Organizer Information:
Glasgow Ceramic Studio, based in Scotland, is a leading ceramics hub supporting artists at all career stages. Established over 25 years ago, the studio provides fully equipped workspaces, kilns, and community engagement opportunities. It hosts exhibitions, residencies, workshops, and events to foster the growth of ceramic arts locally and internationally, creating a collaborative environment for makers worldwide.
Title & Description
Glasgow Ceramic Studio International Mid-Career Residency 2026
This residency invites established ceramic artists based outside the United Kingdom to undertake an immersive residency in Glasgow. Participants will focus on developing their ceramic practice within a supportive community of local and international artists. The program encourages experimentation, skill development, and professional networking, offering time and space for intensive studio work, engagement with the Scottish ceramics scene, and potential collaboration with resident and visiting artists.
Categories
Ceramic Arts, Visual Art, Sculpture
Eligibility
- Mid-career ceramic artists (approximately 5+ years of professional practice preferred)
- International applicants (residing outside the UK)
- Applicants must demonstrate commitment to their practice and interest in contributing to the discourse of ceramic arts in Scotland
- No age restriction specified
Program Benefits & Awards
- 3-month residency (June–August 2026; flexible start dates may be considered)
- Studio space in a shared open-plan environment
- Access to kilns (electric and gas), glaze room, drying room, wheels, plaster area, slab roller, lathe, and hand-building tables
- Honorarium of £1,500 (to support flights, accommodation, materials, or firing costs)
- Opportunities to participate in exhibitions and skill-sharing events
- Networking with local artists, interns, and workshop participants
- Experience Scotland’s cultural and artistic environment
Application Fee
- Not specified; applicants should refer to the 2026 Information Pack
Application Requirements
- Completed application form (downloadable from the studio website)
- Project proposal or statement outlining intended work during residency
- CV and portfolio of recent work
How to Apply?
Download the Application Form and information pack, then submit your completed application via email to: gcsartistresidency@gmail.com
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 10 January 2026
- Notification Date: 23 January 2026
- Residency Period: June 1st to August 31st
Location
Glasgow, Scotland
Additional Details
- Accommodation is not provided, but GCS can assist in finding local rooms for rent
- Residents are responsible for firing costs, particularly for gas kiln usage
- Studio space is on a mezzanine accessed by stairs; artists with access needs should contact GCS in advance
- Artists retain copyright; GCS receives rights for exhibition and promotional purposes
Website Link: https://glasgowceramicstudio.com/mid-career-residency/
