Organizer Information
The Gasworks is a prominent non-profit contemporary visual arts organization located in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 1994, Gasworks has established itself as a key institution supporting emerging and early-career artists through an internationally respected residency program. The organization hosts up to twenty residencies annually, inviting artists from across the globe to engage in research-driven, process-oriented practices. Gasworks is particularly known for fostering critical dialogue, experimentation, and cross-cultural exchange. Its program is designed to provide artists with the time, space, and professional support necessary to expand their practice within a global contemporary art context.
Title & Description
Gasworks Residency Open Call Algeria
This open call offers an 11-week fully funded residency for an early-career artist based in Algeria. The residency will take place at Gasworks in London from 30 September to 15 December 2026, supported by Selim & Houda Bouafsoun.
The program is self-directed, non-prescriptive, and process-based, emphasizing research, experimentation, and professional development rather than the production of a final exhibition. Artists are expected to independently lead their work while benefiting from Gasworks’ curatorial, administrative, and pastoral support.
Participants will engage with London’s dynamic art scene, develop new ideas, and build professional networks through studio visits, presentations, and interactions with artists and curators.
Categories
- Visual Art
- Installation
- Sculpture
- Painting
- Drawing
- Photography
- Video / Film
- Sound Art
- Mixed Media
- Interdisciplinary Practices
Eligibility
- Open exclusively to early-career contemporary visual artists based in Algeria
- Applicants of all ages are eligible
- Must work within contemporary visual art disciplines
- Required to have at least a moderate level of spoken English
- Must be able to discuss their work comfortably in English
- Only individual artists may apply (no duos or collectives)
- Applicants must be available for the full residency period
Program Benefits & Awards
- Private, fully accessible studio with 24-hour access
- Accommodation in Gasworks’ shared Residency House
- Return economy flights and airport transfers
- Full visa support and coverage of visa costs
- Weekly stipend of £175 for living expenses
- Materials budget up to £800
- Prepaid Transport for London (Zones 1–2) travel card
- Participation in an Open Studio event and presentation (13 December 2026)
- Access to basic tools and AV equipment
- A dedicated residency webpage, including a professionally produced video interview
- Networking opportunities and at least two studio visits with art professionals
- Continuous curatorial, administrative, and pastoral support
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit a single PDF file (max. 15MB) including:
- Cover sheet with contact details and relevant links
- 250-word artist statement
- 250-word residency proposal (research/work plan)
- Portfolio (up to 15 works) with captions and descriptions (max. 100 words each)
- CV/Resume (maximum 3 pages)
- Optional supporting documents (press, publications, etc.)
Optional: Applicants may submit audio/video responses (via links) instead of written statements.
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 27 April 2026
- Shortlisted Interviews: Week beginning 4 May 2026 (online)
- Final Notification: Week beginning 18 May 2026
- Residency Period: 30 September – 15 December 2026
- Open Studio Event: 13 December 2026
Location
London, United Kingdom
Additional Details
- The residency is strictly for individual artists; duos and collectives are not eligible due to funding and accommodation limitations.
- Gasworks provides a fully accessible building and can arrange accessible accommodation if required.
- Family members (partners/children) are not accommodated, though applicants may arrange separate stays independently.
- A shortlist of four candidates will be invited to interviews before final selection.
- Priority is given to artists who have not previously had opportunities to work in London.
- Due to the high volume of applications, individual feedback is not provided to unsuccessful applicants.
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to research Gasworks’ previous residencies to understand the context and expectations of the program.