Art Residency Programme – Cultural Foundation, Abu Dhabi
Institution: Cultural Foundation
Deadline: 31 January 2026
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
The Cultural Foundation announces its six-month Art Residency Programme, offering professional artists and cultural practitioners the opportunity to develop their practice through dedicated studio space, resources and curatorial support. Residents engage with the wider community through studio visits and an open studio event at the end of the residency.
Residency Format
- Duration: 6 months
- Residency periods:
- 25 March 2026 – 20 September 2026
- 25 September 2026 – 20 March 2027
- Studio: Dedicated workspace at the Cultural Foundation with 24-hour access
- Support: Curatorial guidance and access to Cultural Foundation facilities
- Financial resources: Provided (amount not specified)
- Applicants must specify their preferred residency period in the application.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to professional practitioners in fields including: visual arts, design, architecture, writing, performance, research, filmmaking and other cultural practices.
