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GrantPerform Europe Open Call 2026‑2028Perform EuropePerform Europe invites partnerships of performing‑arts organisations to submit proposals for funding up to €60 000 to develop inclusive, green touring projects.ResidencyChina | A4 Residency 2027A4 Residency Art CenterA fully funded international residency for multidisciplinary creators in Chengdu, China, offering studio space, accommodation, travel support, a production grant and extensive networking opportunities.GrantPerform Europe touring funding 2027–2028Perform EuropePerform Europe – the European funding scheme for cross-border touring in the performing arts sector – is calling for proposals from performing arts professionals and organisations legally based in 41 Creative Europe countries for tours between 1 March 2027 and 31 January 2028.ResidencyVisual and Sound Artist ResidencyInternational Visegrad FundThe Visual and Sound Artist Residency facilitates mobility and artistic exchange for V4 citizens in visual, sound, design, and new media fields, offering a two‑month residency with €6,000 funding.ResidencyEst-Nord-EstEst-Nord-EstThis residency program is open to professional visual artists, whether established or emerging, from Québec, Canada, and other countries.FellowshipThe Japan Foundation Fellowship for Arts and Culture in Asia [WA2.0]The Japan FoundationThe Japan Foundation Fellowship for Arts and Culture in Asia supports individuals in arts and cultural fields to undertake research, creative activities, and collaborative projects outside their country of residence, fostering networks between Japan and ASEAN countries.Residency[Nov 14] 2025 Residency Program Application Deadline December 20, 2024HarvestworksHarvestworks is pleased to announce the 2026 Artists-in-Residence Program, a national initiative supporting contemporary American artists and legal U.S. residents working at the intersection of art and technology.GrantArts Council National Lottery Project GrantsArts Council EnglandA Creative Artist Award will be given to the top scoring submission in each category, additional Creative Artist Awards (in addition to the seven Creative Artist Awards determined by score) may be given at the discretion of BACF staff. The Presidential Awards are given at the discretion of the BACF founder, Dr. Emil Kakkis. In addition to the opportunity to receive a cash award, every qualifying artist who submits to the CYAs will receive a free year-long membership to MasterClass and will be included in our online Creative Gallery.ResidencyFunded Paris Artist Residency | Institut français × Cité internationale des arts 2027Institut français / Cité internationale des artsInternational artists and cultural professionals can apply for a three‑, six‑, or nine‑month residency in Paris with a furnished live‑work studio, a minimum monthly stipend, and institutional support.Residency2026 Artists-in-Residence ProgramHarvestworksHarvestworks invites contemporary American artists and U.S. residents to apply for a 12‑month residency focused on art and technology, offering a $5,000 commission and full studio support.FellowshipCreative Arts FellowshipNational Library of AustraliaSupport to practising writers to develop a new creative work using or inspired by our collections.GrantCreative Professionals Talent Recruitment Grantgener8tor ArtThe Creative Professionals Talent Recruitment Initiative is a grant program designed to attract and relocate creative professionals to Appleton, Wisconsin, offering up to $10,000 in grant funds and $2,500 in relocation stipends, along with professional development and networking opportunities.GrantGrants to Arts - Project FundHull City CouncilThe Grants to Arts Project Fund provides up to £5,000 to support artists and cultural organisations delivering arts‑based projects in Hull.Residency2027 Art & Ecology Residency at MustarindaMustarinda AssociationMustarinda is an art and ecology residency in Finland, offering 2‑6 week stays for artists, researchers and professionals to explore ecological questions through creative practice.ResidencyMacDowell Spring Summer 2026MacDowellMacDowell offers residencies to emerging and established artists, providing dedicated time and space to focus on their creative practice independently.ExhibitionApplications Open for Performance Mix Festival #40Performance Mix FestivalUnrehearsed (Virtual) Artist Residency Program (URP) is an artist fund that supports the creation of new dance work by artists who have faced significant challenges in the South Asian dance industry.GrantAmarte Fund: Visual arts - Project grantAmarte FondsBeeldend kunstenaars en onafhankelijke curatoren kunnen bij Amarte doorlopend een ontwikkel- of projectbijdrage aanvragen.Residency2025 Zaratan AIR Residency ProgramZaratanZaratan AIR is a multidisciplinary artist‑in‑residence programme in Lisbon offering private accommodation, a 24/7 studio, technical assistance and professional development for emerging and professional visual, performing, sound artists, curators and writers.ResidencyCall for ArtistIAPMAList of ongoing residency calls (2025)ResidencyCreArt Artist in Residence: Frozen People, Oulu, Finland January-March 2026CreArt Oulu and Oulu Urban CultureArtist residency in Oulu, Finland for Frozen People festivalResidencyGibraltar Point Centre for the ArtsGibraltar Point Centre for the ArtsSelf-Directed residencies are ideal for individuals conducting research, working to meet a deadline, collaborating with others, or who require temporary workspace.ResidencyNewThe Arctic HideawayThe Arctic HideawayThe Arctic Hideaway offers fully and partially funded artist residencies on the remote island of Fleinvær, Norway, with applications due 11 October 2026.ResidencyThailand | Residency for Southeast Asian artists 2026Studio88Spend two to four weeks creating, researching, and connecting in Chiang Mai, Thailand, as part of Studio 88 Artist Residency’s vibrant international community.ResidencyKnockvologan Studies ResidencyKnockvologan StudiesA remote Scottish residency (April‑October) offering studio space, tiny‑house accommodation and basic support for artists and researchers investigating the relationship between humans and the landscape.ResidencyArtist in Residence Program (Altos de Chavón / Chavón School of Design)CHAVÓN School of DesignThe Artist-in-Residence (AIR) Program at CHAVÓN offers flexible 30–120 day residencies for visual artists, writers, and allied creative professionals, providing studio space, housing, and access to school facilities in La Romana, Dominican Republic.ResidencyRural Creative Coliving in Northern PortugalCourt of CavalumThe Court of Cavalum offers a year‑round creative coliving residency in the hills around Porto, Portugal, where artists can work in shared studios, receive studio equipment, and enjoy a fully furnished accommodation with food, Wi‑Fi, and communal support.ResidencySTIAS Artist‑in‑Residence FellowshipStellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study (STIAS)The STIAS Artist‑in‑Residence Fellowship offers established artists a fully funded residency in Stellenbosch, South Africa, with travel, accommodation, a monthly stipend, and access to academic resources.GrantMADE IN SCOTLAND ONWARD TOURING FUND EDINBURGH FESTIVAL FRINGE SOCIETYEdinburgh Festival Fringe SocietyFunding to support Scottish artists taking work to international touring opportunities following the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.CompetitionSetouchi Triennale 2028 Call for Art ProposalsSetouchi Triennale Executive CommitteeThe Setouchi Triennale Executive Committee invites site‑specific art proposals for the 2028 edition, offering production subsidies to selected works.NewLouise Lauretano DeMars Love of Art Fund GrantMain Street Community FoundationThe Main Street Community Foundation is now accepting applications for grants from the Louise Lauretano DeMars Love of Art Fund to benefit individual artists.ResidencyKAGANHOTEL 河岸旅館 藝術進駐KAGANHOTELKAGANHOTEL offers a co‑living Artist‑in‑Residence program in Kyoto, providing a private room, atelier space and shared facilities for artists staying at least two months.ResidencyLa Macina di San Cresci residency programLa Macina di San CresciLa Macina di San Cresci offers artists an opportunity to work for an extended period of time in a social environment that is rich in history and surrounded by nature, the Chianti landscape is possibly the best-known of all of Tuscany.GrantNewSwiss arts grants (Südkulturfonds Ongoing Grant Programme)SüdkulturfondsLe Südkulturfonds propose des subventions annuelles pour des projets artistiques en Suisse, ouvertes aux artistes des pays éligibles.Residency2027農場工作室國際藝術駐村計畫農場工作室An open call for artists of all disciplines to apply for a residency in rural Rajasthan, India, with studio spaces, exhibition opportunities, and on‑site support.ResidencyNew3 week residency in rural PortugalObras ResidenciesObras Residencies offers a three‑week self‑directed residency near Évoramonte, Portugal, providing private accommodation, studio space and basic amenities for artists and researchers.ResidencyNPAF Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park Residency for October 2027 with $4000 stipendNational Parks Arts FoundationA month‑long, all‑media artist residency at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park in October 2027, offering a $4,000 stipend, housing, studio space and public programming.GrantDuetti amplia oferta de financiamento para artistas independentes e lança Programa de RemixesDuetti Inc.A Duetti oferece financiamento antecipado, participação nos royalties e suporte de marketing para artistas independentes, além de um Programa de Remixes aberto a criadores.ResidencyCERAMICS SYMPOSIUM IN METEORAEutopia Art ResidencyA two-week art residency project in Meteora, Greece, marrying contemporary artistic expression with the region's cultural legacy.ResidencyNewCall for artists and creatives – Fall 2026Ruby Mountain ProjectRuby Mountain Project offers a land‑based artist residency in the high desert of Southern California, welcoming artists of all disciplines for stays of 1‑7 weeks.GrantCall for individual mobility 2026-2027European Commission – Creative Europe (Culture Moves Europe)A grant for artists and cultural professionals to carry out a project in another Creative Europe country, offering daily and travel allowances.GrantGrant Program for Enhancing Cultural Exchange and Networks in Asia [WA2.0]Japan FoundationThe Japan Foundation offers a grant program to support Japan-based arts and cultural organizations in developing projects that foster people‑to‑people exchange with ASEAN countries.ResidencyRagdale Residency ProgramRagdaleRagdale offers 18‑day interdisciplinary residencies in Lake Forest, IL, with private studios, meals, and an income‑based fee; annual deadline May 1.ResidencyLa Macina di San CresciLa Macina di San CresciLa Macina di San Cresci offers artists an opportunity to work for an extended period of time in a social environment that is rich in history and surrounded by nature, the Chianti landscape is possibly the best-known of all of Tuscany.ResidencyThe Fish Factory Art Space ResidencyFish Factory Art SpaceThe Fish Factory Art Space offers a rolling 2‑4 week artist residency in Penryn, Cornwall, providing studio space, a darkroom, photography studio, vegan café, gallery and optional live/work accommodation.ResidencyBothy ProjectBothy ProjectBothy Project is a unique and independent charity, providing arts residencies in bespoke small-scale, off-grid spaces to explore creativity, landscape and living simply.ResidencyProvidenza 2026 S2 Volunteering ProgramProvidenzaProvidenza offers a participatory volunteering residency in Corsica, open to artists and creatives for the second half of 2026, providing accommodation, food, and a flexible 20‑hour weekly schedule.ResidencyOPEN-KERMINYOpen KerminySelf‑managed artist residency in a rural heritage site with a botanical park, experimental market garden, and seasonal art trail. Artists and researchers can work for a few days to a month.JobExperimental Short Documentary EditorTexas Film CommissionLocal editor needed for an experimental short documentary in Austin, TX, paid part‑time position starting August 12, 2026.