Short Description
ILLAPSE is the artist residency program of Lapse. The program offers a studio space in Barcelona where artists and other professionals within the field of contemporary art can develop their work. The ILLAPSE studio is located within the Lapse facilities, where the resident will share common areas with three other artists.
Residents are welcomed to give a public presentation of their work, either during an open studio session or in the form of a talk. Lapse welcomes proposals that incorporate a wide range of media and contemporary artistic practices. We are particularly interested in innovative projects that prioritize interdisciplinary experimentation and the exchange of knowledge across fields and cultures. By fostering collaboration and dialogue, our aim is to enrich the creative process and generate unique perspectives — blending diverse methodologies and viewpoints to create impactful results.
Eligibility
Call for applications: Currently open for fall and winter to national and international artists.
Duration: 1, 2, or 3 months
Accommodations: We do not provide housing, but we can assist you with recommendations for your stay in the city.
Number of external residents per cycle: 1
Who
Disciplines: ILLAPSE welcomes a range of artistic approaches, but we are not equipped for practices that require significant space, tools, or technical infrastructure. Performance, ceramics, large-scale or materially intensive work may not be feasible within the residency. We ask applicants to consider the space’s limitations when proposing a project.
How to Apply
Online Application
Program Benefits & Awards
The residency provides a private studio space within Lapse (with shared facilities), time and context to develop your practice, and connection to a small, independent network in Barcelona. Residents are encouraged to hold an open studio during their stay.
Entry Fee
The participation fee to be paid by the artist is of 500€ per month. As a self-organized, non-funded initiative, this fee helps us maintain the space. We aim to keep it as accessible as possible. If cost is a barrier, feel free to contact us — we are open to conversation.
Location
Barcelona, Spain
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 3 August 2025
Website Link: https://lapse.org.es/illapse
