Multidisciplinary Residencies in Lisbon

Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation

Lisbon, Portugal

The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian), a renowned international foundation, facilitates impactful residencies under its program, "Bauhaus of the Seas Sails." These residencies, including "Radical Waters – Concrete Matters," "Eating Between Tides," and "A Call to the Sea," are designed to foster innovative approaches across various disciplines—integrating art, science, and community engagement. Each residency is fully funded and supports interdisciplinary collaboration to explore and address environmental and societal issues through artistic and scientific lenses.

Prisma Estúdio Lisboa (Prisma Estudio)

Lisbon, Portugal

Prisma Estúdio Lisboa is a volunteer-led cultural association located in the vibrant Martim Moniz quarter of central Lisbon. The organization supports emerging artists by providing opportunities for creative development and collaboration. The residency program hosts up to five artists at a time, offering accommodation, a shared atelier space, and curatorial support. Residents are immersed in Lisbon’s dynamic underground artistic community, engaging in exhibitions, events, and collaborative projects. The residency welcomes artists from diverse practices and backgrounds for stays of one to three months. Participants are encouraged to explore new techniques, concepts, and ideas, culminating in a final project showcased in an exhibition or performance. Prisma Estúdio Lisboa emphasizes community involvement and provides a supportive environment for artists to grow and connect. The program aims to foster creativity and cultural exchange within a multidisciplinary framework.