This fully funded international residency invites 40 visual artists to take part in a two-week immersive program in Georgia, a region positioned at the crossroads of Europe and Asia.
Surrounded by a rich cultural and artistic legacy—from the folk art of Niko Pirosmani to the cinematic influence of Sergei Parajanov—participants will engage with a landscape shaped by ancient monasteries, Svan towers, vineyards, and the vibrant streets of Tbilisi.
The residency is open to artists working across painting, drawing, printmaking, illustration, photography, sculpture, ceramics, textile art, and related disciplines. It offers a rare opportunity to step away from daily routines and immerse fully in creative practice within a new cultural and geographic context.
What’s Included
- Round-trip travel (fully covered)
- Accommodation and daily meals
- All required materials during the residency
- Shipping of artworks created during the program back to the artist
Artists retain full ownership of all works produced. The program encourages complete creative freedom, allowing participants to explore any theme or medium while engaging with fellow artists and the local environment.
Program Highlights
The residency includes guided visits to significant cultural and natural sites across Georgia, including:
- Old Tbilisi
- Mtskheta (ancient religious capital)
- Kakheti wine region
- Kazbegi mountain landscapes
- Svan towers
- Martvili Gorge
These experiences are designed to deepen artistic research and inspire new work through direct engagement with place.
Eligibility
Open to visual artists worldwide working in:
Painting, Drawing, Graphics, Illustration, Printmaking, Photography, Sculpture, Ceramics, Glass, Textile Art
