Essere open call, deadline Nov 15, 2026

Essere Residency is a self-directed programme in rural Tuscany designed to support creative development across all artistic disciplines and career stages, emphasising personal growth and artistic exploration over production requirements. The residency combines dedicated studio time with evening talks from resident artists, group meals, and optional individual mentorship, fostering exchange within an international community of practitioners. The programme prioritises creative process and inner development within a supportive environment that accommodates both project completion and new artistic inquiry.Apply with: Apply with: Artist statement · Project description · Work samples · Letter of referenceEligibility: English language requiredHelp with this applicationAI help · $19 per application, per service · No subscription requiredApplication Partner →Prepare your application and filesCritical Read →Check your draft before you submitContinue to the listing on artistcommunities.org ↗Remind me 7 days before the deadlineOne email on November 8, 2026. Free account, no newsletter.Listing found on artistcommunities.org. Always confirm details on the residency’s own site before applying.About EssereThe Essere Residency is a self-directed program designed to support the creative and personal growth of writers, artists, and creatives of all disciplines. Located in Tuscany, Italy, this residency offers an inspiring environment with a focus on inner wellbeing and artistic exploration.Full profile and reviews →Similar open callsClosing in November 2026Open calls in ItalyResidencies in SienaAll open callsNot this one? Ask which Italy residency fits your work.Ask in your own words — drawn from 2,700+ residencies and live open calls, grounded in real reviews.Ask Intel →Which residencies in Italy fit my practice, and which of them are actually funded?Looking for funding beyond residencies? International grants, awards and fellowships are included in paid Intel and its trial.Similar open callsClosing in November 2026Open calls in ItalyResidencies in SienaAll open calls