Organizer Information:
Pottery Farm Gallery, founded in 2012, is an independent creative retreat located in the Gers region of southwest France. Set on a hillside with panoramic views of rolling hills and the Pyrenees, the residency provides a distraction-free space for designers, writers, filmmakers, visual artists, musicians, photographers, textile artists, and other creators. Since 2022, the Pottery Farm Residency Program has offered short-term residencies for international artists to focus on projects, rest, and inspiration in a rural, natural environment.
Title & Description:
Pottery Farm Residency Program – France (2026)
The Pottery Farm Residency invites creative professionals from all disciplines to spend two weeks in the heart of Gascony. Residents are hosted in a historic farmhouse with shared and private workspaces, alongside expansive outdoor areas for creative practice. Designed as a peaceful retreat, the program allows artists to focus entirely on their projects without external expectations, while enjoying opportunities for connection with fellow residents.
Theme:
Open – applicants must propose a clear project to develop during their stay.
Deadline:
Rolling (applications open until sessions are filled)
Residency Dates (2026):
- May 5 – 18
- June 7 – 20
- July 7 – 20
- August 18 – 31
- September 15 – 28
- October 7 – 20
- October 13 – 26
- November 5 – 17
Location:
Pottery Farm Gallery, Gers, France (40 minutes from Toulouse)
Duration:
2 weeks (14 days, 13 nights)
Eligibility:
- Open to creative professionals from all disciplines (visual art, ceramics, textiles, literature, music, theatre, film, architecture, design, etc.)
- International applicants welcome
- Selection based on clarity of project proposal, quality of work, and ability to connect with fellow residents
Costs/Funding:
- Residency fee: €1300 per person for 2 weeks
- 50% deposit required upon acceptance; balance due 1 month before residency
- No stipend provided
- Expenses (travel, production, food, materials) covered by the artist
Provided by Host:
- Private accommodation in a farmhouse with 360° panoramic views
- Shared and private workspaces including:
- Studio Gallery: bright communal space with designated work areas
- Pigeon Coop: secluded private studio
- Outdoor fields for open-air work
- Exhibition space and promotional support
- Kitchen, internet, bicycles, and access to rural surroundings
Expectations & Outcomes:
- No mandatory outcomes or public presentations
- Artists are free to concentrate on their projects without distraction
- Optional participation in workshops, gardening, open studios, or exhibitions
Application Fee: None
Application Requirements:
- Online application form via Pottery Farm Gallery website
- Clear project proposal required
How to Apply:
Apply through the official residency form: Pottery Farm Residency Application
Website/Link: www.potteryfarmgallery.com
Instagram: @potteryfarmgallery
