a period up to 3 months. By bringing the creators of art in a unique setting the Program aims to situate art at the very heart of historical Belgrade. ABOUT PETIT Studio PETIT Studio is a BUDGET STUDIO, perfect for WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS who do small dimensions and do not require a spacious studio. PETIT Studio Residency provides the residency at cheaper cost for those who are on a tight budget. Residency in a private fully furnished small apartment which is unique and has character, in Dorcol historic building, built in 1921-23. (approximately 40 square meters, 4.20 m high ceilings). Living in Dorćol has its charms, it could be like living in Kreuzberg in Berlin or Manhattan in NYC. A sense of history, with retro pieces of furniture and original wooden floor, windows, doors and a fully functional kitchen for the self-catering of residents, bathroom, Cable TV, Wifi, washing machine. The space was renovated over the course of a whole year and decorated following an ‘‘eclectic luxury’’ approach that combines vintage design with contemporary art. The space is filled with original art and vintage objects sourced in galleries and antique shops across Serbia and Europe. The result is a very personal, inviting space that skillfully mixes contrasting elements with surprising results. PETIT Studio is a right place for all those who wish to have the concentrated space and time away, to think and explore what can be achieved, and to see what can emerge when in an artistically charged space away from the day-to-day thinking of their norm. Opportunity to liaise with other artists and get their feedback and input; to discuss their art practices and collect insights on different art forms that they have seen and been a part of. To gain a community of artists to further collaborate with and learn from. WHO CAN APPLY Art studio is open year-round, providing artists/writers /curators / creative practitioners/ researchers/scholars/thinkers with much-needed space and time to work on a project of their choice. The applications are reviewed by an art committee whose efforts ensure that a broad range of artistic disciplines, styles, and national origins is represented. The selection process aims to integrate artists and researchers in a spirit of openness and curiosity about creativity in its diverse forms and contexts. FEES / BUDGET STUDIO Each resident is responsible for their own funding, though Belgrade Art Studio can help with this process. Please note that there is only one artist or an artist couple at a time in the residency You can stay from 2weeks up to 3months. For more about eligibility, selection criteria, expectations, application, fees, check out http://belgradeartstudio.com/residency-faq/ APPLICATION PROCEDURE For the application, visit http://belgradeartstudio.com/apply/ NO APPLICATION FEE Deadline Rolling Email info@belgradeartstudio.com belgradeartstudio.com instagram @belgrade_art_studio_residency Duration of residency 2weeks-3months Accommodation private accommodation Disciplines, work equipment and assistance WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERSStudio / Workspace no separate studio spaceFees and support FEES / BUDGET STUDIOEach resident is responsible for their own funding. PETIT Studio Residency provides the residency at cheaper cost for those who are on a tight budget. Expectations towards the artist Our concept is for artists to have the concentrated space and time away, to think and explore what can be achieved, and to see what can emerge when in an artistically charged space away from the day-to-day thinking of their norms. We believe there is great potential in exploring other directions with the opportunity to focus, engage and work.We have no expectations from artists because usually when in Belgrade they get totally different perspective and do something else than planned. If you have specific requests please feel free to include them in your applications. We work closely with many local curators, artists, gallery owners and collectors so this opportunity is limited by time available and might include additional costs. We will do all we can to fulfill your requests and goals while here. Application information APPLICATION PROCEDURE For the application, visit http://belgradeartstudio.com/apply/ NO APPLICATION FEE Deadline ROLLING

Moulin de Gréoux

50% discount for artists under 30 in shared accommodation for two Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 Country: France Discount As a not-for-profit association we are committed to fostering meaningful artistic development, I’m pleased to offer this special discount for the 2026 season to help make the residency more accessible! With over 35 years of experience working alongside artists, I understand the profound impact of having the right environment, time, space, and thoughtful support, to focus and advance your practice. Whether you’re at the beginning of your career or an established artist seeking renewed clarity and momentum, we welcome you. This residency is designed for dedicated creatives ready to engage fully, work with purpose, and make meaningful progress in their practice. About the Residency Nestled at the foot of the Alpilles, our residency is housed in a lovingly restored 17th-century olive mill, where rustic stone and original beams meet elegant, eclectic interiors. The spacious 100-square-metre studio opens onto fragrant gardens—a sanctuary for creativity, imagination, and cultural exchange. An adjacent conservatory-style 12-metre pool, embraced by lush ferns, colonial furnishings, and vibrant, garden-hued cushions, invites morning yoga, gentle or more rigorous exercise, and soothing late-night dips before sleep beckons. Dining spaces are tucked beneath trailing vines, within courtyards blooming with wildflowers, and alongside gardens filled with rosemary, lavender, and the heady magic of spring. Multiple kitchens and a thriving herb garden support our farm-to-table ethos, with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients at the heart of every meal. Cooking here is guided by a deep love of freshness; each dish generous, vibrant, and thoughtfully composed, celebrating simplicity, flavour, and nourishment. A sweeping 30-metre gallery, alive with art and the quiet presence of a piano, completes this immersive haven—crafted to inspire connection, creation, and community. Offerings The residency runs from March to November and offers four flexible pricing options, starting at €1,000 per person before discount. Each residency includes: Accommodation and half-board dining Access to a car and bicycles Dedicated studio space with professional workstations, easels & projectors Farm-to-table dining, communal dinners, soirées, and performance evenings Professional development, mentorship, exhibition opportunities, and cultural outings Our not-for-profit program is committed to fostering the growth of multidisciplinary artists by offering space for respite, inspiration, and deep creative exploration to empower emerging voices and help them realise their artistic vision. Professional Development Beyond offering a dedicated and inspiring creative environment, the residency provides tailored one-to-one mentorship designed to support the unique ambitions and challenges of each artist. This comprehensive guidance covers key aspects of a professional artistic career, including gallery representation, contract negotiations, exhibition planning, portfolio development, grant applications, and broader career strategy. The aim is to empower artists to navigate the complexities of the art world with confidence and strategic insight. The rhythm of Provence encourages moments of pause and clarity, fostering reflection and renewed focus. Yet, the residency’s expectation remains resolute: artists are invited to engage with their practice seriously, make significant progress, and produce work of depth, integrity, and lasting impact. Through this integrated approach, the residency nurtures not only the creative process but also the professional growth essential for sustaining a successful artistic career. Duration of residency Minimum 2 weeks, maximum 4 weeks. Accommodation Moulin de Gréoux caters to a maximum of six creative residents at any time and offers both private rooms, shared accommodation and a self contained stone cottage, the maison des amis in the surrounds of the 17th century olive mill. An all inclusive farm to table dining experience is provided. Sunlit bedrooms adorned with Provençal charm and bathrooms, some shared and others en suite with bath and shower provide residents with all the necessary facilities. Bedrooms are equipped with wifi and reverse cycle air conditioning. All guests are provided with bedding and towels. A laundry area is also available. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance All creative disciplines welcome! This includes, but is not limited to: Visual Artists Writers Dancers/Performers Musicians Beyond offering a dedicated and inspiring creative environment, the residency provides tailored one-to-one mentorship designed to support the unique ambitions and challenges of each artist. This comprehensive guidance covers key aspects of a professional artistic career, including gallery representation, contract negotiations, exhibition planning, portfolio development, grant applications, and broader career strategy. The aim is to empower artists to navigate the complexities of the art world with confidence and strategic insight. The rhythm of Provence encourages moments of pause and clarity, fostering reflection and renewed focus. Yet, the residency’s expectation remains resolute: artists are invited to engage with their practice seriously, make significant progress, and produce work of depth, integrity, and lasting impact. Through this integrated approach, the residency nurtures not only the creative process but also the professional growth essential for sustaining a successful artistic career.Studio / Workspace The large studio located in an adjacent barn and is equipped with easels, tables, and wall hanging space. It includes a fully equipped kitchen and dining area for your lunches and dinners when cooking for yourselves. A top of the range barbecue is also available. An outdoor wet area with a sink for washing brushes and working with clay and or other materials is a welcome addition to the residency. A kiln is available for your usage at the nearby sculpture studio.Fees and support The residency runs from March to November and offers four flexible pricing options, starting at €1,000 per person before discount.Each residency includes: - Accommodation and half-board dining - Access to a car and bicycles - Dedicated studio space with professional workstations, easels & projectors - Farm-to-table dining, communal dinners, soirées, and performance evenings - Professional development, mentorship, exhibition opportunities, and cultural outings Our not-for-profit program is committed to fostering the growth of multidisciplinary artists by offering space for respite, inspiration, and deep creative exploration to empower emerging voices and help them realise their artistic vision. Expectations towards the artist In the Moulin de Gréoux studio you will be provided with your own workstation, easel, shelving, wall space, a fully equipped kitchen and a communal wooden table. Whilst in residence, you will have the opportunity to present (optional) your body of work, script, performance, composition, or piece of writing at our special soirées and exhibitions. Application information Click the link to our “submit” page to apply, and answer the questions required.

Escola Normal

An artist-run residency for creation, community and exchange – Welcome to Escola Normal! Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 Country: Portugal Set within a historic home in Porto, Portugal, it is a place where people live together, make things together and occasionally reinvent their lives over coffee in the kitchen. We welcome artists from all disciplines and at all stages of their practice: musicians, dancers, writers, photographers, filmmakers, visual artists, performers, textile practitioners and those whose work resists definition. Some arrive with a clear project in mind; others arrive with unfinished ideas, creative blocks or the desire to experiment without the pressure of immediate results. Life at Escola Normal unfolds through shared meals, late-night conversations, rehearsals, walks to concerts, spontaneous collaborations and time spent alone with one’s work. Residents have access to music, photography, visual arts and sewing studios, as well as presentation spaces and the cultural programme of the house. There are no mandatory outcomes. We do not believe every residency should end with a polished product. Sometimes the most important thing an artist takes away is a new question, an unexpected encounter or the feeling of having found time to listen to their own voice again. APPLICATIONS: residencias@escolanormal.com Duration of residency Come for a week, a month or longer. The rhythm of each residency is shaped together, according to the needs of the artist and the possibilities of the house. Accommodation Artists stay in a private bedroom within the Escola Normal residency house. The room is equipped with two double beds and residents have access to shared bathrooms, a communal kitchen, dining and living areas, laundry facilities, a garden and a vegetable garden. The accommodation is fully integrated into the residency environment, allowing artists to live and work in the same space throughout their stay. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance Escola Normal welcomes artists from all disciplines, including music, visual arts, photography, film, performance, writing, textile practices, design and interdisciplinary projects.Residents have access to shared workspaces within the house, including a pStudio / Workspace Residents have access to a range of shared workspaces within the Escola Normal house. These include a professional music studio for recording, rehearsal and production, a visual arts studio, a sewing and textile studio, a photography studio, and spaces suFees and support The residency fee is approximately €40 per day. Longer stays may benefit from adjusted daily rates, depending on the duration of the residency and the needs of the project. The fee includes accommodation, access to all shared studios and workspaces, communal facilities, and participation in the artistic and cultural life of Escola Normal, including concerts, exhibitions and other events taking place during the residency period.Depending on the nature of the project and availability, artists may also benefit from artistic mentoring, technical support and guidance in areas such as music production, audiovisual documentation and project development. Expectations towards the artist There are no mandatory outcomes or production requirements during the residency. Artists are free to use their time at Escola Normal in the way that best supports their practice, whether that means creating, researching, experimenting, resting or collaborating. Residents are encouraged, but not required, to share aspects of their work through an informal presentation, conversation, open studio, performance, screening, exhibition or workshop, depending on their discipline and interests. More than anything, we ask artists to engage respectfully with the shared environment of the house and to contribute to the spirit of curiosity, generosity and exchange that shapes the Escola Normal community. Application information Artists can apply by sending the following materials in a single PDF document (maximum 10 MB): Short biography (max. 300 words) Artist statement or project description (max. 500 words) Portfolio, website or links to previous work (up to 10 examples) Preferred residency dates and duration Contact information Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis by the Escola Normal team.We welcome artists from all disciplines, backgrounds and stages of their careers. Selection is based on the relevance of the proposed project to the residency environment, the applicant’s motivation, and the potential for exchange within the Escola Normal community.Formal education, institutional recognition or previous residency experience are not required. We are particularly interested in artists who are curious, experimental, generous in sharing ideas, and open to living and working alongside other creative practitioners.Escola Normal values process as much as outcome. We encourage applications from artists pursuing unconventional paths, interdisciplinary approaches, unfinished ideas, unexpected obsessions and projects that may not easily fit within traditional artistic frameworks.E-MAIL: residencias@escolanormal.com

Hangar

OPEN CALL | Residency at Hangar for Curators and Researchers Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 Country: Portugal The Residency program at Hangar encourages dialogue, exchange and experimentation. The program is non-prescriptive and process-based, allowing visiting researchers and curators to develop projects in response to their new environment, current research and practice, or to conduct research benefiting from Lisbon’s resources. The Residencies Program is firmly established in the Lisbon arts scene, promoting diverse cultures and practices through international and experimental projects. Our aim is to nurture interdisciplinary artistic research, and promote international experiences in cultural fields. We encourage enquiry and creativity through scholarly research as well as creative writing practices. Our special focus is to establish cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural connections, especially artistic exploration of questions within the postcolonial or diasporic experience, history and memory, and the current global situation. Hangar develops several International Residency Programs that give non-resident artists, writers and musicians in Portugal or Lisbon the opportunity to live and work in Graça, Lisbon for a period of one month to three months. Longer residencies can also be arranged upon request. The program aims to facilitate international exchange and the exchange of ideas, with our longest running residency program being in the field of visual arts. We therefore encourage interdisciplinary practice and promote those projects that cross the borders between writing, visual arts, performance, photography, music and video. Through strategic partnerships in the international art world and institutions linked to cultural production and artistic research in various countries, mainly through the Triangle Network, the Hangar residency program aims to strengthen the existing exchange between Portugal, Europe, Africa and South America. Duration of residency Our residencies begin on a monthly basis. Artists can apply for a period of one to three months. Residencies longer than three months can be discussed. Accommodation Hangar offers 7 living and work studios for residency in a private format. There are 4 studios with private bathrooms and kitchenette facilities and 3 private studios that have a co-working format with shared kitchen and WC facilities. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance HANGAR invites researchers and curators in any field. Our special focus is on the exploration of memories, the artistic and the conceptual. The special equipment HANGAR provides includes: a libraryStudio / Workspace The private accommodation and studio are located within the same space. Writers also have access to shared co-working studio space.Fees and support Researchers and curators are expected to pay for their expenses. This includes studio space and accommodation. Costs start from €1,000.00/month to €1,400.00/month. Expectations towards the artist Curators and researchers are expected to partake in Artist Talks, Open Lectures and Open Studio events at Hangar. This is a valuable opportunity to promote and raise awareness about your work as well as to create new contacts, giving you the chance to create a dialogue of exchange with other residents and the diverse audiences that attend the events, thus working to raise your international profile. Application information Potential residents should apply to HANGAR by email. The selection is decided by a jury that determines the most promising candidates. Please email us at residency@hangar.com.pt with the following information in ONE pdf document: - The subject of the email needs to include the selection of the type of residency you’re interested in (Visual arts, writing, research/curatorial practices, or music). - A brief description of the work you intend to create during your residency - Bio/CV - Portfolio - The dates which you intend to stay at Hangar. Once we receive the application, we will get back to you with our decision. Residents are subject to approval and to space availability. Upon acceptance, we will assist residents with funding applications if needed.

Hangar

OPEN CALL | Residency at Hangar for Visual Artists Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 Country: Portugal The Residency Program at Hangar encourages dialogue, exchange and experimentation. The program is non-prescriptive and process-based, allowing visiting artists to develop projects in response to their new environment, or to conduct research benefiting from Lisbon’s resources. The Residencies Program is firmly established in the Lisbon arts scene, promoting diverse cultures and practices through international and experimental projects. Our aim is to nurture interdisciplinary and conceptual visual arts, with special focus on cross cultural connections, explorations of the postcolonial, diasporic experience, history and memory. Hangar develops several International Residency Programs that give non-resident artists in Portugal or Lisbon the opportunity to live and work in Graça, one of the most artistic and cultural neighborhood within Lisbon. Artists can aplly for a period of one month to three months. Longer residencies can also be arranged upon request. The program aims to facilitate the international exchange and the exchange of ideas through artistic practice in the areas of visual arts, performance, photography and video. Through strategic partnerships in the international art world and institutions linked to cultural production and artistic research in various countries, mainly through the Triangle Network, the Hangar residency program aims to strengthen the existing exchange between Portugal, Europe, Africa and South America. Duration of residency Artists can apply for a period of one to three months. Longer periods need to be discussed beforehand. Accommodation Hangar offers 7 living and work studios for residency in a private format. There are 4 studios with private bathroom and kitchenette facilities and 3 private studios that have a co-working format with shared kitchen and WC facilities.   Disciplines, work equipment and assistance HANGAR invites artists who practice the visual arts, with special focus on those who work in filmmaking, photography and performance. The special equipment HANGAR provides includes: D.Y.A. tools, studio space, a photo laboratory, a music studio, a painting room and a library. The residency program includes curatorial support (tutorials), studio visits, local art space visits and an Open Day (public presentation)Studio / Workspace The private accommodation and studio are located within the same space. Artists also have access to shared co-working space.Fees and support Artists are expected to pay for their expenses. This includes studio space and accommodation, which are both in-situ. Costs start from €1,000.00/month to €1,400.00/month. Expectations towards the artist Artists are expected to partake in Artist Talks, Workshops and Open Studio events at Hangar. This is a valuable opportunity for artists to promote and raise awareness about their work, giving them the chance to create a dialogue of exchange between themselves and the diverse audiences that attend the events, thus working to raise their artist profile. Application information Potential residents should apply to HANGAR by email. The selection is decided by a jury that determines the most promising candidates. Please email us at residency@hangar.com.pt with the following information in ONE pdf document: - The subject of the email needs to include the selection of the type of residency you’re interested in (Visual arts, writing, research/curatorial practices, or music). - A brief description of the work you intend to create during your residency - Bio/CV - Portfolio - The dates which you intend to stay at Hangar. Once we receive the application, we will get back to you with our decision. Residents are subject to approval and to space availability. Upon acceptance, we will assist residents with funding applications if needed.

Euroatla

Winter and Summer RESIDENCY in LISBON _ EUROATLA Residency Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 Country: Portugal This residency is an opportunity for international artists to stay and work in Lisbon for one to six months. The Euroatla residency is an independent artist space meant for self-sufficient artists looking for a place of reflection away from their usual environment. Euroatla has two formats of residency to choose from. The first is an independent residency solely based at Euroatla while the other is done in partnership with Hangar, which includes an open day and curatorial support. Outside of ordinary constraints such as day jobs, commissions and exhibition deadlines, residencies offer artists the time, space and resources to experiment with their work and try new approaches. By connecting with Lisbon’s art scene and being in a new context artists can take away new ideas and viewpoints that will benefit the development of their practice. Duration of residency The minimum period required is one month and the maximum six months. Accommodation Euroatla provides a private self-contained living and working space located in a building with another studio that is used by Portuguese artists. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance Euroatla is open to emerging and established artists from all disciplines within the visual arts. It is also open to researchers, writers, musicians, curators and cultural programmers.Fees and support Euroatla is an independent project. We are currently unable to provide financial support for visiting artists. However, we can provide any support needed for artists applying for grants and scholarships in their home country. Expectations towards the artist We are interested in self-sufficient work and artists that are conducing their own personal projects. Application information Applications should be sent to our email and must include the following:CV – Your current CV (700 words max)PROPOSAL – A written description of your proposed project. Your description should include specifics for how you plan to use your time in this residency.STATEMENT – A general statement about your work and brief explanation of your submitted images or text. (250 words max)WORK SAMPLES – A portfolio of your recent work submitted in one pdf file The application process is free. Residents are selected through an open call with a jury selection. For further information on applying please contact: euroatlaresidencies@gmail.com

Hangar

OPEN CALL | Residency at Hangar for Musicians, DJ’s and Producers Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 Country: Portugal The Residency program at Hangar encourages dialogue, exchange and experimentation. The program is non-prescriptive and process-based, allowing visiting musicians and producers to develop projects in response to their new environment, current research and practice, or to conduct research benefiting from Lisbon’s resources. The Residencies Program is firmly established in the Lisbon arts scene, promoting diverse cultures and practices through international and experimental projects. Our aim is to nurture interdisciplinary artistic research, which includes music makers of all disciplines, and promote international experiences across cultural fields. Our residencies have a particular focus on the exploration of questions within the postcolonial or diasporic experience, history and memory, and the current global situation. Hangar develops several International Residency Programs that give non-resident artists, writers and musicians in Portugal or Lisbon the opportunity to live and work in Graça, Lisbon for a period of one month to three months. Longer residencies can also be arranged upon request. The program aims to facilitate international exchange and the exchange of ideas, with our longest running residency program being in the field of visual arts. We therefore encourage interdisciplinary practice and promote those projects that cross the borders between music, visual arts, performance, photography, writing and video. An interest in performance, the crossing of music and video and other artistic or conceptual practices are particularly welcome. Through strategic partnerships in the international art world and institutions linked to cultural production and artistic research in various countries, mainly through the Triangle Network, the Hangar residency program aims to strengthen the existing exchange between Portugal, Europe, Africa and South America. Duration of residency Artists can apply for a period of one to three months. Residencies longer than three months can be discussed. Accommodation Hangar offers 7 living and work studios for residency in a private format. There are 4 studios with private bathroom and kitchenette facilities and 3 private studios that have a co-working format with shared kitchen and WC facilities. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance HANGAR invites musicians in any field, be it producers, vocalists, DJ:s, or instrumentalists. Our special focus is on the exploration of memories, the artistic and the conceptual. The special equipment HANGAR provides includes: a library and a music studio.Studio / Workspace The private accommodation and studio are located within the same space. Musicians also have access to shared co-working studio space.Fees and support Musicians are expected to pay for their expenses. This includes shared studio space and accommodation. Costs start from €1,000.00/month to €1,400.00/month. Expectations towards the artist Musicians are expected to partake in Performances, Artist Talks, Open Lectures and Open Studio events at Hangar. This is a valuable opportunity to promote and raise awareness about your work as well as to create new contacts, giving you the chance to create a dialogue of exchange with other residents and the diverse audiences that attend the events, thus working to raise your international profile. Application information Potential residents should apply to HANGAR by email. The selection is decided by a jury that determines the most promising candidates. Please email us at residency@hangar.com.pt with the following information in ONE pdf document: - The subject of the email needs to include the selection of the type of residency you’re interested in (Visual arts, writing, research/curatorial practices, or music). - A brief description of the work you intend to create during your residency - Bio/CV - Portfolio - The dates which you intend to stay at Hangar. Once we receive the application, we will get back to you with our decision. Residents are subject to approval and to space availability. Upon acceptance, we will assist residents with funding applications if needed.

Hangar

OPEN CALL | COWORK ARTISTS RESIDENCY (No accommodation) Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 Country: Portugal Hangar is an Art Research Centre set amongst the historic streets of Graça, against the backdrop of Lisbon. It is an independent space run by artists and curators that contemplates the visual arts, magnetically attracting minds from an array of different countries and cultures, and encouraging the development of cross-disciplinary artistic projects in the visual arts. It was conceived as a centre for artistic experimentation, providing space for the convergence of contemporary processes and artistic practices. The centre is actively engaged in artistic analysis and research, providing room for exhibitions and artistic residencies, whilst supporting a Participation Program (Educational Services) and a Research Program (Seminars and Publications). Hangar aims to catalyse communication between artists, researchers and other artistic initiatives, and to encourage discussion about emerging contemporary art, stimulating the development of artistic and theoretical practices motivated by experimental and shared experiences. The centre is located in a modern 1960‘s four-storey building, with vast open space, in the beautiful area of Graça in Lisbon. HANGAR Cowork Residency was conceived for artists, researchers, creatives, musicians, performers, writers and curators based in Lisbon or who prefer to stay accommodated outside the Hangar building but want to participate at Hangar residency program. Duration of residency The residency has a duration between 1 to 6 months. Accommodation There is no accommodation included. Disciplines, work equipment and assistance HANGAR Cowork space is designed to be a shared common space for artists, researchers, creatives, musicians, performers, freelancers and independent cultural projects. It includes: One individual table and 1 shared central table for sharing and meetings. Monthly tutoring by curators and art professionals from HANGAR community Studio visits and local art space visits Participation in the Open Day (public presentation) at the end of the residency (optional) Internet Electricity 24/7 access Central location (Graça, Lisbon) Access to the recording studio and photo lab (necessary to book it in advance) Interaction with the resident artists of HANGARStudio / Workspace HANGAR Cowork has individual tables (70 x 120 cm) and a central table for sharing and meetings.Fees and support Residents are expected to pay for their expenses. Costs is €550.00/ month. Expectations towards the artist Residents are expected to partake in Artist Talks and Open Studio events at Hangar. This is a valuable opportunity to promote and raise awareness about their work, giving them the chance to create a dialogue of exchange between themselves and the diverse audiences that attend the events. Application information Potential candidates should apply to HANGAR by email. The selection is decided by a jury. Please send an email with the title COWORK RESIDENCY to residency@hangar.com.pt with the following information in ONE pdf document: - A brief description of the work you intend to create during your residency - Bio/CV/Portfolio - The dates on which you intend to do the residency. Once we receive the application, we will get back to you with our decision. The residency is subject to space availability.

Belgrade Art Studio

Belgrade PETIT Studio Residency WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS Deadline: 06 Dec 2026 Country: Serbia WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS residency at cheaper costs. Belgrade Art Studio presents a new concept – a small studio, PETIT Studio. A flourishing artistic practice requires a commitment to the creative process which often comes with significant sacrifice, financial and otherwise, for even the most commercially successful artists. Belgrade Art Studio offers artist residencies that provide tranquil studio space in the very center of Belgrade, uninterrupted time, and a community of talented creatives. PETIT Studio is a BUDGET STUDIO, perfect for WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS who do small dimensions and do not require a spacious studio. It is giving artists the opportunity to pursue their work free from distractions, outside demands and at cheaper costs. ABOUT PROGRAM BELGRADE ART STUDIO RESIDENCY is a non-profit international art program designed to bring talented artists, creative practitioners, researchers and writers from around the world to experience a unique cultural environment dedicated to art. Selected artists are invited to live and work in specially designed studio for a period up to 3 months. By bringing the creators of art in a unique setting the Program aims to situate art at the very heart of historical Belgrade. ABOUT PETIT Studio PETIT Studio is a BUDGET STUDIO, perfect for WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, ARTISTS/DESIGNERS who do small dimensions and do not require a spacious studio. PETIT Studio Residency provides the residency at cheaper cost for those who are on a tight budget. Residency in a private fully furnished small apartment which is unique and has character, in Dorcol historic building, built in 1921-23. (approximately 40 square meters, 4.20 m high ceilings). Living in Dorćol has its charms, it could be like living in Kreuzberg in Berlin or Manhattan in NYC. A sense of history, with retro pieces of furniture and original wooden floor, windows, doors and a fully functional kitchen for the self-catering of residents, bathroom, Cable TV, Wifi, washing machine. The space was renovated over the course of a whole year and decorated following an ‘‘eclectic luxury’’ approach that combines vintage design with contemporary art. The space is filled with original art and vintage objects sourced in galleries and antique shops across Serbia and Europe. The result is a very personal, inviting space that skillfully mixes contrasting elements with surprising results. PETIT Studio is a right place for all those who wish to have the concentrated space and time away, to think and explore what can be achieved, and to see what can emerge when in an artistically charged space away from the day-to-day thinking of their norm. Opportunity to liaise with other artists and get their feedback and input; to discuss their art practices and collect insights on different art forms that they have seen and been a part of. To gain a community of artists to further collaborate with and learn from. WHO CAN APPLY Art studio is open year-round, providing artists/writers /curators / creative practitioners/ researchers/scholars/thinkers with much-needed space and time to work on a project of their choice. The applications are reviewed by an art committee whose efforts ensure that a broad range of artistic disciplines, styles, and national origins is represented. The selection process aims to integrate artists and researchers in a spirit of openness and curiosity about creativity in its diverse forms and contexts. FEES / BUDGET STUDIO Each resident is responsible for their own funding, though Belgrade Art Studio can help with this process. Please note that there is only one artist or an artist couple at a time in the residency You can stay from 2weeks up to 3months. For more about eligibility, selection criteria, expectations, application, fees, check out http://belgradeartstudio.com/residency-faq/ APPLICATION PROCEDURE For the application, visit http://belgradeartstudio.com/apply/ NO APPLICATION FEE Deadline Rolling Email info@belgradeartstudio.com belgradeartstudio.com instagram @belgrade_art_studio_residency Duration of residency 2weeks-3months Accommodation private accommodation Disciplines, work equipment and assistance WRITERS, CURATORS, THINKER, PHOTOGRAPHERS, ARTISTS/DESIGNERSStudio / Workspace no separate studio spaceFees and support FEES / BUDGET STUDIOEach resident is responsible for their own funding. PETIT Studio Residency provides the residency at cheaper cost for those who are on a tight budget. Expectations towards the artist Our concept is for artists to have the concentrated space and time away, to think and explore what can be achieved, and to see what can emerge when in an artistically charged space away from the day-to-day thinking of their norms. We believe there is great potential in exploring other directions with the opportunity to focus, engage and work.We have no expectations from artists because usually when in Belgrade they get totally different perspective and do something else than planned. If you have specific requests please feel free to include them in your applications. We work closely with many local curators, artists, gallery owners and collectors so this opportunity is limited by time available and might include additional costs. We will do all we can to fulfill your requests and goals while here. Application information APPLICATION PROCEDURE For the application, visit http://belgradeartstudio.com/apply/ NO APPLICATION FEE Deadline ROLLING