6 Must-Apply Fully Funded Artist Residencies
Fully funded artist residencies offer incredible opportunities for artists to immerse themselves in a supportive and inspiring environment. Many artists face financial difficulties when pursuing opportunities, which is why finding residency programs that don't require payment can be a huge help.
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We've put together a list of some fantastic programs that you can take advantage of without having to worry about the cost.
I-Park Foundation | Artist-in-Residence Program
Located in East Haddam, Connecticut, USA, I-Park offers multidisciplinary residencies for artists in visual arts, creative writing, music composition, moving image, architecture, landscape design, and interdisciplinary practice. Residencies are fully funded, providing private living quarters, studio space, and meals within a 450-acre nature preserve. The 2025 season runs from May 20 to November 24, with application deadlines typically in January.
Konst i Blekinge | Karlskronagatan, Sweden
AIR Blekinge offers artists place and resources for artistic development. Through travels you will explore the county with its towns, cities, nature and archipelago and meet with representatives from different organizations and institutions, to provide new contexts, starting points or conceptual directions.
ARE | Artist Residencies Enschede 2025
Based in Enschede, Netherlands, ARE offers funded residencies for international visual artists across three periods: January-March, May-July, and September-November. The program provides free housing, studio space, access to tools and media equipment, and a work budget. Artists are encouraged to engage with the local community and environment. Application deadlines are typically in October.
Thami Mnyele Foundation: | Amsterdam, Netherlands
Since its inception in 1990, the Thami Mnyele Foundation has been running a distinctive three-month artists-in-residence program in the heart of Amsterdam since 1992. At the core of the Foundation's mission is fostering cultural exchange between artists from Africa, the diaspora, the Netherlands, and particularly Amsterdam.
The selected artists are granted a three-month studio residency free of charge at the Thami Mnyele Foundation studio, nestled within a historic school building in the vibrant center of Amsterdam.
L’AiR Arts | Cité Falguière Paris
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Atelier 11 in Paris, France, L’AiR Arts invites professionals working with sculpture and installation to apply for a fully funded one-month residency.. The program offers accommodation, a living and research stipend, creative space, and programming support. Application details and deadlines are available on their website.
International Writers Workshop | Hong Kong
Established in 2004, the esteemed International Writers' Workshop (IWW) at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) welcomes a diverse cohort of writers, hailing from over 55 countries, exceeding 130 participants to date.
The application deadline is set for 31st August each year, so ensure you don't miss the chance to be a part of this transformative and intellectually stimulating experience at the International Writers' Workshop.
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