Are you an emerging artist seeking to elevate your craft and connect with the global art community? Explore a world of creative opportunities with these diverse residency programs tailored to fuel your artistic journey.

1. Artists Development Programme

The Artists Development Programme (ADP) is a residency and mentorship program organized by the European Investment Bank (EIB) Institute.

Here are the key details:

• Eligibility: The ADP is open to emerging European visual artists under the age of 35.
• Objective: The program provides an opportunity for artists to develop their practice in a high-quality professional context without any material constraints.
• Residency: Selected artists participate in a three-month residency.
• Mentorship: Each artist is mentored by an internationally renowned artist.
• Art Project: During the residency, artists work on creating a new body of artwork under the guidance of their mentor.
• Exhibition: The works produced during the residency are exhibited at the EIB premises, adding credibility to the artists’ practice.
• Themes: The program addresses both geographic and thematic angles. The geographic focus shifts within the EU each year, aiming to balance nationality representation in the EIB’s art collection. Thematic angles align with EIB strategic priorities and current European issues.
• Additional Support: In response to global events, the EIB extended support to the Ukrainian cultural sector by sponsoring an additional Ukrainian ADP laureate starting in 2022.

The ADP offers a unique opportunity for young artists to grow and connect within the art world. If you’re an aspiring artist, this program could be a fantastic stepping stone!

More info HERE

2. Fresh A.I.R. Urban Nation Museum

The Fresh A.I.R. (Artist in Residence) program offered by the Urban Nation Museum for Urban Contemporary Art in Berlin provides a unique opportunity for artists and cultural professionals in the field of Urban and New Contemporary Art.

Here are the key details:

• Duration: The program runs for 11 months.
• Scholarship Holders: Up to 13 scholarship holders are invited to Berlin during this period.
• Thematic Complex: Scholarship holders have the time, space, and resources to work on an artistic project within the framework of a given thematic complex. The program aligns with the Fresh A.I.R. funding guideline of the Stiftung Berliner Leben.
• Support and Resources:
  • Rent-Free Living: Scholarship holders receive rent-free living accommodations (including electricity and Wi-Fi) for the duration of their stay (up to €1,000 per month).
  • Cost of Living Subsidy: A monthly cost of living subsidy of €700 is provided.
  • Materials Costs: Scholarship holders can access a maximum of €300 per month for materials costs related to their project.
  • Travel Subsidy: A travel subsidy of €100 per month (for fares within Berlin and surrounding areas) is included.
  • Second Home Tax Coverage: The scholarship covers the second home tax during the stay.
• Eligibility and Exchange:
  • The program supports artists from EU member states residing outside of Berlin, as well as artists from Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Iceland, and Norway.
  • The project must be clearly recognizable as a current and unpublished project, meeting quality standards.
  • Scholarship holders engage in cross-genre exchange with art forms of Urban Contemporary Art.
  • Attendance at events organized by funding partners and the Urban Nation Museum is required.
  • Cultural and artistic exchange with the Stiftung Berliner Leben and the Berlin area is encouraged.
• Age Limit: There is no age limit for applicants, and having a university degree is not a requirement.

This fully-funded residency program not only allows artists to develop their work in a city known for its street art but also provides stunning studio spaces for their projects. If you’re an artist interested in Urban and New Contemporary Art, this program shouldn’t be overlooked!

More info HERE

3. Styria Artist-in-Residence (St.A.i.R.)

The Styria Artist-in-Residence (St.A.i.R.) Scholarship is an exciting opportunity for artists and art theorists to immerse themselves in the vibrant creative scene of Graz, Styria, Austria.

Here are the key details:

• Eligibility: The scholarship is open to foreign artists of all genres and theorists of art who seek connections with artists and the local creative community in Graz.
• Monthly Payment: Scholarship recipients receive a monthly payment of EUR 1,100 to cover subsistence during their residency.
• Duration: The residency takes place in Graz, the capital of Styria.
• Presence Requirement: Artists and theorists are expected to be physically present during their residency.
• Accommodation: Accommodation is provided in the center of Graz.
• Application Deadline: The entry deadline for the 2024 scholarship was August 7, 2023.

This scholarship offers a fantastic opportunity to engage with the local arts scene, collaborate, and create meaningful work in a dynamic environment. If you’re an artist or art theorist, consider applying for this enriching experience!

More info HERE

Article by Liviu Bulea

Liviu Bulea, born in 1989 in Turda, is a Romanian artist, curator, and cultural manager currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Arts and Design in Cluj, focusing on art in urban space. His works have been showcased at prestigious venues across Europe, including the Romanian Cultural Institute in Berlin, Cite International des Arts in Paris, and the Urban Nation Museum in Berlin. Featured in collections at institutions such as the National Museum of Contemporary Art in Bucharest, European Investment Bank in Luxembourg and the Tom of Finland Foundation in Los Angeles, Liviu is also an advocate for migration issues, LGBTQ+ rights, and the relationship between urban settings and well-being.