Art Residencies 2025/2026

Contents:

• Individual residence in Peredelkino
• Art communal apartment in Kolomna
• Chelyabinsk Tower
• 8 weeks in Fez
• The heritage of the Finno-Ugric peoples
• Villa in Tuscany

The creative process requires space, time, and fresh air, and artists need a nurturing environment and new experiences to be inspired. We've compiled information about artist residencies currently accepting applications. These residencies provide unique opportunities for creativity and exchange, fostering artistic development and broadening horizons. Don't miss the chance to participate in projects that can enrich your creative path and help you find new inspiration.

Individual residence in Peredelkino

The deadline for applications is July 31, 2025. Please ensure that your application fully meets all requirements and is submitted by the deadline. Missing this date may result in your inability to participate in the project. Don't miss your opportunity to submit your application on time.

The event will run from October 1 to 22, 2025, and from November 19 to December 10, 2025.

The opportunity to create in the birthplace of Bibigon and Brundulyak is available not only to writers and translators, but also to artists, musicians, and researchers. Applications are currently open for fall and winter individual residencies in the writers' village of Peredelkino, located near Moscow. This is a unique opportunity for creative people to develop their ideas and projects in an inspiring atmosphere.

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Creative Ghetto: The History and Development of the Literary Village of Peredelkino

Peredelkino is a unique place, known as the center of Russian literature and creativity. This small village has become home to many writers, poets, and artists. Its history begins in the early 20th century, when in the 1920s, creative individuals began settling here, seeking an atmosphere for inspiration and work.

The literary community that formed in Peredelkino became an important part of the country's cultural life. Such giants of Russian literature as Boris Pasternak, Anna Akhmatova, and Joseph Brodsky lived and worked here. This place embodies the spirit of freedom and creativity, which attracts new authors and artists.

Over time, Peredelkino has not lost its appeal. Today, it continues to attract creative people, as well as tourists interested in Russia's literary heritage. Local events such as literary festivals, exhibitions, and master classes foster the development of the cultural environment and support the traditions of literary brotherhood.

Peredelkino is not just a geographical point on the map, but a symbol of creative exploration and literary heritage that continues to inspire generations of writers and art lovers.

Art communal apartment in Kolomna

Applications will open in October 2025. Make sure you are prepared for this important stage to submit your documents on time and have a chance to participate. Prepare all the necessary materials in advance to avoid delays and missed opportunities. Stay tuned for updates and details to stay informed of all changes and requirements.

Event dates are determined individually. Each project has its own unique requirements and features, allowing us to tailor the schedule to the specific needs of our clients. We consider every aspect to ensure the best possible result and meet expectations.

Applications for the Venedikt Erofeev and Communal Lifestyle Museum in Kolomna are open in October. "Artkommunalka" is a cultural center that hosts artists and writers throughout the year. Museum residents can spend anywhere from two weeks to two months here, ensuring a constantly refreshed creative atmosphere and an exchange of ideas. This is a unique opportunity for creative people to contribute to the cultural space and gain inspiration from connecting with like-minded people.

Chelyabinsk Tower

Applications are due by July 31, 2025. Don't miss your opportunity to submit your application by the deadline. Please ensure all necessary documents are prepared and meet the requirements.

The event will take place in August 2025.

Artists whose lives have been connected with Chelyabinsk or the Southern Urals are invited to explore themes of the abandoned home, urban melancholy, and complex melancholy. The residency is located in a historic building—a water tower built in 1911, located at the highest point of the city. This unique space inspires creative experimentation and deep reflection on the past and present.

8 weeks in Fez

The application deadline is July 15, 2025. Please ensure your application is submitted on time to avoid missing the deadline and ensure your opportunity to participate.

The event is scheduled to run from September to October 2025 and will last from 1 to 8 weeks.

There is still an opportunity to meet the deadline and participate in a unique residency in the Moroccan city of Fez. The Medina of Fez is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Organizers invite you to find inspiration in the narrow streets of this ancient city and build a creative community united by a love of its unique atmosphere. The residence covers all expenses for accommodation, but travel and food costs are not covered.

The Heritage of the Finno-Ugric Peoples

The application deadline is August 10, 2025. Please ensure all necessary documents and information are prepared in advance to avoid delays. Don't miss the opportunity to submit your application within the specified deadline.

The event will run from October 16 to December 8, 2025.

At the end of this year, Narva, Estonia, will host an art residency dedicated to the cultures of the Finno-Ugric peoples. This event aims to rethink and renew the cultural heritage of these small nations. Artists, performers, musicians, and theater professionals are invited to participate to jointly explore and interpret the unique traditions and customs of Finno-Ugric cultures. The art residence will become a platform for creative exchange and interaction, contributing to the preservation and popularization of cultural heritage.

Villa in Tuscany

Applications are open year-round.

The event runs from April to October. This period is ideal for organizing activities, as it allows for favorable weather conditions and the maximum number of sunny days. Participants will be able to enjoy a variety of events and outdoor activities during these months.

Villa Lena offers a unique opportunity for artists to spend four weeks in the picturesque Tuscan countryside. This ancient estate features a spacious 120-square-meter art studio, as well as ceramics and carpentry workshops. Here, all the conditions for creative inspiration and the implementation of artistic projects in the secluded and beautiful atmosphere of Tuscany have been created.

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