Aviário Studio Photography Residency 2027

Overview

Aviário Studio Photography Residency provides technical conditions, time, and space for artists to develop ideas and try new approaches in a creative environment. The residency promotes connection between artists from different backgrounds and the exchange of knowledge and experiences. It can be a moment of transition focused on experimentation and research, or a point of consolidation for producing a new body of work.

Key dates

• Application deadline: October 7, 2026

Eligibility

Open to artists based anywhere in the world at any stage of career. Must be over 21 years old at time of arrival. Spouses/partners allowed for full stay (non-collaborators). May apply as a team.

Residency length

• 2 weeks to 6 months

Fees

• 2 weeks - 600 €
• 3 weeks - 900 €
• 4 weeks - 1,200 €
• 5 weeks - 1,500 €
• 6 weeks - 1,800 €
• Studio support (training or assistance) - 20€ per hour
• Application fee - 0 €

Available facilities

• Darkroom (black and white analog photography lab) with enlarger, drying racks, light tables, and UV light exposure unit (150 x 120 cm)
• Printmaking: etching press, inking table, large exposure unit, silkscreen studio with large sinks and washout room
• Painting workspace with easels and oil painting supplies
• Drawing benches and paper workspace with cutting table (240 x 140 cm), paper guillotine (80 cm), and paper soaking sinks
• Woodworking tools: tablesaw, bandsaw, router table, jointer, planer, and wood vises
• Ceramics workspace with electric wheels
• Metal workshop with bench grinder and blacksmithing anvils, stakes, and hammers
• Well-ventilated spray room
• Shared studios and private studios available

Residency types

Choose from Self-directed Residency, Guided Art Residency, or Assisted Production Residency (visit website for details).

Application requirements

• Artists must be able to cover residency fees, travel, materials, and food

Housing & support

Private bedroom in shared housing facility on campus. Partially accessible (50% or more). No artist stipend or travel stipend available. External grant applications encouraged.