Luciole Residency 2027 — Visual Arts & Writing Residency in France

Overview

The Résidence Luciole is a research and creative residency in visual arts and writing for young artists, self-taught practitioners, and anyone wishing to commit to a life as an artist who needs this step to support and encourage them toward that path. Two recipients each receive a full-board stay at the Association Tournefou, a restored 18th-century farmhouse in the Aube department of France's Grand Est region.

Program Benefits

• Full-board stay at Association Tournefou for two months (May 1 – June 30, 2027), valued at €2,500
• 22 m² creative workshop with independent studio, or individual room with shared kitchenette
• Full meal coverage included

Eligibility

Open to young artists, self-taught practitioners, and anyone wishing to commit to a life as an artist who needs this residency to support and encourage that development.

How to Apply

• Email: [email protected] (subject line: "Luciole")
• By post: Association Tournefou, 4 rue du Tournefou - Pâlis, 10190 Aix-Villemaur-Pâlis

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: September 15, 2026
• Response to candidates: end of October 2026
• Residency period: May 1 – June 30, 2027

Fees

• Application fee: None
• Security deposit ('caution'): €200 for accommodation

Selection

Applications are reviewed by a multi-party jury composed of members of the Association Tournefou and other artists and professionals from the arts field. Particular attention is given to applications that consider art as foundational to our shared future and that propose a resolutely poetic body of work.

Contact

• Phone: +33 3 25 40 58 37
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: association-tournefou.com
• Nearest train stations: Nogent-sur-Seine (30 min), Troyes (35 min), Saint Florentin–Vergigny (45 min); the association can arrange pick-up from the station if notified in advance