CULTVR Lab Immersive Arts Residencies

Deadline: 09 January 2026

About the residency: This strand will facilitate 3 residency opportunities to support the research, development, and presentation of new immersive productions and live experiences. This open call is specifically aimed at local and international artists with experience in creating immersive projects, encouraging them to bring their expertise to develop innovative work within this unique medium.

Eligibility: The call invites creative practitioners to submit projects that leverage the unique capabilities of CULTVR Lab and its forward facing performance space, which features a 360º immersive dome with a 16.1 surround sound system. The Lab was formed to facilitate engagement with immersive arts and this is your chance to experiment, test ideas, and develop creative outcomes for presentation within this environment.

What you get: The intensive Immersive Residency Programme will support the awarded creatives for one month (this can be working remotely) with access to CULTVR’s dome venue over a period of 5 to 7 days (as a consecutive block or individual days spread over a month). The resources offered will be evaluated based on the needs of each project and the proposed schedule.

• A development package of up to £4,000 including artists fees and production costs for the residency period and public presentation of the resulting works.

• Travel expenses up to £1,250 for international artists and up to £750 for UK based artists.

• Residency at CULTVR with access to equipment and facilities for 5-7 days valued at £15,000 of in kind support.

• Induction workshop into our system and remote support during the period of the residency.

• Public presentation of the work, marketing support and documentation of the resulting projects to be featured on CULTVR’s portal.

• Co-production agreement and distribution opportunities through CULTVR’s networks.

• Free access to CULTVR events during the residency period.

• Ongoing dissemination opportunities and artist peer support through the extended CULTVR community.

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Cultural Foundation Art Residency 2026

Deadline: 31 January 2026

Eligibility: Professional artists and cultural practitioners including visual artists, designers, architects, writers, performers, researchers, and filmmakers with a relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (or equivalent).

About the residency: A six-month residency offering professional cultural practitioners dedicated studio space, curatorial support, and resources to develop new work, connect with the community, and present outcomes through an open studio programme.

What you get:
Dedicated studio space with 24-hour access, curatorial support, access to Cultural Foundation facilities, financial resources, and opportunities for studio visits and a final open studio night.

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UNESCO AI Ethics Residency

Deadline: 15 January 2026

Eligibility: Mid-career international artists (6+ years experience), aged 18+, based outside the UK, from any discipline. Especially welcomes non-Western perspectives and artists engaging critically with AI, ethics, governance, and human-rights frameworks.

About the residency: A remote international residency commissioning three artists to develop new online works critically engaging with AI, ethics, and intercultural perspectives. The programme includes mentorship, policy engagement, and presentation at UNESCO’s Global Forum on the Ethics of AI.

What you get:
£7,500 artist fee plus £7,500 production budget, mentorship from Somerset House Studios and UNESCO experts, travel and accommodation for UNESCO’s Global Forum, and online presentation on Somerset House’s Channel.

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Jeffrey Rubinoff Sculpture Park 2026 Exploratory Research Residency

Deadline: 30 January 2026

Eligibility: This residency is open to both professional and emerging artists. There is no requirement criteria for formal training, education or recognition by any professional body. Applicants will be judged by:

1. Evidence of their dedication to their practice

2. The merits of their sample portfolio

3. Their research proposal

About the residency: The Jeffrey Rubinoff Sculpture Park (JRSP) is offering up to three Exploratory Research Residencies for the 2026 season, providing accommodation, local transport, and a food stipend for six nights on Hornby Island, with options for longer stays: vailable time slots are April 26 – May 3, May 3 – 10, and May 10 – 17, 2026.

What you get: Accommodation for up to 6 nights, a stipend of $1500 to cover food and local transport from Vancouver to Hornby Island (and while on the island). Residents are responsible for arranging travel to and from Hornby Island and for bringing any necessary equipment or materials. Note: The stipend is not meant to cover costs associated with long distance travel, it is envisaged to only cover the cost of travel and food from the local vicinity. The applicant should indicate if they are covering costs of long-distance travel.

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Artist in Residence in the heart of Old Havana, Cuba

Deadline: Rolling dates (see below)

1 Oct – 14 Oct 2025 and 15 Oct – 30 Oct 2025

Applications accepted before 1 September 2025

1 Apr – 14 Apr 2026 and 15 Apr – 30 Apr 2026

Applications accepted before 28 February 2026

1 Jun – 14 Jun 2026 and 15 Jun – 30 Jun 2026

Applications accepted before 30 April 2026

Eligibility Criteria: International emerging and established artists, including LGBTQ+ artists, all with a proven track record.

About the residency: Immerse yourself in the enchanting history of Old Havana at this privately owned luxury boutique hotel, AS BOUTIQUE RESIDENCE. Nestled within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Havana, this all-suite marvel has been carefully redesigned to reveal its majestic beauty.

Perfectly positioned in the vibrant heart of San Isidro — Old Havana’s most creative neighbourhood, recognized by TIME OUT as ‘One of the 51 coolest neighbourhoods in the world’ — this hotel offers an unparalleled artistic experience in an exceptional setting.

The Artist in Residence programme offers both individual and group residencies for emerging and established artists seeking to explore and expand their creative practice. Residents engage with the intersection of social, cultural, and environmental themes in Cuban contemporary art, bridging modern creativity with local heritage.

This programme invites artists from across the globe to engage with Cuba’s vibrant and evolving art and music scene, distinguished by a fascinating blend of African, Spanish, and Caribbean influences. Through interaction with local artists, galleries, curators, and immersive cultural exchanges—as well as creative collaboration among international participants—the programme provides exceptional opportunities for growth, expression, and inspiration within the rich context of Cuban culture and history.

(TAILORED FOR EACH ARTISTIC DISCIPLINE)

• DAY 1

  • ARRIVAL AND INTRODUCTION

• DAY 2

  • WALKING TOUR OF OLD HAVANA

• FORMATION OF WORKSHOP GROUPS

  • DAY 3

• ART GALLERY TOUR

  • DAY 4

• WORKSHOP 1

  • FREE WORKING AFTERNOON

  • WELCOME DINNER

• DAY 5

  • CONTEMPORARY ART MUSEUM VISIT WITH CURATOR

  • FREE WORKING AFTERNOON

• DAY 6

  • OLD-TIMER CAR TOUR INCLUDING HEMINGWAY’S HOUSE

  • FREE WORKING AFTERNOON

• DAY 7

  • WORKSHOP 2

  • VISIT TO FÁBRICA DE ARTE CUBANO (FAC)
    

• DAY 8

  • CUBAN ARTISTS’ ATELIER VISITS – PART 1

• DAY 9

  • FREE WORKING DAY

• DAY 10

  • YOGA CLASS & BEACH DAY

• DAY 11

  • CUBAN ARTISTS’ ATELIER VISITS – PART 2

• DAY 12

  • FREE WORKING DAY

• DAY 13

  • EXHIBITION OR PRESENTATION AT ART GALLERY HAV

  • DAY 14

  • CHECKOUT

  • KEY DATES

PROJECT DURATION: 2 WEEKS

SPECIAL NOTE FOR AMERICAN CITIZENS

In accordance with US embargo regulations on Cuba, participation in this Artist in Residence programme is permitted. We comply fully with American regulations: the programme is an educational endeavour hosted by a privately owned hotel, organised by local entrepreneurs without any involvement from the Cuban government.

APPLICATION DETAILS

The jury process is conducted by owner and artist Andre Visser, who will form groups based on artistic disciplines for both individual and group applications.

REQUIREMENTS:

• CV

• Portfolio

• Artist Statement

• Project Description

• SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO: reservations@asresidence.com

18 GUESTS

€750

PER WEEK / PER GUEST

2 PEOPLE PER ROOM

9 GUESTS

€1000

PER WEEK / PER GUEST

1 PERSON PER ROOM

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Indigo Mentorship Residency Program

Deadline: Ongoing

About the residency: The Mentorship Residency Program at Indigo Arts Alliance in Portland, Maine, brings together artists from diverse backgrounds of the African Diaspora to engage in their creative processes while building lasting relationships rooted in co-mentorship. The program pairs a National or International artist with a Local/Regional artist to foster rich conversations, collaborations, and exchanges of experiences, knowledge, and technical skills. Artists are encouraged to work independently but are expected to dedicate 8–10 hours weekly to joint activities, including community engagement and collaborative projects. The residency provides 24-hour access to a flexible 3,000-square-foot community studio equipped for various disciplines. Visiting Artists are provided with private housing within walking distance of the studio.

Artist Eligibility:

• The participating artists in our Mentorship Program serve as either Visiting Artist or a Local Artist. To learn more please visit our FAQ page. The eligibility for both artists are listed below:

• Artists must be a descendent from any of the African nations, African-American, Afro-Latin, Caribbean, i.e., the communities inhabiting the geographic breadth of all the places where Africans were displaced as a result of the transatlantic slave trade, Native Americans, indigenous peoples, Latinx, Southeast Asian/Indian African Ocean World, the Middle East, and the Pacific Rim.

• Residents should have 2+ years of exhibition and/or studio experience.

• Artists must present a sustained commitment to their practice, risk-taking, and clear concepts and creative methodologies that advance artistic expression.

• Artists must demonstrate a relationship with the communities in which they live, work, or care about.

• Applicants must be 21+ at the time of the proposed residency.

• Artists of all disciplines are encouraged (Painting, sculpture, illustration, writing, dance, music, theater/performance, photography, fiber/textiles, etc).

• Applicants cannot be enrolled in a full-time academic program at the time of the residency.

• If artists maintain a full time job, they must plan their work schedules to accommodate a minimum of 75% time in the studio during residency.

• Applicants must have the most up to date COVID-19 vaccination at least 3 months prior to the start of their proposed residency. You may learn more about our COVID-19 policy here.

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Hambidge Center’ Artist Residencies

Deadline: Recurring  April 15, September 15, January 15 – The Hambidge Center for Creative Arts and Sciences provides a residency program that empowers talented artists to explore, develop, and express their creative voices.

Submission Fee: $30 Application Fee

Situated on 600 acres in the mountains of north Georgia, Hambidge is a sanctuary of time and space that inspires artists working in a broad range of disciplines to create works of the highest caliber.

Apply now for the upcoming season.

Eligibility: Qualified applicants must be working at a professional level in their field. We seek applications from emerging and mid-career creatives, as well as from those who are established with national and/or international reputations.

Applications for residency are judged primarily on the quality of submitted work samples and professional promise. Hambidge accepts approximately 170 artists each year. There are no publication, exhibition, or performance requirements contingent on a Hambidge residency.

The Hambidge Center encourages creative professionals of all backgrounds to apply for admission. We celebrate varied ideas, world views, and personal characteristics, and are committed to being an organization that welcomes and respects everyone regardless of age, ability, ethnicity, race, religion, philosophical or political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, nationality, geographic origin, and socioeconomic status.

WHEN
Hambidge’s Residency Program opens mid-February and closes mid-to late-December through the month of January. Application deadlines are:

• Apply from March 1 through April 15 for the FALL SESSION (September through December).

• Apply from August 1 through September 15 for the SPRING SESSION of the following year (mid-February through May).

• Apply from December 1 through January 15 for the SUMMER SESSION (June through August).

Hambidge is closed from mid-December to mid-February.

FEES & FELLOWSHIPS
The actual cost of a residency is $2250/wk. Every year, the Hambidge Center raises funds to supplement $1950 for every residency week, leaving each resident with only the $250/wk fee.

Hambidge offers several merit-based Distinguished Fellowships which remove the fees for a two-week residency and provide a $700 stipend. Available Distinguished Fellowships vary from session to session and are listed in the Awards & Financial Assistance section of each session’s application. Unless otherwise noted, they are reserved for first-time residents…  See website for current listing.

STUDIOS
Hambidge has 9 secluded cottage/studios which provide living and working space, feature great views, lots of privacy, kitchens and bathrooms.

MEALS
Resident Fellows gather each evening Tuesday through Friday in Lucinda’s Rock House for delicious vegetarian fare prepared by our talented chef.

SETTING
Hambidge is located on 600 pristine acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains featuring nature trails, meadows, waterfalls, a swimming hole, an abundance of wild flowers and crisp, clean mountain air.

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The Kyoto Retreat: For international Artists, CuratorS, and Writers in Kyoto, Japan.

We select artists, curators, and writers at all career stages, working in drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, film, video, new media, installation, fiction and nonfiction writing, poetry, interdisciplinary, and social practice. Individuals must be over 21 years old to apply. Our application requires you to submit a CV or resume, a brief statement about your creative interests and a description of how you anticipate using the time if selected for The Kyoto Retreat. You can also provide up to 10 work samples

Kyoto, once the imperial capital of Japan for over a thousand years, is renowned for its timeless charm, classical Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, and refined traditions. With a population of approximately 1.5 million, the city elegantly merges its storied past and modern innovations. Countless UNESCO World Heritage Sites and centuries-old cultural practices draw visitors from around the world to explore Kyoto’s exquisite landscape. In October and November, the city enjoys mild weather, with average temperatures ranging from 17°C (63°F) to 12°C (54°F).

Although there will be several scheduled events during your stay, the primary purpose of the retreat is to give you an opportunity to immerse yourself in various aspects of Japanese culture and to meet other creatives. You are not required to make new work during the retreat. We want you to have ample time to explore Japan and get inspired in a calm, nurturing environment.

More information and apply here