Entries open for Art Explora Residency Program

Deadline: 30-Oct-26

The Art Explora Residency Program is inviting applications from artists, collectives, researchers, curators, and writers of all nationalities for 3- or 6-month residencies in Paris, France. The programme supports creative and research projects across the arts, humanities, social sciences, cultural studies, history, technological innovation, and ecology. It welcomes both individual and collective practices, providing selected residents with financial support, accommodation, workspace, travel assistance, production funding, and access to professional and local networks. Applications are available for two residency sessions: March–August 2027 and September 2027–February 2028.

About the Art Explora Residency Program

The Art Explora Residency Program provides artists and researchers with dedicated time and resources to develop creative or research projects in Paris. The programme supports both individual practitioners and collaborative groups through two separate tracks:

- SOLO Programme: For artists and writers developing individual creative or research projects.

- COLLECTIVE Programme: For groups of artists, researchers, and curators working collaboratively.

The residency environment is designed to provide participants with the space, funding, facilities, and professional connections needed to advance their projects. Who Can Apply? The programme is open to applicants from all nationalities and does not impose an age restriction.

Eligible applicants include:

- Artists. - Writers. - Researchers. - Curators. - Artist collectives. - Collaborative groups of artists, researchers, and curators. Applicants must demonstrate at least five years of professional activity and an international track record of exhibitions or research. Eligible Disciplines The residency supports projects across a broad range of creative and research disciplines.

Eligible areas include:

- Visual arts. - Performance and live arts. - Digital arts. - Curatorial practices. - Humanities. - Social sciences. - Cultural studies. - History. - Technological innovation. - Ecology. The programme therefore provides opportunities for both artistic and research-based projects. SOLO Programme The SOLO Programme is designed for artists and writers pursuing individual creative or research projects. Selected SOLO residents can choose between a 3-month or 6-month residency in Paris. The programme provides a fully equipped studio-apartment along with financial and professional support to help residents develop their projects. SOLO Programme Funding and Benefits SOLO residents receive several forms of support during their residency.

Benefits include:

- A 3- or 6-month residency in Paris. - A fully equipped studio-apartment. - A monthly living grant of EUR 1,000. - A production grant of up to EUR 3,000. - Round-trip travel to and from Paris. - Access to production facilities. - Access to local professional networks. The combination of accommodation, living support, production funding, and professional connections is intended to give residents dedicated time and resources to develop their work. COLLECTIVE Programme The COLLECTIVE Programme supports groups of artists, researchers, and curators working together on collaborative projects. The COLLECTIVE residency lasts 3 months and provides shared accommodation and workspace for participating members. The programme is designed to facilitate collaborative research, artistic development, and interdisciplinary exchange. COLLECTIVE Programme Funding and Benefits

Selected collectives receive:

- A 3-month residency in Paris. - A shared monthly living grant of EUR 2,000. - A production grant of EUR 3,000. - Round-trip travel for each member, up to a maximum of EUR 2,000. - Shared accommodation. - Shared workspace. These resources are intended to help collectives focus on developing and producing their collaborative projects during their time in Paris. Professional Experience Requirement Applicants must demonstrate at least five years of professional activity. The programme also requires applicants to have an international track record of exhibitions or research. Applicants should therefore present a clear record of their professional practice and relevant international experience as part of their application. No Age Restriction There is no age restriction for the Art Explora Residency Program. The programme is therefore open to eligible applicants at different stages of their professional careers, provided they meet the required professional experience and international track-record criteria. International Eligibility The residency programme is open to all nationalities. Artists, writers, researchers, curators, and eligible collectives from around the world can apply, subject to meeting the programme’s professional eligibility requirements. Residency Sessions Applications are accepted for two residency periods.

The available sessions are:

- March–August 2027 - September 2027–February 2028 Applicants should select the residency period that best matches their project development needs and availability. How to Prepare a Strong Application Applicants should present a clear and well-developed creative or research project.

A strong application should demonstrate:

- A clear project concept. - The relevance and significance of the proposed work. - At least five years of professional activity. - An established international track record. - The applicant’s previous artistic or research practice. - How the Paris residency will contribute to the development of the project. - How the requested production support will be used. - For collectives, a clear explanation of the collaborative approach and roles of participating members. Applicants should ensure that their proposed project is achievable within the selected residency period. Why the Art Explora Residency Program Matters Residencies can provide artists and researchers with valuable time away from routine professional commitments to focus on exp