Video / Film Residencies in Salzburg

AIR - artists-in-residence

Salzburg, Austria

The AIR - artists-in-residence program in Salzburg, run by the city's Department of Culture and Education since 1986, facilitates international artist exchanges by providing studio apartments in the Künstlerhaus for 1-2 months. It primarily supports visual artists, media artists, and filmmakers through mutual exchanges with partner cities in Europe and the USA, offering furnished living-working spaces near the city center. Applicants from other locations are considered based on availability and reciprocal arrangements for Salzburg artists.

Salzburg International Summer Academy of Fine Arts

Salzburg, Austria

The Internationale Sommerakademie für bildende Kunst Salzburg (Salzburg International Summer Academy of Fine Arts), founded in 1953 by Oskar Kokoschka, is Europe’s oldest summer academy of fine arts. Located in Salzburg, Austria, it offers intensive workshops lasting from one to four weeks, led by renowned artists, curators, and critics from around the world. The Academy operates primarily at Hohensalzburg Fortress and the Untersberg quarry in Fürstenbrunn, with additional temporary spaces in Salzburg. It aims to provide a unique environment for participants to engage deeply with art production, curatorial practice, and art writing, fostering critical reflection, artistic production, and networking opportunities. It provides a dynamic and inspiring environment for artists to develop their practice, engage with peers, and gain insights from leading figures in the art world. Through its diverse course offerings and vibrant cultural programs, it continues to be a significant platform for artistic growth and professional development.