Creative Writing Residencies

Akademie Schloss Solitude

Stuttgart, Germany

Akademie Schloss Solitude is an international and transdisciplinary artist-in-residence program in Stuttgart, Germany, awarding 50-60 residencies every two years to artists, researchers, and cultural professionals across all disciplines. It provides space for concentrated work, interdisciplinary exchange, and networking, with fellows receiving furnished live/work studios, a monthly stipend of €1,300, and travel support for 6- or 9-month stays.[1][2][3]

Anderson Center at Tower View

Red Wing, Minnesota, United States

The Anderson Center at Tower View, located in Red Wing, Minnesota, offers residencies from May through October to artists, writers, musicians, and performers. Hosting about 35-40 residents annually, the program is one of the largest in the Upper Midwest and has welcomed over 900 artists from 45 states and 40 countries since its inception in 1995. Residents are provided with a private room in the historic Tower View residence, equipped with essential amenities, and meals prepared by a residency chef. The center offers a variety of workspaces, including a visual arts studio, darkroom, printmaking studio, and practice spaces for dancers and musicians. Situated on a 350-acre historic campus, the Anderson Center features a sculpture garden and is adjacent to the Cannon Valley Bike Trail. The residency program emphasizes community engagement, with residents contributing to the local community through presentations, workshops, and classes. The Anderson Center supports a diverse range of artists and embraces interdisciplinary approaches. It operates various programs, including a Deaf Artist Residency, an Early Career Artist Residency Program, and a Public Artist Residency Program, along with artist exchange programs with Salzburg, Austria, and Quzhou, China. The center's mission is to provide a dynamic environment for creative endeavors, encouraging the exchange of ideas and serving as a source of significant contributions to society. Located at 163 Tower View Drive, Red Wing, MN, the Anderson Center is a hub for artistic and cultural exchange.

Atelier Mondial

Basel, Switzerland

Atelier Mondial is an international and interdisciplinary artist residency program in Basel, Switzerland, hosting guest artists from partner institutions worldwide in its seven studios for stays typically lasting three to six months. It provides live-in studios, stipends for living expenses, and opportunities for open studios and exhibitions at Salon Mondial. The program also offers grants to regional artists from Basel, South Baden, and Alsace for residencies abroad in fields like visual arts, literature, fashion & textiles, dance & performing arts, and curation.

Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA)

New Smyrna Beach, Florida, United States

Atlantic Center for the Arts (ACA), nestled in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, stands as a beacon of interdisciplinary artistic collaboration and excellence. Established in 1977 by the visionary Doris Leeper, ACA fosters a nurturing environment where artists across multiple disciplines can converge, create, and share ideas. The center is renowned for its Mentor Artist-in-Residence Program, which pairs emerging and mid-career artists with distinguished mentors to explore new projects, experiment, and engage in rich dialogues across artistic fields. Beyond its core residency, ACA extends its creative reach through community arts and wellness initiatives, offering a broad spectrum of programs that underline the center's commitment to artistic innovation and community engagement.

BANFF

Banff, Alberta, Canada

The Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, located in the Canadian Rockies, is a renowned post-secondary institution offering programs in artistic disciplines, leadership, and mountain culture. It began in 1933 with a single drama course and has since grown into a global hub for arts and creativity. The Centre provides various programs, including Indigenous Leadership, thematic and self-directed residencies, and practicum programs for hands-on training. Key residencies cover diverse fields like Indigenous World Dance, Chamber Music and Opera, Indigenous Arts, Literary Journalism, and Visual Arts. The Centre is supported by the Government of Alberta, the Government of Canada, and private donors, functioning under Alberta's Post-Secondary Learning Act as a registered charity. Its mission is to advance creative potential, bringing together artists, leaders, and communities for collaborative and inspirational endeavors. The vision of the Centre is to be a catalyst for creativity and thought, fostering the realization of potential in a supportive environment. Situated on Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain, the Centre offers a unique setting that inspires participants to connect with their surroundings and each other.

Blue Mountain Center (BMC)

Blue Mountain Lake, New York, United States

Founded in 1982, Blue Mountain Center (BMC) is located in the Adirondack wilderness on historically Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe lands. Originally a 19th-century golf resort, it now serves as a nurturing refuge dedicated to social justice for artists, activists, writers, and cultural workers. Blue Mountain Center focuses on providing a space that facilitates both the creation of transformative works and the rejuvenation of its residents. The center emphasizes the integration of its residents with the local and global communities, providing a serene environment conducive to creative and restorative practices. BMC operates on the core values of racial, economic, and environmental justice, and gender equality, welcoming a diverse group of applicants particularly those producing work that reflects social and ecological concerns. BMC offers month-long residencies from June to September each year, supporting a range of creative disciplines including writing, filmmaking, and visual arts, among others. Residents are selected by an admissions committee of accomplished authors and artists through a process that prioritizes work aimed at a general audience with a clear social conscience. The residency provides studio space, accommodation, and communal living areas, all set against the backdrop of the scenic Blue Mountain Lake. This setting not only inspires artistic endeavors but also encourages personal well-being and community interaction, free from the distractions of everyday life such as cell phones and constant internet connectivity.

Boghossian Foundation Residency

Villa Empain, Brussels, Belgium

The Boghossian Foundation Residency, nestled in the Villa Empain's serene gardens in Brussels, offers a unique retreat for artists from diverse backgrounds. Established in the refurbished housekeeper’s building, the residency has been a creative sanctuary since its opening in 2010. Dedicated to fostering Eastern and Western cultural dialogue, the Foundation annually welcomes award winners from the Boghossian Foundation Prize in Lebanon and collaborates with Creative Armenia to host three Armenian artists each year. This vibrant residency serves as a laboratory for contemporary ideas, facilitating international interactions among artists, curators, writers, and scientists. Located in the Villa Empain, the residency provides a common living area, individual bedrooms, and a shared studio, available 24/7, for stays of two to three months.

Bundanon

Illaroo, Australia

Bundanon's Artists in Residence program, set within the cultural and natural landscape of Australia, is one of the most extensive of its kind nationally. Established by Arthur and Yvonne Boyd, the program has been operational since 1997, supporting over 250 artists annually across all creative disciplines, including visual arts, writing, music, and performance. Located in a region renowned for its scenic beauty, this program not only offers a retreat for artists but also a vibrant community space for creative exploration and public engagement. The residency facilities at Bundanon include studios, rehearsal spaces, and accommodation in single and shared apartments, as well as self-contained cottages capable of hosting up to 10 people. The program is designed to encourage artistic development without the pressure of specified outcomes, allowing for experimental and exploratory approaches to art-making. This supportive environment is supplemented by various fellowships and awards, aimed at providing financial assistance and facilitating creative growth. Structured through collaborations with various arts organizations and cultural agencies, Bundanon’s residency program serves as an incubator for innovative practices and a forum for cultivating deep connections among artists from around the world. With its commitment to diversity and inclusion, the program particularly encourages applications from First Nations artists, artists with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse artists, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Chateau d'Orquevaux (Château d'Orquevaux)

Orquevaux, France

The Chateau d'Orquevaux artist residency, set in France's tranquil Champagne-Ardenne, offers an idyllic environment for artists and writers. This program features private studios and bedrooms, set within a historic French chateau, providing a serene space for creative endeavors. All meals are included, allowing residents to fully immerse in their art without daily distractions. The Denis Diderot Grant, awarded to participants, assists with residency costs, highlighting the program's dedication to supporting artists. Community engagement is encouraged through artist presentations, literature nights, and group art activities, fostering a rich cultural exchange. The residency, accommodating around 15 artists at a time, ensures an intimate and supportive atmosphere. A welcoming champagne dinner introduces artists to the Chateau and fellow residents, setting the tone for a collaborative experience. The program, while offering vegetarian options, focuses on delivering a genuine regional culinary experience, enhancing the overall artistic journey.

Cité internationale des Arts

Paris, France

The Cité internationale des Arts, founded in 1965, is a renowned artist residency program in Paris, France. It facilitates cross-cultural dialogue and offers artists from around the world a platform to engage with the public and professionals. Annually, over 1,200 artists participate in the residency, with more than 300 new residents each month. The Cité collaborates with 135 long-standing partners from over 60 countries, fostering a rich environment for creative exchange. The residency provides 326 studios across two locations: Marais and Montmartre. These studios are designed to support various aspects of contemporary creation, offering spaces for production, experimentation, and research. Each studio, ranging from 20 m² to 60 m², includes a workspace, kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping area. Residents can host guests for extended periods, subject to additional charges. Artists can apply for residency through the Cité's selection committees or via its network of long-standing partners. The Cité organizes different commissions by discipline and thematic, and also collaborates with institutions to support emerging international talents through residency programs and grants.

Cove Park

Helensburgh, United Kingdom

Cove Park is an international artist residency centre on a 50-acre rural site overlooking Loch Long in Argyll, Scotland, near Helensburgh, hosting national and international artists, writers, researchers, and creative practitioners across all art forms and career stages.[1][3] The program supports research, experimentation, development, and production of new work in a supportive environment with communal facilities and events.[1][2] Residencies vary from funded opportunities with stipends and housing to self-funded stays, typically lasting 2-4 weeks.[1][2]

Cultural Center in New York Mills

New York Mills, United States

The Arts Retreat artist residency program of the Cultural Center in New York Mills focuses on providing dedicated artists time for creative development and exploration. The program offers a unique taste of life in rural Minnesota while allowing the artists virtually uninterrupted time in which to immerse themselves in their artwork. When the Cultural Center was founded its name was “The New York Mills Arts Retreat.” The artist retreat and residency program remains central to the mission, purpose, values, and vision of the Center today. Artists from all disciplines (performance, written, audio and visual media) will be considered for a residency. The selection committee awards residencies to artists based on artistic merit and commitment to the arts. There is just one artist at a time here on residency, which supports our focus on providing virtually uninterrupted time for creative development and exploration. We provide stays of two to six weeks for artists at NO COST for room (solo occupancy of a one-bedroom house and access to studio space in our Cultural Center). Each artist provides her or his own transportation and board. There is no stipend.

Fogo Island Arts

Fogo Island, Canada

Fogo Island Arts is an international residency program founded in 2008 that invites professional contemporary artists, curators, writers, filmmakers, musicians, designers, and thinkers to live and work on Fogo Island, Newfoundland, Canada, fostering creation, research, and connections around themes of sustainability, ecology, economy, and belonging.[1][2][3] Residents stay in saltbox houses within local communities, with access to individual studios in scenic locations, and are expected to engage publicly through presentations or workshops.[1][2] The program, part of the Shorefast Foundation, supports a range of disciplines and has specific opportunities like the fully funded 6-8 week Newfoundland and Labrador Artist Residency.[5]

Frenkiel and Ponti (Frenkiel & Ponti)

Montenero Val Cocchiara, Italy

The Frenkiel & Ponti Foundation, located in Montenero Val Cocchiara, offers a self-led artist residency program in a serene mountain setting. The foundation, continuing the legacy of Frenkiel and Ponti, who were deeply involved in the music and art scene in post-war U.S. and Italy, provides a space for artists to create without financial or time pressure. Residencies range from two to four weeks throughout the year, with specific deadlines for each session. Applications for the residency are open two months in advance and close one month prior to the start date. The program covers accommodation, work/project area, local transportation, food, and drink, but participants must arrange their flights and transfers from Naples. The residency hosts up to four creatives at a time, including artists, writers, sculptors, photographers, and musicians. Montenero Val Cocchiara, a small town with less than 300 residents, offers a tranquil environment for artists to explore new or existing practices. The residency includes a mix of traditional local cuisine and opportunities for cultural exploration in the surrounding areas. The foundation emphasizes a relaxed and supportive atmosphere, encouraging creative exchange among residents.

In Cahoots Residency

Sonoma County, California, United States

In Cahoots Residency, located in pastoral Sonoma County, California, offers a unique collaborative environment for artists. It provides housing and studio space for emerging and professional artists, focusing on artists' books, letterpress, printmaking, writing, and collaboration. The residency accommodates three to five artists at a time for sessions ranging from 6 days to 3 weeks. Artists are housed in private guest houses with kitchens and full bathrooms and have 24-hour access to shared studios or an individual writing studio. The residency encourages artists to pursue creative projects or research, with options for technical instruction or creative mentorship for an additional fee. A work-share session concludes each residency, where artists share their progress and are required to donate a piece of artwork to the In Cahoots Residency Archive. The facility includes a renovated barn for printmaking and book arts, a letterpress studio, and a separate book bindery, equipped with various presses and tools. Artists are responsible for their own cooking, with weekly rides to the grocery store provided for those without a car.

Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency (JTHAR)

Joshua Tree, California, United States

Founded in 2007, Joshua Tree Highlands Artist Residency (JTHAR) is a non-profit organization that offers a unique residency experience for artists from around the globe. Located near the stunning Joshua Tree National Park, JTHAR provides artists with scholarship funds, living accommodations, studio space, and opportunities for open studio events. The residency is designed to foster creativity, trust, courage, diversity, and acceptance, promoting opportunities for exploration, experimentation, and engagement with the vibrant local community. Each year, JTHAR invites six artists at various career stages and working in diverse media to create work amidst the natural beauty of the park. The selection process involves a review of applications by the JTHAR Board Members, based on the artist's portfolio and residency proposal. In addition to the standard scholarship, the Gothard Family Artist Scholarship offers a stipend to a residency recipient of African American heritage, specifically for visual artists. The residency provides individual houses for living and working, with the option to use a dedicated large studio space. Artists are expected to provide their own transportation, attend a mid-residency review, and have the option of an open studio exhibition or a Zoom presentation at the end of the residency. JTHAR encourages artists to immerse themselves in the inspiring environment of Joshua Tree, contributing to the cultural landscape and fostering connections within the artistic community.

Künstlerdorf Schöppingen (Kunstlerdorf Schoppingen)

Schöppingen, Germany

Since its founding in 1989, the Künstlerdorf Schöppingen in Germany has supported international artists through its residency program. Located in two historic manor houses from the early 19th century in Münsterland, close to the Dutch border, it offers a serene rural setting for creative work. The program awards around 40 grants annually in visual arts, literature, and composition, hosting artists for two to six months. Künstlerdorf Schöppingen emphasizes cross-disciplinary artistic exchange and personal and professional development in an international dialogue. The facilities include a garden, communal kitchen, workshop, library, gallery, and exhibition hall, fostering a variety of artistic processes and interactions. The program is known for its collegial advice, knowledge exchange, and non-competitive environment. The residency program is open to international artists of all ages and is selected by expert juries. In addition to the residency, Künstlerdorf Schöppingen organizes events like the CAP program to discuss artistic practices and strategies. An alumni program promotes ongoing exchange among former residents, and the center publishes an annual edition documenting the residency fellowships and programs.

Kunstnarhuset Messen (KH Messen)

Ålvik, Norway

Kunstnarhuset Messen (Arthouse Messen) in Norway offers a unique artist-in-residence program in the scenic Hardangerfjord area. Aimed at artists, musicians, writers, and thinkers, the residency fosters free expression and collaboration in a community setting. Housed in a historic 1918 building, the center provides space for both Norwegian and international artists across various disciplines. The program, accommodating up to six artists simultaneously for 1-3 months, includes shared living and working spaces, free material access, and exhibition opportunities. Emphasizing cultural exchange and nature-inspired creativity, Messen enriches the artistic journey with its stunning natural surroundings and vibrant local heritage.

La Chapelle Saint-Antoine

Chora, Naxos, Greece

La Chapelle Saint-Antoine is a unique artist residency located in the historic Kastro of Chora on the Greek island of Naxos. Set in a beautifully restored old Venetian house that once served as a monastery, the residency intertwines rich history with artistic creativity. It offers a tranquil and inspiring environment for artists from various disciplines and nationalities to develop their work. The residency program, running from April to November, accommodates two artists each month, providing them with private rooms, personal workshops, and shared living spaces. Artists at La Chapelle Saint-Antoine benefit from the serene surroundings and the cultural richness of Naxos, an island known for its diverse landscapes and historical significance. The residency emphasizes the importance of creative exploration, cultural exchange, and the development of new works. Additionally, it fosters a community-oriented atmosphere, where artists can share ideas and experiences. La Chapelle Saint-Antoine represents a bridge between the past and present, offering a unique space where art and heritage coalesce.

Les Récollets

Paris, France

Les Récollets is an 80-unit furnished international residence in Paris's 10th arrondissement dedicated to hosting established researchers, scientists, and artists from around the world. The center provides accommodation with hotel-like services and fosters interdisciplinary creative exchange among residents from diverse fields. It serves as a space for artists and researchers to develop specific projects while engaging with Paris's cultural institutions and community.

Marble House Project

Dorset, Vermont, United States

Marble House Project is an expansive, multi-disciplinary artist residency program situated in Dorset, Vermont. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration, sustainability, and community engagement by offering artists from a wide array of disciplines a place to live and work harmoniously. Focusing on conservation and organic food production, it invites artists to integrate with the natural surroundings and local community, aiming to foster both individual artistic growth and communal enrichment. With sessions running from mid-April through October, the program curates a diverse mix of approximately 60 artists annually, both from the United States and abroad, across all creative fields including visual arts, writing, choreography, music composition, performance, and culinary arts.

Millay Arts

Austerlitz, New York, United States

Millay Arts, founded in 1973 at "Steepletop," the historic estate of poet Edna St. Vincent Millay in Austerlitz, New York, offers multidisciplinary artist residencies. The nonprofit organization, located in the Hudson Valley, provides a serene environment for artists to deeply engage in their creative process from March through November. It hosts 6-7 artists for two-week or month-long stays, offering fully-subsidized Core Residencies and partially-subsidized Steepletop Residencies, as well as the Wintertide Rustic Retreat. Artists at Millay Arts benefit from the inspirational setting, with idyllic meadows and woods, and proximity to cultural institutions. The Core Residency, selected through a blind jury process, includes a stipend for groceries but not communal meals. The Steepletop Residency allows for advanced scheduling and the Wintertide Retreat offers a self-directed, quiet space for work or rest. Facilities include the Barn, a rustic space with studios and bedrooms, and the Main Building, featuring ADA-design, shared living spaces, and specialized suites. Millay Arts is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, supporting a wide range of artistic voices and fostering connections between artists and the local community.

Montello Foundation

Montello, Nevada, United States

The Montello Foundation, established to support artists who enhance our understanding of nature and its need for protection, offers a unique residency experience in the Nevada desert. Since its inception, the Foundation has been dedicated to fostering a deep appreciation and awareness of nature's fragility. Artists are encouraged to engage in creative exploration, contemplation, and innovation, reflecting on humanity's relationship with the natural world. Located in an isolated valley in Northeastern Nevada, the Foundation offers a retreat designed for solitary reflection amidst the desert landscape. The residency provides artists with a space that supports both their physical needs and their artistic work. The main structure, designed with minimal environmental impact, includes separate areas for living and working, promoting creativity and inspiration. Each year, the Foundation invites six artists from various disciplines and career stages to engage with the desert environment and the local community. The selection process for the residency is conducted by the Foundation's board members, focusing on the quality and relevance of the artists' work to the Foundation's mission. The residency experience is transformative, offering artists a chance to recalibrate and reassess their connection to nature and their creative process. The Foundation's commitment to solitude and reflection allows artists to immerse themselves in their work, free from the usual distractions of daily life. This approach has a profound impact on the residents, as evidenced by their reflections and the work they produce during their stay.

Nafasi Art Space

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Nafasi Art Space is Tanzania's leading independent, artist-led contemporary art centre offering an exchange-based residency programme where visiting artists work alongside 60+ member artists for 1-3 months.[2] The programme emphasizes active collaboration and knowledge exchange, with residents expected to deliver workshops and contribute to the local artistic community's development.[2]

Nirox Foundation

Krugersdorp, South Africa

The NIROX Foundation in Krugersdorp, South Africa, is a sculpture park and artist residency program located on a nature reserve in the Cradle of Humankind, offering artists studio spaces, full board and lodging, tools, curatorial guidance, and access to a 30-hectare park with over 50 installations.[1][2][3] It hosts artists from diverse fields for residencies typically lasting 1-3 months or 6-8 weeks, encouraging engagement with local communities, institutions, and the landscape while providing opportunities for workshops, exhibitions, and collaborations.[2][6][7] Since 2006, NIROX has hosted over 400 artists, fostering contemporary art production in a serene natural setting.[1][3]

Nubuke Foundation

Accra, Ghana

The Nubuke Foundation offers artist residencies at its Centre for Textiles and Clay in Loho, near Wa in Ghana's Upper West region, providing a self-directed program for artists, writers, designers, curators, scholars, and creatives to explore their practice. Started in 2022 under ACP-EU support, it has hosted over 15 participants and emphasizes textiles and clay while being open to diverse fields. Residents produce work-in-progress, public projects, exhibitions, and community engagements.

Obras Portugal

Alentejo region, Portugal

Located in the picturesque Alentejo region of Portugal, OBRAS Portugal is set in a 200-year-old stone building, embodying the quintessential Portuguese Monte. Overlooking a savanna-like landscape with a medieval fortress on the horizon, this artist residency offers a tranquil and inspiring setting. The residency consists of a main house with several apartments and workspaces, two cottages, four artists' studios, various open-air working places, and a swimming pool. The main house, Casa Principal, features seven apartments, a music room, and a meeting room, each designed to provide comfort and facilitate creativity. Casa Miradouro and Casa Vicente, the cottages, offer additional living and working space, boasting stunning views and terraces. Artists also have access to multiple studios, including a big hall for larger projects and performances. OBRAS Portugal provides a unique environment for artistic exploration, offering spaces for both solitude and interaction. From land art creations in the surrounding nature to shared dinners and open atelier events, the residency nurtures both the individual artistic process and community engagement. Its proximity to natural landscapes and historical sites, coupled with a range of artistic facilities, makes it an ideal destination for artists seeking a blend of cultural richness and creative freedom.

Pro Helvetia

Zürich, Switzerland

Pro Helvetia's residency programme enables artists from Switzerland and regions covered by its liaison offices to spend up to three months immersed in a different daily context, offering possibilities for artistic exchange, reflection, and the emergence of new work, collaborations, and ideas.

Raw Material Company

Dakar, Senegal

RAW Material Company's Ker Issa is a residency program established in 2011 that welcomes multidisciplinary artists, writers, researchers, and curators to engage with Dakar's contemporary art ecosystem. Operating as the residential component of RAW Material Company—a center for art, knowledge, and society—it has hosted over 50 practitioners from diverse nationalities in an intellectually rigorous and socially engaged environment.

Rimbun Dahan

Kuang, Malaysia

Rimbun Dahan is a private arboretum and arts centre in Kuang, Malaysia, established in 1994, offering residencies primarily for visual artists, choreographers, writers, and researchers from Southeast Asia to develop their work in a serene garden setting.[1][2][5] It provides various programs including the Southeast Asian Arts Residency for ASEAN artists (2 months, with accommodation, studio, stipend, and limited travel support) and paid options for non-ASEAN artists longer than one month.[1][4] The centre hosts 16-20 artists at a time across 5 studios, focusing on Malaysian and regional creators while welcoming international engagement.[2]

Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center

Bellagio, Italy

The Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center Residency Program, located in Lake Como, Italy, offers leaders including artists, scholars, and practitioners a four-week stay to advance breakthrough projects through focused work and interdisciplinary exchange.[1][4] Since 1959, it has hosted over 5,000 changemakers from more than 140 countries, fostering connections in a serene environment that sparks new ideas and collaborations.[2][9] Artists and writers create works addressing global issues, joining a network of alumni committed to positive impact.[5][8]

Sacatar Foundation

Itaparica, Brazil

Instituto Sacatar is the longest continuously-operating artist residency in Brazil, founded in 2001 on the island of Itaparica across the bay from Salvador, Bahia. The residency provides fully-funded fellowships to artists of all disciplines from around the world, hosting up to eight artists at a time across five annual sessions. Since its inception, Sacatar has awarded residencies to over 550 artists from more than 75 countries.

Saltonstall

Ithaca, New York, United States

The Constance Saltonstall Foundation for the Arts, situated in Ithaca, NY, offers residencies to New York State artists and writers across various disciplines, including poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, photography, filmmaking, painting, sculpture, and visual arts. These residencies are exclusive to full-time New York State residents or members of Indian Nations therein. The foundation provides a serene environment conducive to creativity, offering private living spaces, studios, and communal dining with vegetarian meals. Residencies range from one to four weeks, and a special week-long residency is available for artist/writer parents with dependent children. Applicants must be over 21 and are selected through an anonymous jury process based on their work samples and statements. The foundation covers residency costs, provides stipends, and accommodates dietary sensitivities. Saltonstall values diversity and encourages applications from artists and writers of various backgrounds. Residency alumni may reapply two years after their previous residency.

Santa Maddalena Foundation

Donnini, Italy

The Santa Maddalena Foundation in Donnini, Italy, is a writers' residency program established in 2000, offering fellowships to established and emerging writers, including those exploring humanity's relationship with the natural world. Located in a restored historic house and tower in Tuscany, it provides a supportive home-like environment with studio space, accommodations, and meals during residency periods from March 1st to June 30th (Spring/Summer) and October 1st to November 15th (Autumn). Fellowships last six weeks, are by invitation only, and cover all costs without fees for the writers.[1][2][3][5]

South Porch

Charleston, United States

South Porch Artists Residency, nestled in a historic Southern small town near Charleston, South Carolina, offers artists, writers, and thinkers a dedicated space and time for creative work. The residency is set in a gracious 19th-century property, fostering an intimate creative community atmosphere. It provides a flexible residency duration, ranging from four days to four weeks, allowing artists to engage with their projects at their own pace. The setting includes a front porch for summer contemplation, a lively fire for winter warmth, studio spaces for artistic endeavors, and private rooms for focused work. South Porch is committed to community enrichment, believing in the vital societal role of artists, writers, and scholars. The residency is supported by various local and national arts organizations and aims to foster meaningful interactions between artists and the Lowcountry community. Hosted by Brad Erickson and Brian Protheroe, who moved to Summerville with the dream of creating this residency, the property features a main house with historical significance and a newly completed ADA-accessible cottage with studio spaces. The studios are equipped with essential amenities for artistic creation, including natural light and necessary tools.

Spitsbergen Artists Residency

Longyearbyen (Svalbard), Norway

The Spitsbergen Artists Center, located in Longyearbyen, Norway, offers a unique artist residency program in the Arctic environment. It's situated in Nybyen, part of Longyearbyen, named after American John Munro Longyear, who founded the town in 1906 as a coal mining hub. The center, housed in a historical building constructed in 1947 as a store for miners, now focuses on fostering connections among artists from various countries and disciplines, emphasizing projects related to the Arctic and climate change. The residency operates year-round, inviting artists to engage in creative projects or research that involve the Arctic. Artists are encouraged to contribute to the community through exhibitions, workshops, or lectures during their stay. The facility includes private rooms, a common area with a fully equipped kitchen, shared bathrooms, and internet access. The residency costs 15,000 NOK per month, with an additional charge for double occupancy. The center also features a craft center, open for specific hours and events, showcasing and selling local artists' and craftspeople's work. Additionally, it provides an exhibition space for local and international artists to display works related to polar regions and climate change. Located at 78°12.2' N 015°35.3' E, the center is accessible by plane from Oslo and Tromsø. Visitors should be prepared for extreme weather conditions and aware of local safety guidelines, including precautions against polar bears. The residency does not accommodate children and may not be suitable for those with mobility challenges. There are no art or camera supply stores in Svalbard, so artists are advised to bring necessary materials.

The Arctic Circle

Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway

The Arctic Circle is an annual expeditionary residency program established in 2009, focusing on interdisciplinary collaborations among artists, scientists, architects, and educators. Participants explore the high-Arctic Svalbard Archipelago and Arctic Ocean aboard a specially equipped expedition vessel. The program encourages engagement in contemporary issues and professional development through fieldwork, research, and public engagement. It supports the creation and exhibition of new work, fostering individual creativity and collaborative efforts. The Arctic Circle accepts applications from international contemporary artists, scientists, architects, educators, and innovators. The program includes hotel accommodation in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, all meals on board, shore excursions, and access to onboard facilities. Participants are responsible for their transportation to and from Longyearbyen, Svalbard. The expeditions offer opportunities for personal projects and collaborations, with two distinct expedition opportunities aboard different vessels. Both vessels provide workspace, common areas, and privacy for productivity and creativity. The Arctic Circle team offers comprehensive support in expedition preparation and logistics planning, ensuring a safe and productive environment for all participants. The program takes place in the international territory of Svalbard, near the North Pole, offering a unique environment for artistic and scientific exploration.

The Good Hart Artist Residency

Harbor Springs, Michigan, United States

The Good Hart Artist Residency, located along the shores of Lake Michigan, offers 10-21 day stays for visual artists, writers, and composers. Each artist is provided with a private residence, a detached studio, a $500 stipend, and a kitchen stocked with basic foods, along with some home-cooked meals. Nestled in the woods along the "Tunnel of Trees," the residency allows artists to explore the natural beauty of Northern Michigan, including Lake Michigan, sand dunes, and various nature preserves. The residency emphasizes community engagement, with opportunities like Open Studio Saturdays for visual artists and connections with the Harbor Springs Festival of the Book for writers. Artists collaborate with local nonprofits to lead educational events or workshops. The residency encourages environmentally friendly practices and draws inspiration from the diverse local landscapes and weather conditions. Accommodations include a fully-furnished house with a master bedroom, living room, loft, kitchen, and full bath, along with amenities like WiFi and musical instruments. The studio, available from May to October, includes natural lighting, worktables, easels, and basic art supplies. The residency is designed with accessibility in mind and is located at 910 N. Lamkin Rd., Harbor Springs, MI. It fosters a blend of solitary creative time and community interaction, contributing to both the artist's growth and local engagement.

Toji Cultural Foundation

Wonju, South Korea

The Toji Cultural Foundation in Wonju, South Korea, offers a residency program primarily for foreign writers, artists, and scholars in various cultural and artistic fields, providing a space to create works in a natural, tranquil environment while interacting with Korean artists.[3][9] The program typically runs for two months from September to October, including accommodation, meals, and workspaces at the Toji Cultural Centre.[1][2][9] It supports creative activities without mandatory outputs, fostering friendships among 16-19 residents.[1][7]

Villa Decius

Kraków, Poland

The Villa Decius Institute for Culture in Kraków, Poland, operates the Artists' Residencies Centre, hosting multiple residency programs for writers, translators, visual artists, scriptwriters, playwrights, and persecuted creators from around the world. Each program provides housing in comfortable rooms at the historic Łaski's House within the Renaissance palace-park complex, along with monthly scholarships, travel reimbursements, and opportunities for professional development and cultural engagement. Specific initiatives include the Krakow UNESCO Residency, ICORN for at-risk artists, Artistic Scholarship for visual artists focused on Polish heritage, and others like Arts in Exile for literature, visual arts, and music.

Zaratan

Lisbon, Portugal

Zaratan AIR offers a multidisciplinary residency in Lisbon for emerging and professional artists, curators, and writers, targeting both international and Portuguese artists living abroad. The program, lasting 4 to 12 weeks, accommodates two artists at a time, fostering an experimental and collaborative environment. Residents are provided with private accommodation, a personal studio, and receive technical and promotional support, though specific technical facilities are not available. Regular interaction with Zaratan's curatorial team is encouraged, along with public presentations of their work. The application process is ongoing, with a selection committee evaluating submissions. The residency, operated on a not-for-profit basis by Zaratan gallery, requires a fee that covers accommodation, studio, and support, with artists often securing funding from their home countries.