CFAs: International Studio and Curatorial Program (India)

Deadline: 14-Sep-2026

The Inlaks Residency at the International Studio and Curatorial Program (ISCP) in Brooklyn, New York, supports Indian artists and curators through a three-month international residency from May to July 2027. The program provides professional development opportunities, studio access, cultural visits, networking, accommodation and living support, and travel assistance.

About the Inlaks Residency at ISCP

The Inlaks Residency at the International Studio and Curatorial Program (ISCP) is a collaborative initiative of the Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation and ISCP in New York. The residency is designed to help emerging and established Indian artists and curators gain international exposure, develop their professional practices, and engage with New York’s contemporary art community. The program provides participants with access to professional networks, cultural institutions, visiting critics, exhibitions, talks, and other opportunities that can strengthen their artistic or curatorial careers. What Does the Residency Support? The residency supports professional and creative development through a combination of studio access, mentoring, cultural engagement, and international networking.

Participants can benefit from

A private, furnished studio available 24 hours a day. Regular studio visits with visiting critics. Field trips to museums, galleries, and cultural institutions. Opportunities to participate in ISCP Talks. Opportunities to engage with ISCP’s Exhibition Program. Connect with artists and cultural professionals from different countries. Why Is the Inlaks Residency Important? International residencies can provide artists and curators with dedicated time, professional networks, and exposure to new cultural environments. The Inlaks Residency offers these opportunities through its connection with ISCP, an international residency platform in Brooklyn. Participants can use the residency to develop their practice while engaging directly with New York’s museums, galleries, artists, curators, critics, and cultural institutions. The program therefore combines artistic development, international networking, cultural exchange, research, and professional visibility. What Does ISCP Provide? The International Studio and Curatorial Program provides an environment where international artists and curators can develop their work and interact with the broader New York art community. During the residency, participants have access to: A private furnished studio. Visiting critics. Studio visits. Cultural field trips. Talks and professional events. Exhibition-related opportunities.

Participatory projects

International peer networks. These resources allow residents to continue their creative or curatorial work while developing new professional connections. How Does the Residency Work? The residency can be understood in several stages:

Application: Eligible Indian artists and curators submit their applications according to the program requirements.

Selection: Applications are assessed and participants are selected.

Residency preparation: Selected participants prepare for their relocation to New York.

Studio-based work: Residents receive access to their private furnished studio and develop their artistic or curatorial practice.

Professional engagement: Participants take part in studio visits, talks, field trips, exhibitions, and other ISCP activities.

Networking: Residents connect with artists, curators, critics, museums, galleries, and cultural organisations.

Residency completion: Participants complete their three-month residency and continue developing the professional relationships and work established during the program. What Should Applicants Prepare? Applicants should carefully prepare their application materials and ensure that their artistic or curatorial practice is clearly presented. The purpose of undertaking an international residency. What they hope to develop or research during the residency. How the New York experience will contribute to their professional development. Relevant supporting materials requested in the application. Applicants should ensure that all information is accurate and consistent with their supporting documents. Common Mistakes to Avoid Applicants should avoid common problems that can weaken an application. Applying without confirming the age and nationality requirements. Failing to demonstrate that they are residing in India at the time of application. Providing an unclear description of their artistic or curatorial practice. Not explaining why an international residency is important to their professional development. Submitting incomplete supporting materials. Overlooking the restriction concerning previous Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation overseas grants. Failing to confirm availability for the full May–July 2027 residency period. Frequently Asked Questions What is the Inlaks Residency at ISCP? The Inlaks Residency at ISCP is an international residency program for eligible Indian artists and curators. It provides studio access, professional development, cultural engagement, networking opportunities, and financial support for a residency in Brooklyn, New York. Where will the residency take place? The residency will take place at the International Studio and Curatorial Program (ISCP) in Brooklyn, New York, United States. When will the 2027 residency take place? The 2027 residency is scheduled from 1 May 2027 to 31 July 2027, for a period of up to three months. Who can apply for the Inlaks Residency? Eligible applicants must be Indian passport holders residing in India at the time of application and must have been born on or after 1 January 1991. The opportunity is intended for artists and curators. What financial support is provided? The residency includes a stipend for accommodation and living expenses in New York City and travel costs, in addition to access to the furnished studio and professional development opportunities. Can someone who previously received an