Organizer Information
The OASis Lisbon Artistic Residencies programme is organised by Gerador, a Portugal-based non-profit founded in 2014 that focuses on promoting access to culture, journalism, and education. Gerador is known for its commitment to fostering creative participation and supporting emerging and interdisciplinary practices.
The programme is developed in collaboration with the Goethe-Institut in Lisbon, part of Germany’s global cultural network dedicated to international cultural exchange and language promotion. The residency takes place within the Goethe-Institut’s Lisbon premises, a historically and architecturally rich environment that includes exhibition and community spaces.
This residency is part of the broader OASis – Open Art Spaces in Synergy project, co-funded by the European Commission. The initiative connects 13 interdisciplinary art spaces across 10 countries, aiming to reduce structural barriers in the art world and promote accessible, community-driven artistic production.
Title & Description
OASis Lisbon Artistic Residency Programme 2026 – Open Call
The OASis Lisbon Artistic Residencies 2026 is a short-term, process-oriented residency programme designed to foster interaction between international artists and local communities in Lisbon, particularly engaging individuals aged 50 and above.
The programme invites artists, researchers, and cultural practitioners working across disciplines to develop site-specific, non-performative, and non-audiovisual works within the Goethe-Institut Lisbon building. Participants are expected to create projects that actively engage the local community throughout the development process, emphasizing collaboration, dialogue, and social connection.
Artists will work within one of three designated intervention areas:
- Glass surfaces in the cafeteria
- Staircase wall leading to the cafeteria
- Wall and garden fence
The residency unfolds in three phases: concept development, a one-week in-person residency, and a final public showcase. The programme culminates in an exhibition in Lisbon, with potential inclusion in a larger European exhibition in Brussels in 2027.
Categories
- Visual Art
- Installation
- Site-Specific Art
- Interdisciplinary Practices
- Socially Engaged Art
- Community-Based Projects
Eligibility
- Open to individuals aged 18 and above
- Applicants must:
- Reside in Portugal (without Portuguese nationality), or
- Reside in another EU country or countries participating in the Creative Europe Programme
- Open to:
- Artists
- Authors
- Researchers
- Cultural practitioners
- Interdisciplinary professionals
There are no explicit restrictions regarding career stage, making the programme accessible to both emerging and established practitioners.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Artist fee: €1,300 (including taxes)
- Production budget: Up to €400 (pre-approved)
- Travel support: Up to €300 (upon receipts)
- Accommodation in Lisbon during the residency
- Meals are fully covered by the organizers
- Dedicated workspace (~25m²) at the Goethe-Institut
Additional benefits include:
- Curatorial and production support by Gerador
- Public exhibition in Lisbon (October–November 2026)
- Potential inclusion in a European exhibition in Brussels (2027)
- Opportunity to engage with international networks and local communities
Application Fee
None
Application Requirements
- Project Proposal (max. 4000 characters)
- Includes a short synopsis (max. 1000 characters)
- Must outline community engagement strategy
- Short Biography (max. 500 characters)
- Technical Description, including:
- Concept and artistic approach
- Materials and techniques
- Dimensions and specifications
- Execution timeline
- Visual or descriptive sketch
- Portfolio of previous work
How to Apply?
Online Application
Key Dates
- Submission Deadline: 24 May 2026
- Pre-selection Notification: 05 June 2026
- Online Interviews: until 26 June 2026
- Final Results Announcement: 30 June 2026
- Residency Period (1 week): between 31 August and 25 September 2026
- Artistic Showcase: 06 October – 01 November 2026
Location
Lisbon, Portugal
Additional Details
- Projects must be original and unpublished
- Works must be non-destructive and reversible, respecting the architecture of the site
- Artists must demonstrate a high level of autonomy in production
- Community engagement is a core requirement of the programme
- Selected works will remain in Gerador’s possession, with future use subject to the artist's consent
The selection process is conducted by a jury of 7 members and evaluated based on:
- 60% relevance to programme goals
- 30% creativity and innovation
- 10% quality of application
Due to high application volume, individual feedback is not provided.