Residency

Open Call: Learning Materials International Artist in Residence 2027

HIAP Helsinki International Artist Programme · Helsinki, FI

Deadline: October 26, 2026
Who can apply: Open to all countries
For international artists and arts practitioners (based outside of Finland) only.
What it gives: 1,350 EUR · stay
Working grant of €1350 per month (€4050 in total) via Kone Foundation Material budget up to €750 Access budget up to €1000 (see further details under ‘Accessibility’) Accommodation and workspace provided (see further details under ‘About the Residencies’)
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 organizing an artist residency for international artists and arts practitioners based outside of Finland. The residency focuses on socially engaged, process-orientated and material-driven practices.

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Source: HIAP. Last checked October 15, 2026.

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Open Call: Learning Materials International Artist in Residence 2027

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