INSTINC AIR program

To apply for our INSTINC AIR program, you can choose from two options. INSTINC has two open calls each year, giving artists who apply through this process priority in selecting their residency time period.

Additionally, we offer the opportunity to submit a spontaneous application for consideration. We carefully review all applications to ensure a thoughtful selection process, and selected applicants will be invited for a Google Meet interview.

How to Apply

Anyone who wishes to apply for this residency is required to submit this online form.

Duration

5 weeks / 9 Weeks / 13 weeks (90 days)

The residency is split into 2 sections: Production and Exhibition. For instance, 5 weeks of residency is equivalent to 4 weeks of Production + 1 week of Exhibition.

Candidates with longer availability will be prioritised. However still, we encourage artists with strong interest but limited flexibility in their schedules to get in touch. We are always open to discussions about potential alternative opportunities that may align with your commitments. For any questions, please email here.

INSTINC is located on Level 3 of BLK 39, which also houses the Singapore Art Museum, the nation’s only contemporary art museum.

INSTINC seeks for artists/creative individuals whose work embodies clear conceptual ideas + innovative approaches that resonate deeply with the contemporary art landscape.

As an independent artist-run space, INSTINC strives to sustain artistic independence and foster a vibrant community through inventive and daring partnerships. INSTINC encourages the exchange of creative practice among professionals in contemporary art through local and international collaborations. It aims to establish a platform where artists engage with the public through its exhibitions, workshops, artist-talks, and the renowned AIR program.

Over the years, INSTINC has been a proud host to over 120 international artists between 2009 and 2024, celebrating the synergy born from internal collaborations among like-minded creatives. The 24/25 AIR program is expected to sustain the success of past residencies, and continue to support the careers of participating artists.

We believe that 13 weeks (90 days) would be the most ideal span of time for a creative to be inspired, formulate, elaborate thus consummate a project to the fullest. Therefore, we highly recommend candidates to apply for a 90 days commitment. However, we understand that there are unchangeable circumstances to some. If this might be you, do not hesitate to contact us and we can discuss possible arrangements.

Eligibility

We welcome artists, artist duos, collectives, or any other creatives from any medium or discipline, irrespective of their geographical location, who are craving for a dedicated space and focused time in initiating, expanding and finalising a project.

Open to all local and international artists.

Outcome of Residency

Residing artists will be given an opportunity to exhibit in the gallery space of INSTINC for 1 week at the end of their residencies, regardless of the duration of residency. There will be an Artist Talk scheduled during the exhibition. Each artists will be included on the website of INSTINC, along with mention in the press release. During the residencies, social media posts will be scheduled for the promotion of artists and projects.

INSTINC STUDIOs: WCEGA TOWER

Google map link of INSTINC STUDIOS here.

Studio shared between you and another residing artist
Overall size: 1000 square feet / 92 m2

INSTINC SPACE GALLERY: TANJONG PAGAR DISTRIPARK (where SINGAPORE ART MUSEUM is located)

Google map link of INSTINC SPACE here.

Freshly renovated gallery space of approximately 50 m2
White walls, cement floor
5.8m high ceiling
Two movable partitions (230cm x 270cm x 43.5cm)

Cost of Residency paid by the artist

Duration	Residency Fee
5 Weeks	SG$3300
9 Weeks	SG$4400
13 Weeks (90 Days)	SG$5500

Accommodation and living expenses excluded. Please note that the residency fee mentioned above are to be covered by the artist. We have compiled a list of recommended accommodations here for your reference.

We are also partnering with Alma House Singapore to provide our artists-in-residence a variation of rooms to stay in the heart of Singapore, with a subsidised rate.

Provided by INSTINC

Programming and event support (open studio, exhibition, opening reception, artist talk)
Marketing and publicity support (website, e-news, social media, press release)
Documentation support ( photographs and videos for the final exhibition)