Interdisciplinary Residencies in Norway

AiR Green

Noresund, Norway

AiR Green offers a specialized residency program tailored for artists working with textile media at Søndre Green farm, beautifully situated at the foot of the Norefjell mountain range in Krødsherad Municipality, Norway. The program aims to provide space for focused work, support the development and dissemination of textile art, and foster connections between artists from around the world who explore textile expressions. AiR Green offers two residency formats: the regular program for four artists over one month sharing kitchen and bathroom facilities in the main farmhouse, and Studio AiR Green for a single artist during a two-month stay with private facilities. The historic 18th-century main farmhouse (350m²) was fully renovated in 2013/14 and includes 3 double bedrooms, 3 single bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, multiple living rooms, and spacious kitchen/dining areas. Artists have access to multiple work spaces including a 40m² workroom in the main house, a 40m² wet room in the brewing house, and the 'Høytørka' gallery space (3m×16m×4.8m high). The farm features traditional textile equipment including vertical looms, flat looms, and Spælsau sheep providing wool for spinning and dyeing, plus natural herbs and plants for textile dyeing.

Artica Svalbard

Longyearbyen, Norway

Artica Svalbard, one of Norway’s leading not-for-profit residency foundations, offers artists, writers, and researchers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse themselves in the stunning Arctic environment of Longyearbyen, Svalbard. This residency emphasizes deep thinking and creative exploration, focusing on addressing some of the most pressing issues of our time through artistic practice. Artica Svalbard integrates the natural cycles of Svalbard, from the midnight sun to the polar night, to challenge perspectives and inspire change. Residents benefit from accommodation, travel support, a per diem, and access to studio and print workshop facilities. The program encourages community engagement through workshops, talks, and other events, fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas. With a minimum stay of six weeks, the residency allows for deep immersion and meaningful impact. Artica Svalbard values fewer residents with longer stays, promoting profound and lasting experiences. The residency supports a diverse range of disciplines, including multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary practices.

The Nordic Artists’ Centre Dale (NKD)

Dale i Sunnfjord, Norway

The Nordic Artists’ Centre Dale (NKD) is an internationally recognized art residency located in Dale i Sunnfjord, Norway, established in 1998. Supported by the Arts Council Norway, NKD offers opportunities for artists, designers, architects, and curators to develop their practice, engage with the local and international art scene, and collaborate with peers. The center provides residents with a monthly stipend, individual studios, and separate living accommodations, all located on-site. NKD is renowned for its beautiful and tranquil setting in the Norwegian fjords, offering five individual cabins and two apartments as housing for residents. The studios are large, 50 square meters each, and equipped with natural light, high ceilings, and necessary facilities for various artistic practices. Applications are accepted through annual open calls, typically announced in January and February. NKD also promotes open studios, workshops, and seminars to engage both residents and the local community.