Residency Call Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Cultural Foundation. We are now accepting applications from artists, designers, architects, performers, writers, filmmakers, and researchers and culture practitioners for the Cultural Foundation Art Residency 2026.​

Over six months, residents will get access to dedicated studio spaces, resources, and an inspiring community to connect with.​

The Art Residency Programme
The six-month programme provides a platform for professional artists, designers, architects, writers, performers, researchers, film makers and other culture practitioners to advance their skills and practice through dedicated studio spaces and resources. The residency programme enables participants to produce, think and connect with the wider community, through studio visits from a variety of cultural practitioners and a final open studio night.

offered:

Dedicated studio space within Cultural Foundation
24 hours access to their studios
Curatorial support
Access to Cultural Foundation facilities
Financial resources

deadline: 31 January 2026.
more info: https://culturalfoundation.ae/en/programmes/art-residency