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Free Artist Residencies in Czechia

3 residencies

3 fully funded residencies in Czechia cover both housing and a stipend. These programs remove financial barriers entirely.

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Brno House of Arts

Brno, Czechia

The Brno House of Arts residency program, known as Brno Artists in Residence (BAiR), has hosted visual artists, curators, and theoreticians since to foster exchange between Czech and international art scenes, with facilities in the House of the Lords of Kunštát including studios and accommodation. It connects residents to the G99 gallery for exhibitions and provides production support, stipends, and open studios events. Typical stays last two months, such as March-April or May-July periods.

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Pragovka Gallery

Praha 19000, Czechia

Pragovka Gallery in Prague, Czechia, runs an artist residency program (AIR Pragovka Gallery) launched in , providing artists and curators with an 80m² studio in a former industrial car factory area to work and research intensively. The program supports Czech and international participants through fully equipped apartments, artist fees, travel costs by agreement, materials contributions, and PR/production aid, with past residents exhibiting in the gallery and public spaces. Residencies typically last 2-8 weeks, tailored to the project, with themed open calls like 'Mutual Benefits' for .

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Prague City of Literature Residency

Prague, Czechia

The Prague City of Literature Residency is a program for foreign writers, translators, poets, and playwrights to live and work in Prague's city center, focusing on projects themed around the city to enhance its literary scene as a UNESCO City of Literature. Residents stay in fully accommodated apartments like the Kafka Residency, participate in local literary events, and provide a text inspired by their stay for promotional use. It offers eight two-month residencies annually, covering accommodation, travel, and a monthly stipend of approximately 15,000 CZK (600 EUR).

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Frequently asked questions

Are there free artist residencies in Czechia?

Yes. Fully funded residencies in Czechia provide both accommodation and a stipend at no cost. These are typically supported by government arts funding, foundations, or institutional endowments.

How competitive are free residencies in Czechia?

Free residencies tend to be more competitive, with acceptance rates often below 10-15%. A strong portfolio and clear project proposal will strengthen your application.

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