Digital Residencies in China

ICCI

Shanghai, China

The ICCI ART VALLEY PROGRAM, organized by the USC-SJTU Institute of Cultural and Creative Industry at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, offers a residency for international artists and scholars. This program focuses on the integration of “Art plus Technology” and encourages cross-media practice and cultural exchange. The residency includes rent-free accommodation, a stipend, and opportunities for exhibitions and public engagements. The program is open to artists from various disciplines, with a preference for those engaged in interdisciplinary and digital art.

Sixi Museum

Nanjing, China

The Sixi Museum in Nanjing, China, offers the Sixi International Artist-in-Residence Project, a program designed to support emerging artists from diverse disciplines. The residency fosters cross-cultural exchange, creative breakthroughs, and personal growth by providing living accommodations, a dedicated studio space, and financial and logistical assistance. Participants stay in a city-center apartment and work in a loft studio on the outskirts of Nanjing, benefiting from technical resources and connections with the local art scene. The residency concludes with an exhibition showcasing the artists’ outcomes. Nanjing, a city known for its fusion of traditional and contemporary culture, provides a rich backdrop for creative exploration. The residency aims to contribute to Nanjing’s vibrant art ecology and international cultural exchanges, supporting the development of contemporary art in China.