Residencies & Retreats
INSTINC 2025 Artist-in-Residence Program
INSTINC seeks for artists/creative individuals whose work embodies clear conceptual ideas and innovative approaches that resonate deeply with the contemporary cultural landscape..
Deadline: May 7, 2025
Deadline: May 7, 2025
Submission Fee: Varies - Check Website For Details
Eligibility: We welcome artists, artist duos, collectives, or any other practitioners from any medium or discipline, irrespective of their geographical location, who are craving for a dedicated space and focused time in initiating, expanding and finalising a project.
Open to all local and international artists.
About the residency: INSTINC seeks for artists/creative individuals whose work embodies clear conceptual ideas and innovative approaches that resonate deeply with the contemporary cultural landscape..
What you get: The residency is split into 2 sections: Production and Exhibition. 6 weeks of residency is equivalent to 5 weeks of Production + 1 week of Exhibition.
All artist-in-residence will be given an opportunity to exhibit in the gallery space of INSTINC for one week at the end of their residencies, regardless of the duration of residency. Opening reception and Artist Talk scheduled during the exhibition. Each artists will be included on the website of INSTINC, along with mention in the press release. During the residencies, social media campaign will be scheduled for the promotion of artists and projects.
Open Call Residency For Artists! Tokyo Biennale 2025 “Social Dive”
Walking through the streets of Tokyo, what kind of places and people will bring us unknown discoveries and creative experiences?
We are now calling for new “sanpo” art projects to join us in our explorations! We look forward to receiving your new “sanpo” art project ideas that match the originality and social engagement of “SOCIAL DIVE,” which is conceptualised as immersing oneself in the local culture and community of Tokyo, Japan!
Deadline: May 2, 2025
Deadline: May 2, 2025
Submission Fee: Free
Eligibility: Open to all ages over 18 years old
About the residency: Walking through the streets of Tokyo, what kind of places and people will bring us unknown discoveries and creative experiences?
We are now calling for new “sanpo” art projects to join us in our explorations!
We look forward to receiving your new “sanpo” art project ideas that match the originality and social engagement of “SOCIAL DIVE,” which is conceptualised as immersing oneself in the local culture and community of Tokyo, Japan!
What you get: Round-trip Travel expenses (Up to 300,000JPY including tax based on efficient and reasonable economy class tickets between Tokyo and your country.) (Maximum 1 person) / Accommodation in Tokyo -/Coordination of venue for the art program /Support fee for project development (with a budget limit of 200,000JPY including tax) /Honorarium 100,000JPY, including tax /Interpretation and translation support /Issue of Invitation Letter
CALL FOR ARTISTIC RESIDENCIES IN ROSETO VALFORTORE
Asteria Space, a start-up born in 2019 in 2024 was the winner of the call for proposals “Luoghi Comuni” of the Region of Apulia, thanks to which was founded Asteria Guest&Artist House, a structure designed to accommodate tourists and artists in a residence located in one of the most beautiful villages in Italy: Roseto Valfortore. Nestled in the Monti Dauni, immersed in the unspoiled nature of the Vetruscelli forest and surrounded by a timeless atmosphere, this small town of about 900 inhabitants is the perfect place for research and artistic production.
Deadline: May 20,2025
Deadline: May 20, 2025
Submission Fee: Free
Eligibility:
Dancers and dance companies
Actors, playwrights and theatre companies
Musicians, bands and songwriters
Visual artists (painting, sculpture, installation, illustration, photography, video art)
Designer
About the Residency: Asteria Space, a start-up born in 2019 in 2024 was the winner of the call for proposals “Luoghi Comuni” of the Region of Apulia, thanks to which was founded Asteria Guest&Artist House, a structure designed to accommodate tourists and artists in a residence located in one of the most beautiful villages in Italy: Roseto Valfortore. Nestled in the Monti Dauni, immersed in the unspoiled nature of the Vetruscelli forest and surrounded by a timeless atmosphere, this small town of about 900 inhabitants is the perfect place for research and artistic production.
What you get: Roseto Valfortore, immersed in the green landscapes of the Dauni Mountains, is a village that offers an intimate and collected dimension, perfect for those who want to work in an environment free from distractions and stimulated by the beauty of nature. Away from the hustle and bustle of urban life, artists can immerse themselves in a creative environment with historic architecture, breathtaking panoramic views and a welcoming community. Roseto has an ancient history and a sister city in Pennsylvania born during the emigrations to America from late '800. It is a closely linked village, therefore to the Tourism of the Roots since numerous emigrated Rosetan come in the village in search of their origins. Roseto is a town of truffle, preserves the tradition of stonemasons whose shops are present, preserves an old mill water visitable near which is a picturesque pool surrounded by the mountains.
• Accommodation: the selected artists will be hosted in an apartment, equipped with kitchen, located in the heart of the historic center of Roseto Valfortore, in an environment immersed in the tranquility and beauty of the village, adjacent to an amphitheater overlooking the Monti Dauni.
• Available space: o Equipped rehearsal room o Open air amphitheatre with view on the Dauni Mountains o Catering and coworking room o Church deconsecrated used to host shows o Attraction of the Village of Elves and Fairies inside the Former Barracks o Swimming pool immersed in the mountains o Ancient Water Mill Asteria Guest & Artist House Largo Donatelli Roseto Valfortore, 71039 (FG) +39 377.387.21.80 info@asteriahouse.com - www.asteriahouse.com • Technical equipment: technical equipment for artistic needs (audio, video projector etc...)
• On-site assistance for logistical needs
• Reception
• Organization of meetings with tourists and local population
• Organization of the debut of the work produced in residence
• Promotion and visibility: the artistic project will be promoted through the press office of Asteria Space and supported in the circuitry in a network of art residences.
• Support and advice from the communication and management agency Asteria Space
• Agreement with a local bakery and trattoria where meals at reduced prices can be purchased
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
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.