Organizer Information:

Sir John Soane’s Museum, supported by the Jerwood Foundation, hosts this prestigious residency program. Located in the heart of London, the Museum was the home and office of the neo-classical architect Sir John Soane. The residency centers on the historic Drawing Office, where Soane’s apprentices once worked, which was meticulously restored in 2023.

Title & Description:

Applications are now open for the Jerwood Artist in Residence at the Soane 2026.

The program hosts two residents per year for three months each (Spring and Autumn). Residents are invited to use the Drawing Office as a workspace while engaging with the Museum’s world-class collections, archives, and education programs. The residency aims to foster contemporary dialogue with Soane’s legacy, encouraging original approaches to the Museum’s unique spatial and historical context.

Category:

Drawing & Architecture.

(Open to artists, architects, designers, and makers).

Eligibility:

  • Who: Practitioners at any career stage. Applications from individuals and collaborations are welcome.
  • Key Requirement: Drawing must be central to the applicant’s practice, encompassing both observational and conceptual approaches.
  • Commitment: Selected artists must commit to a minimum of 12 days of work (on-site or in-studio) over the three-month period.

Program Benefits & Awards:

  • Stipend: An honorarium of £4,000 is provided to cover materials, travel, and expenses.
  • Access: Direct access to the Museum’s archive, library, and collections for research and inspiration.
  • Accommodation: An additional allowance for accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the managers.

Application Fee:

Free.

Program Costs:

  • The program does not cover international travel expenses or visa application fees for artists based outside the UK.

Application Requirements:

Candidates must register via the ArtOpps portal and submit:

  1. A one-page CV.
  2. Up to 6 recent works (with up to 3 supporting images each).
  3. Statements regarding the relevance of drawing to your practice, your proposed approach to the residency, and how you plan to document the experience.

Key Dates:

  • Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 (17:00 GMT).
  • Interviews: April 16, 2026.
  • Residency Windows: Spring (Starts April 2026) or Autumn (Starts September 2026).

Location:

London, United Kingdom.