Institution: A4 Residency Art Center
Deadline: 31 October 2025
Location: Chengdu, China
The A4 Residency Art Center in Chengdu, China, invites multidisciplinary artists, curators, designers, and cultural practitioners to apply for its 2026–2027 International Residency Program. Since 2011, A4 has hosted over 190 creators from 36 countries, supporting cross-cultural collaboration and the integration of creative practices with communities and commerce.
Selected residents will engage with the dynamic and historically rich context of Chengdu’s evolving urban landscape while benefiting from local resources, community partnerships, and exposure through various public platforms. A unique “Super Agent” system connects residents with local perspectives to support immersion and collaboration.
Residency Periods & Timeline
- Duration: 8 to 10 weeks
- Spring 2026: April–June
- Autumn 2026: July–October
- Spring 2027: April–June
- Outcome displays: Sep–Oct 2026 / May–Jun 2027
Support Provided
- Studio and accommodation
- Travel support (round-trip airfare/train)
- Production grant of RMB 10,000
- Access to local resource networks
- Cultural immersion and guided experiences
- Promotional exposure and exhibition opportunities
- Participation in events, salons, open studios, and group gatherings
Eligibility Criteria
- Multidisciplinary artists (visual, performance, music, sound, architecture, etc.)
- Curators working across disciplines
- Designers (product, fashion, spatial, interactive, etc.)
- Creatives from other sectors with interdisciplinary backgrounds
Expectations from Residents
- 1–2 participatory public events
- Studio open sessions
- Group sharing meetings (RE-SALON)
- Participation in daily documentation and residency gatherings
Possible Outcomes
- Public artworks (temporary/permanent)
- Exhibitions or project displays
- Public performances or events
- Research outputs or publications
Selection Criteria
- Creativity and innovation
- Capacity for cross-disciplinary collaboration
- Feasibility and clarity of the project
- Potential social and cultural impact
