Fully Funded Artist Residency in China 2027 Covering Travel, Accommodation, and Insurance
Applicant criteria
- NationalityNo specific nationality required
- AgeNo specific age required
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Job locationChina
- Deadline2026-11-15
Opportunity description
The Sixi Museum in Nanjing, China, is accepting applications for the Sixi International Artist-in-Residence 2027, a funded international residency opportunity for artists and creatives from around the world, including applicants from Arab countries.
The program aims to support emerging artists, encourage cultural and artistic exchange, and provide space for developing new creative projects through a residency experience that brings together traditional Chinese culture and contemporary art.
The program will host four artists across two residency sessions in 2027, with each session lasting three months. Participants will have the opportunity to develop their artistic projects, collaborate with the local art community, and take part in cultural activities, workshops, and exhibitions.
Benefits
Coverage of round-trip airfare to China.
Coverage of visa application costs.
Insurance coverage throughout the residency period.
Accommodation provided for the full duration of the program.
Access to a fully equipped workspace and art studio for developing creative projects.
Financial support for art materials and production supplies, with no fixed amount specified.
Artistic, technical, and administrative support to help participants complete their projects.
Support in connecting with local artists, cultural institutions, and the art scene in Nanjing.
Participation in artist talks, workshops, and cultural exchange activities.
Opportunity to present the artworks and creative outcomes developed during the residency.
Gain international experience in a multicultural artistic environment.
Build a professional network with artists and creatives from diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Applicants should be artists or creatives working in an artistic field, with no specific academic major required.
Applicants must be available to participate in the full three-month residency.
Proficiency in English or Chinese (Mandarin) is required at a level sufficient for communication and research.
Applicants must submit a clear artistic proposal related to one of the two announced themes for the 2027 residency cycle.
Applicants should have previous artistic work that can be presented in a Portfolio.
Applicants must be able to develop an artistic project and produce exhibition-ready outcomes during the residency period.
Applicants should be willing to participate in artist talks, workshops, and cultural activities organized by the museum.
Applicants should be willing to donate a selected group of works produced during the residency to the museum, in accordance with the program arrangements.
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