Mediamatic – Haptic Lab Residency Amsterdam, Netherlands. Two-month residency exploring sensory experience, collective processes, and public-space art. Residents work in the newly renovated living lab and have access to Mediamatic’s material archives.
Research themes: touch, collective making, art for public space, more-than-human relations, and the idea of “monastery living”
about:
Mediamatic.net
Art centre dedicated to cross-disciplinary research and experimental practice. Through exhibitions, workshops, and long-term research, we bring together artists, designers, and experts to challenge conventional boundaries across art, science, and culture.
who can apply:
Visual artists, writers, designers, and researchers at an early stage of their careers. You must be based in the Netherlands and registered with the KVK. Formal art training isn’t required. Collectives may apply.
Mediamatic is especially interested in existing work or projects that can be adapted to fit the residency theme.
What’s included:
2-month residency (July–August 2026, flexible timing)
€600/month residency fee + separate fee for the final work
Accommodation + daily lunch
Access to digital and material archives
Small production/installation budget
Bi-weekly guidance sessions
One-month presentation of your final work (opening in September)
Communication support + international network
Free entry to all Mediamatic workshops and events
To apply:
CV, portfolio + artist statement, and a short motivation letter (max 250 words) that outlines your project idea. Images welcome.
Note: The final work will be shown outdoors around the Biotope, so keep weather and security in mind.
Announcement: January 30, 2026
deadline: December 19, 2025 (11:59 pm CET)
more info: https://www.mediamatic.net/en/page/392749/open-call-haptic-lab
apply: program@mediamatic.nl
