Organizer Information:
The Vincent van Gogh House (Van GoghHuis) in Zundert, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan and the Goethe-Institut Villa Kamogawa. This program is part of the Dutch International Cultural Policy to strengthen cultural exchange and create opportunities for Dutch artists in Japan.
Title & Description:
Applications are open for the Residence Villa Kamogawa in Kyoto.
This 3-month residency allows an artist to live and work in the heart of historic Kyoto, right on the Kamo River. The program is designed to facilitate connections with the Japanese cultural scene and inspire new artistic projects. Artists are encouraged to engage with the local community by exploring contemporary perspectives on the area's history, customs, and crafts. The Van Gogh AiR curators will select a shortlist, from which the artistic director of Villa Kamogawa will make the final selection.
Category:
Multidisciplinary.
Eligibility:
- Who: Dutch artists or artists operating within the Netherlands context (as this is funded by the Dutch Embassy's cultural policy).
- Accessibility: Highly accessible. Villa Kamogawa expressly invites artists with disabilities (a wheelchair-accessible flat and elevator are available, and nearby public transit is well-equipped).
- Family-Friendly: Artists with pre-school age children are welcome and can utilize one of two family-friendly flats.
Program Benefits & Awards:
- Stipend: A €2,500 stipend (intended to cover travel and materials).
- Workspace & Accommodation: A private, 60 sqm Japanese-designed flat that serves as both a living space and studio. Additionally, there is a separate studio room near the villa’s Japanese garden.
- Facilities: A communal area featuring a Japanese-style lounge, a modern, fully equipped shared kitchen, and a spacious terrace to encourage intercultural exchange.
- Support: Professional guidance and networking support from the Goethe-Institut in Kyoto.
Application Fee:
Free.
Application Requirements:
To apply, artists must submit:
- A short cover letter (maximum 1 page).
- A digital portfolio of their work.
How to Apply?
Submit your cover letter and portfolio via email to vincent@vangoghhuis.com.
Key Dates:
- Application Deadline: March 22, 2026.
- Artist Selection Announced: March 30, 2026.
- Working Period: May 7 – August 4, 2026.
Location:
Kyoto, Japan (Goethe-Institut Villa Kamogawa).
Contact Information:
Email: egeene@vangoghhuis.com (Eva Geene, Curator, Van Gogh AiR)