Sweden
Organizer Information This residency is developed within the framework of Next Stage+, an international incubation initiative supported by the Creative Europe Program of the European Union. The program is designed to strengthen emerging and established cultural professionals by providing structured opportunities for artistic development, transnational exchange, and capacity-building within the cultural and performing arts sector. […]
Organizer Information Fotografiska is a contemporary museum of photography, art, and cultural programming with international locations in Stockholm, Berlin, Shanghai, Tallinn, and upcoming expansion into Oslo. Since its founding in 2010, Fotografiska has developed into one of Sweden’s most prominent cultural institutions, combining exhibition-making with hospitality, education, and cross-disciplinary cultural programming. The institution operates as […]
Organizer Information STPLN is a Sweden-based innovation and production hub located in Malmö, working at the intersection of art, technology, urban development, and social innovation. The organization functions as a platform for experimental cultural production, supporting practitioners who engage with participatory methods, interdisciplinary collaboration, and public-space interventions. STPLN is known for hosting residencies, workshops, and […]
Organizer Information The residency is organized by Uppsala Konstnärsklubb (Uppsala Artists’ Association), a local artist-run association based in Uppsala. The organization is dedicated to strengthening the role of artists in society and fostering contemporary artistic practice through exhibitions, public programs, and collaborative initiatives. In this context, the residency is developed as a pilot international exchange […]
Organizer Information Galleri Format is a well-established gallery dedicated to contemporary photography and lens-based practices, located in Malmö, Sweden. The gallery plays a significant role in the Nordic art scene by supporting both emerging and established artists working with photography, video, and film. Galleri Format is known for its commitment to presenting innovative and experimental […]
Organizer Information Southnord is a cultural platform dedicated to supporting Afro-Nordic artists through exhibitions, networking, and professional development. They organize events like the Southnord Artfest and annual open calls to showcase emerging talent across the Nordic region, promoting cross-cultural dialogue and artistic innovation. Title & Description UPNEXT Exhibition 2026 –for Emerging Afro-Nordic Artists UPNEXT 2026 […]
Organizer Information: Region Uppsala, in partnership with the Quilt Academy of Sweden and Uppsala Municipality. The residency is situated in the countryside at the Quilt Academy of Sweden, a short drive north of the city of Uppsala. Title & Description: Applications are open for the Artist Residency Art ‘n Fiber® 2026. This unique 3-week residency […]
Organizer Information: PARSE (Platform for Artistic Research Sweden). PARSE is an online international artistic research publishing platform based in The Artistic Faculty at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. It publishes open-access research and organizes events that facilitate dialogue, publication, and open peer review. Title & Description: Applications are open for External Editors for PARSE Journal […]
Organizer Information: Pro Artibus Foundation, supported by The Swedish Cultural Foundation in Finland. The foundation runs multiple short and long-term residency programs across Finland—including Tammisaari, Vasa, and Korpo—often in collaboration with Åbo Akademi University to integrate contemporary art into education and marine biology. Title & Description: The Pro Artibus Foundation offers four distinct residency tracks […]