Residency

Open Call: Learning Materials International Artist in Residence 2027

HIAP Helsinki International Artist Programme · Helsinki, FI

Deadline: October 26, 2026 checked on the organiser's page
Who can apply: Open to all countries
Disciplines: material, socially engaged practice
For international artists and arts practitioners (based outside of Finland) only.
What it gives: 1,350 EUR · stay
Travel to and from the artist’s home (1 return trip) – slow travel is encouraged where it is feasible for the artist and support is available for making travel arrangements. Working grant of €1350 per month (€4050 in total) via Kone Foundation Material budget up to €750 Access budget up to €1000 (se
What it asks: portfolio · artist statement · no fee stated
Brief outline of your professional background and biography (up to 250 words / 2 minutes) Motivation statement including how your work responds to the Learning Materials themes (up to 250 words / 2 minutes) Work Plan (up to 250 words / 2 minutes) Portfolio / examples of previous work (max 10 pages /

HIAP Helsinki International Artist Programme is hosting the Learning Materials International Artist in Residence 2027. The residency is for international artists and arts practitioners based outside of Finland.

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ArtFond doesn't accept applications or collect entry fees. We put together a PDF portfolio from your works, plus your CV and statement if they're on your site. You apply on the organiser's page.

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Source: On the Move. Last checked October 07, 2026.

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Open Call: Learning Materials International Artist in Residence 2027

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