Organizer Information
The Mondriaan Fund is the national Dutch organization supporting professional artists, curators, and cultural practitioners across the Visual Arts, Design, and Multidisciplinary fields. Its mission is to stimulate artistic innovation, international collaboration, and professional growth by providing grants, residencies, and project-based support. The Atelier Holsboer Residency, coordinated in partnership with the Cité internationale des arts in Paris, France, is a prestigious program that offers a fully equipped studio environment, financial assistance, and access to a thriving international arts community. The residency emphasizes professional development, cross-disciplinary exchange, and experimentation, offering artists, curators, and art observers a platform to create, research, and present new work in an inspiring urban setting.
Title & Description
Atelier Holsboer Residency – Paris, France (2027)
The Atelier Holsboer Residency is a six-month fully funded program designed for Visual Artists, Curators, and Art Observers to engage in intensive artistic practice in Paris. Residents are provided with a private studio located in the Cité internationale des arts, a historic international residency complex that houses creatives from around the world. The program offers financial support to cover living costs, travel, and project materials, while also providing access to shared workshops for printmaking, screen printing, and ceramics.
Participants have the opportunity to develop their personal practice, experiment with interdisciplinary approaches, and expand their professional networks. Both individual practitioners and collaborative duos are eligible, encouraging innovative projects and professional exchange. Residents are expected to use the studio actively, engage with the local arts community, and contribute to a vibrant international dialogue. The residency aims to foster visibility, research, and production while offering mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals affiliated with the Mondriaan Fund.
Categories
- Visual Arts
- Curatorial
- Printmaking
- Ceramics
- Film
- New Media
Eligibility
- Open internationally to professional artists, curators, and art observers, including applicants from the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
- Applicants must demonstrate a strong professional record in their discipline.
- Basic knowledge of French is recommended but not mandatory; language support and short courses are available.
- Both individuals and duos may apply; collaborative projects are encouraged. Duos must submit separate applications and clearly define collaborative roles.
- There is no age restriction.
- Applicants must have the capacity to dedicate six months to their practice in Paris.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Private studio in the Cité internationale des arts for six months, including basic amenities.
- Financial support to cover:
- Travel costs
- Living expenses
- Project materials and production costs
- Total funding allocation:
- Artists: €14,582
- Curators / Observers: €11,570
- Personal contribution: 10% of total grant; adjusted proportionally for duos.
- Access to shared workshops for ceramics, printmaking, and other production techniques.
- Mentorship opportunities and professional guidance to strengthen artistic development.
- Networking with other international residents to foster collaboration and exchange.
- Encouragement to produce new work, conduct research, or develop innovative curatorial projects.
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit a complete application through the Mondriaan Fund online system, including:
- Personal CV/biography
- Portfolio or documentation of previous work
- Detailed project proposal, including objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes
- Budget and financing plan for travel, living costs, and materials
- Statement of intent explaining artistic motivation and intended contribution to professional development
- For duos: clearly outlined collaborative approach, with separate applications for each participant
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 26 February 2026
- Jury Review: Following the application deadline
- Notification & Selection: Prior to residency start
- Residency Periods 2027:
- 2 February – 28 July 2027
- 3 August – 28 January 2028
Location
Paris, France
Additional Details
- Studios include basic kitchen and bathroom facilities; shared workshops provide access to technical resources.
- The residency fosters both individual experimentation and collaborative projects across Visual Arts, Curatorial, Printmaking, Ceramics, Film, and New Media.
- Residents are encouraged to present their work, engage in professional networking, and participate in community activities.
- Language courses and local support are available to help integrate international participants.
- The residency emphasizes the creation of new work, research, and development, while also fostering visibility in the international arts scene.