Portugal

Organizer Information Founded on the core belief that art is by its very nature fluid and unbound, the Nomad Art Prize is a prestigious international award celebrating contemporary visual arts and cross-border intercultural dialogues. Operating via a shifting geographic model, each edition of the prize migrates to a different major cultural city—transforming local landscapes into […]

Organizer Information PADA Studios is an independent, non-profit, artist-run organization founded in 2018. It is located on Lisbon’s South Bank in a historic industrial park with roots dating back to 1885. PADA provides a collaborative platform designed to give creators time, space, and curatorial support within a unique post-industrial environment. Title & Description PADA Research […]

Organizer Information The Lisbon Street Photo Fest (LSPF) is organized by Associação 351 Foto, an independent non-profit cultural association based in Lisbon, Portugal. The festival celebrates street photography as a vital voice in contemporary visual culture, bringing together a global network of creators through curated exhibitions, workshops, portfolio reviews, and photowalks. Title & Description Lisbon […]

Organizer Information Encontros da Imagem is a non-profit cultural association with over thirty years of history. It annually hosts one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious international photography and visual arts festivals in Braga, Portugal. The festival is a vital reference for both emerging and established artists, promoting visual literacy and the democratization of photography. […]

Organizer Information CASA PIP is an independent, artist-led residency platform based in rural central Portugal, dedicated to supporting filmmakers and audiovisual practitioners through slow, self-directed creative time in a natural environment. Unlike institutional or production-heavy residency models, CASA PIP is structured as a non-institutional, process-based retreat space designed to prioritize artistic freedom, reflection, and experimentation. […]

Organizer Information Shared Futures is a European cooperation initiative co-funded by the Creative Europe Programme of the European Union. The project operates at the intersection of culture, environmental awareness, and societal transformation, responding to the increasing demand for cross-sector collaboration in addressing complex global challenges. Rather than functioning as a traditional residency or production-based program, […]

Organizer Information Contextile is an international contemporary textile art biennial held in Guimarães, Portugal. It serves as a major platform for the reflection and dissemination of textile-based artistic practices, connecting local heritage with global contemporary discourse. The Textile Talks are a key component of the biennial, fostering critical dialogue and interdisciplinary Research. Title & Description […]

Organizer Information The OASis Lisbon Artistic Residencies programme is organised by Gerador, a Portugal-based non-profit founded in 2014 that focuses on promoting access to culture, journalism, and education. Gerador is known for its commitment to fostering creative participation and supporting emerging and interdisciplinary practices. The programme is developed in collaboration with the Goethe-Institut in Lisbon, […]

Organizer Information: AiR 351. An independent international visual arts residency program located in Cascais (Lisbon region), Portugal. The team provides curatorial and technical assistance, regular studio visits, and networking opportunities within the local art scene. Title & Description: Applications are open for the AiR 351 Grants & FLAD Grant 2026. This year, the organization is […]