Organizer Information
Studio PRÁM is a non-profit association and creative hub located in Prague, Czech Republic. It serves as a laboratory for contemporary art, providing space for a permanent collective of artists as well as international residents. The studio is known for its industrial character and its commitment to fostering interdisciplinary exchange and hands-on material experimentation.
Title & Description
Studio PRÁM Artist-in-Residence 2027: International Call for Visual Artists
This residency program offers international artists the opportunity to immerse themselves in the vibrant Prague art scene for an 8-week period. The program emphasizes the production of new work, providing access to professional workshops and technical facilities. The residency is highly integrated, as selected artists work alongside the permanent members of the Studio PRÁM collective. Each residency concludes with a 2-week final exhibition, supported by professional curatorial texts and graphic design, ensuring high visibility for the resident’s project.
Categories
Visual Arts, Sculpture, Installation, Painting, Mixed Media, and New Media Art.
Eligibility
- Open to International visual artists of any nationality.
- Applicants must be prepared to work in a communal environment (shared sanitary facilities and a kitchen).
- The residency is suitable for artists who can work independently within a shared, non-acoustically separated studio space.
Program Benefits and Awards
- Studio & Housing: A livable studio space and a shared workspace with PRÁM members.
- Workshop Access: Full access to specialized workshops for working with wood and metal.
- Exhibition: A 2-week final exhibition at the end of the residency.
- Curatorial Support: Professional curatorial text provided in both Czech and English.
- Graphic Design: Custom exhibition poster and digital promotional materials.
- PR Support: Distribution of press releases and promotion across social media platforms.
- Documentation: Professional photodocumentation of the final exhibition.
Fees
- Application Fee: Free to apply.
- Participation Fee: The residency provides space and support at no cost; however, the program is Self Fund regarding travel tickets, insurance, and daily pocket money.
Application Requirements
- Residency Project Proposal: A maximum of 1,800 characters outlining the intended work.
- Portfolio: A single PDF file (max. 10 MB) showcasing previous work.
- CV in English: Including date of birth, nationality, education, and exhibition history.
- Contact Details: Full name, address, and email.
- Links: Professional website or social media profile.
- Submission: Email everything to studio.pram.opencall@gmail.com with the subject: "Open Call 2027 – artist-in-residence – [Applicant’s Name]".
How to Apply?
Applications must be submitted electronically via email following the strict formatting guidelines. Apply via Studio PRÁM Website
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: May 17, 2026 (23:59 Prague time).
- Selection Announcement: By June 14, 2026.
- Residency Periods: June–July 2027 or August–September 2027.
Location
Czech Republic, Prague.
Additional Details
Please note that the studio space is shared and not acoustically separated from other working artists. Selected artists must be comfortable in an environment that includes other members and their families. Late applications or those sent via expiring download links (e.g., WeTransfer) will not be considered.