Artist Residency Opportunity in Switzerland 2027 with a CHF 6,000 Grant, Accommodation, and Travel Coverage
Applicant criteria
- NationalityNo specific nationality required
- AgeNo specific age required
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Job locationSwaziland
- Deadline2026-12-07
Opportunity description
The TRACES Art & Science program in Switzerland is accepting applications for a funded international artist residency in 2027, aimed at professional artists working in the visual arts and designed to strengthen collaboration between art, science, and research.
The residency will take place in Sion, Switzerland, in collaboration with the Laboratory of Materials for Renewable Energy at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL). The selected artist will have the opportunity to work alongside researchers and scientists specializing in materials science and sustainable energy.
The program focuses on exploring the relationship between art, light, energy, and future materials, while encouraging artists to develop creative work inspired by scientific discoveries and emerging technologies.
Benefits
The residency includes the following benefits:
A monthly stipend of CHF 2,000 to help cover living expenses and artistic research.
Total financial support of CHF 6,000 for the full residency period.
Coverage of round-trip travel expenses from the artist’s place of residence to Switzerland, up to CHF 1,500.
Accommodation throughout the residency in a self-catering apartment at Villa Les Pâquerettes in Sion.
A separate art production budget, with the amount determined by the project curator in coordination with the selected artist.
Access to workspace and artistic production facilities at the Energypolis campus.
Access to EPFL scientific laboratories, subject to arrangements agreed with the research team.
Direct collaboration with the Laboratory of Materials for Energy team, led by Professor Sascha Feldmann.
Specialized scientific support to help develop the artistic project.
Opportunity to present the artwork to the public during the final event on April 15, 2027.
Gain experience in interdisciplinary projects combining visual arts, science, and technology.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Age: At least 25 years old.
Be a professional artist working in the visual arts.
Have at least 2 years of professional experience in the artistic field.
Have completed formal studies at least 2 years prior to applying.
Have specialized artistic training or equivalent professional experience.
Have previously exhibited work publicly, demonstrating professional activity and recognition of artistic practice.
Propose a creative project related to science, energy materials, light, or sustainability.
Be able to collaborate with a team of researchers and scientists.
Commit to participating throughout the full residency period, including the final presentation.
Be able to work in English, the main language of the program.
Required Documents
The application file must be prepared in English or French and include:
Cover Letter: Maximum of one A4 page or 3,000 characters.
Statement of Intent: Maximum of two A4 pages or 6,000 characters, explaining the project concept and its connection to the program’s scientific theme.
Portfolio: Showcasing examples of the artist’s most recent work.
Artistic CV: Outlining previous experience, projects, exhibitions, and achievements.
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