Munch–Goethe residency for visual artists.
We are excited to launch our new residency programme. In collaboration with the Stiftelsen Edvard Munchs Atelier we are now inviting visual artists from Germany to spend time at Ekely – the former home and workplace of Edvard Munch.
Over the course of two months, artists will have the opportunity to explore themes and questions connected to Munch’s life and artistic practice.
– The artist residence, including an integrated studio, can accommodate one or several people.
– The first residency period will take place from 1 October to 30 November 2026.
to whom
The program is aimed at full-time practicing visual artists, with dynamic and contemporary projects and exhibition profiles, who have been resident in Germany for at least two years.
A degree in arts or equivalent qualifications is required.
We particularly welcome applications from artists at an early stage of their career. In addition, we encourage artists who want an introduction to the Norwegian art scene to build new networks.
what
-Free accommodation in a spacious artist’s apartment with an integrated studio in Ekely, Oslo. Images and more details of the studio apartment can be found here: Ekely Studio Residency – Edvard Munch’s studios
-The apartment allows residents to bring their family or partner, or to apply jointly with up to two artists. Note: Please be advised that the stipend and allowances will not be increased in the event that two artists or family members are staying.
-The studio is suited for working within many forms of art media, as long as the interior is not damaged from the work. Please note that all materials and tools must be provided by the artists themselves.
-Stipend: €2,000 per month
-Travel allowance (round trip from Germany): €500
-Residents commit to participating in up to two public events, such as an artist talk, open studio, or similar.
-During the stay, the Edvard Munch Studio Foundation and the Goethe-Institut Norway will offer professional advice and support, as well as networking opportunities to the art scene.
-After the residency period, the residents must submit a final report -and complete a short evaluation.
-The residents agree to be listed on the alumni portals, the websites, and social media channels of the Goethe-Institut and the Edvard Munch’s Studio Foundation.
-The artists will commit to mentioning the Goethe-Institut and Edvard Munch’s Studio Foundation in relation to all artistic production resulting from the residency.
criteria:
– Quality of the proposed project
– Artists developing practice/research relationships in Oslo/Norway
– Expressed and perceived need for the award
– Willingness to engage with the communities of Goethe-Institut and Edvard Munch’s Studios
deadline: March 10, 2026, 12:00 pm, CET
more info: https://www.goethe.de/en/kul/foe/emk.html
