RESIDENCY PROGRAM

Program aims to strengthen cultural collaboration between Georgia and the global community, providing artists with unique opportunities for exchange and project realization.
One-month initiative that connects local practices with international trends and expands global connections.
Program provides safe spaces and support for vulnerable artists, helping them sustain their creative practice and integrate.
Program provides Georgian artists and institutions with the opportunity to implement their projects.
The Residencies Program is an inclusive, transboundary initiative aimed at supporting artists in their professional development. It encompasses five categories of residencies, offering both individual and group formats.

The program is designed to address critical issues related to contemporary art, society, everyday life, and pressing challenges such as sustainable development. It serves as a platform for creative freedom, professional growth, and cultural dialogue. Participants engage in diverse activities, including research, art production, and archiving. Some residencies incorporate mentorship, educational workshops, individual consultations, and project development support. Each residency provides a nurturing environment that fosters creativity and professional advancement.

The residencies are open to both emerging and established artists, providing opportunities for growth and exploration at any stage of their careers.The program upholds the values of social justice by providing artists in situations of risk, exile, as well as vulnerable and underrepresented artists, with the opportunity to live and work in a safe and supportive environment. It helps preserve their creative potential, facilitates integration into the professional community, and strengthens connections with the cultural world, free from risks and limitations. The residencies culminate in exhibitions, public presentations, or other interactive formats that promote cultural dialogue and integrate art into public life.

The Residencies Program is open to artists from all disciplines, including those whose work transcends traditional boundaries, exploring interdisciplinary and non-disciplinary methods. This inclusive approach encourages innovation and collaboration, inspiring artists to challenge conventions and reimagine contemporary artistic practices.