Writing / Literature Residencies in Latvia

Ventspils House

Ventspils, Latvia

The International Writers’ and Translators’ House in Ventspils, Latvia, is a unique residency for professional authors, translators, and researchers connected to literature. The residency lasts for 4 weeks, providing a serene environment for creative work at a cost of €30 per week for accommodation. Each room in the house is equipped with private bathrooms, Wi-Fi, and essential amenities. Residents enjoy shared kitchen, library, laundry facilities, and bicycles. Applications are accepted anytime and reviewed every two months. Financial support includes a €320 grant post-taxes for selected residents.

VV Foundation PAiR (Pāvilosta Artist in Residency)

Pāvilosta, Latvia

The PAiR Artist Residency, hosted by the VV Foundation, is a unique opportunity for art, culture, and humanities professionals to immerse themselves in a creative and interdisciplinary environment. Located in the coastal town of Pāvilosta, Latvia, the residency is set within a historical wooden house, offering a blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. It supports a wide range of disciplines, providing artists, curators, researchers, and writers with studio space, living accommodations, and access to a library and gallery. The program emphasizes sustainable practices and engagement with the local socio-environmental landscape. Residents benefit from curatorial assistance, professional connections, and the option to host exhibitions or workshops. The residency fosters a dialogue between the local and global, encouraging innovative practices and interdisciplinary knowledge sharing. Applications are open to both Latvian and international professionals, with a selection process facilitated by the VV Foundation team and field experts.