IASPIS International Artists Studio Programme
About this opportunity
IASPIS, the International Programme for Visual and Applied Arts of the Swedish Arts Grants Committee, offers fully funded residencies in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmo, Umea, and Seoul (MMCA Changdong) to international visual artists. The programme provides a studio, accommodation, stipend, travel costs, and curatorial support, facilitating cultural exchange between Swedish and international art scenes.
Application tips
Describe how engagement with the Swedish art community would enrich your practice. IASPIS values projects that foster genuine cultural exchange. International artists can also be proposed for residence by others.
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