Overview
Founded in 2015 by Larisza Farmosi, Gábor Farmosi, Zoltán Papp, Zoltán Galambos, and Barcsay Prize-winning painter László Külüs, the LuppArt artists’ colony is operated by the Good Nature Foundation (Jó Természet Alapítvány). Located on Luppa Island—a small island on the Danube River in Budakalász, Hungary, just a few kilometers outside Budapest—the residency is set amidst lush natural landscapes, tranquil waters, and unique Bauhaus-reminiscent architecture. Running annually between May and November, the initiative combines artist accommodations with dedicated creative time, educational programming, an independent non-profit collection, and additional residency initiatives in London.
Objectives
LuppArt aims to provide an ideal, inspirational environment for artistic creation, reflection, and professional development. By offering structured time and space outside urban centers, the Good Nature Foundation seeks to connect emerging and graduate artists with established art world professionals, state museums, commercial galleries, and regional art markets. The foundation strives to build an inclusive international community, support the creation and promotion of contemporary visual art, and document fruitful collaborations through its permanent collection, exhibitions, and auctions.
Programs / Opportunities
- LuppArt Summer Residency Program: A fee-based residential stay lasting between 2 to 8 weeks (within the May to November season) providing accommodation, two daily meals, studio access, the option to purchase painting materials, and potential promotional support for created artworks.
- Lectures, Workshops & Symposia: Educational programming featuring talks, panel discussions, and hands-on workshops led by invited experts and open to residents and the broader public.
- Exhibitions, Auctions & Collection Management: Opportunities for artists to have their works showcased in foundation exhibitions, presented at auctions, or acquired for the permanent non-profit LuppArt collection.
Target Community
- Visual Artists: Young graduate artists and practicing visual creators holding higher education degrees in the arts, both from Hungary and internationally.
