Visual Arts Residencies in Bilbao

Bilbao Arte

Bilbao, Spain

BilbaoArte is an artistic production center run by the Bilbao City Council that provides young creators with studio spaces, workshops for engraving, silkscreening, digital imaging, sculpture, photography, and more, along with grants for production. It offers three modalities—Studio Assignment, Production, and Cooperation—with durations of 6-12 months, stipends ranging from 500 euros monthly to 4,000 euros total, and complementary shared housing support. Selected artists gain access to 12 studios and must contribute one work to the center's collection.

ZAWP LAb

Bilbao, Spain

ZAWP LAb is a space for research, artistic creation, and production located in a post-industrial area of Bilbao that operates as part of the Zorrotzaurre Art Work in Progress project. The residency welcomes artists for stays ranging from one week to three months, providing workspace, accommodation, and opportunities for experimentation and knowledge sharing within a converted warehouse complex.