The Romantso Residency is a self-directed programme for artists, designers, architects, writers, researchers, curators and other creative practitioners seeking the time and space to develop their work while immersing themselves in one of Athens' most active creative communities.
Based within the Romantso Creative Hub, residents become part of a vibrant ecosystem of cultural organisations, creative businesses and independent professionals, while also gaining access to the wider BIOS network of venues, programmes and communities across the city.
The residency is self-directed, with no required or expected outcomes, and unlike traditional residency programmes, Romantso does not prescribe a creative process. Instead, it offers an inspiring environment where residents enjoy the freedom to shape their own experience while living and working within an active creative hub. In addition, new creative or community connections are an important expected outcome of the residency. At the duration or the end of the stay, residents have the opportunity to present their work through an exhibition, open studio, talk or performance (subject to availability).
Residency Eligibility
Residency Experience Summary
Application Information
- The residency program is open to all artists from any country, regardless of age, gender, or medium.
- Interdisciplinary and collaborative projects are equally welcome.
The fee of the residency is 300€ per week, with a minimum of a 1 month duration.
This includes:
- all utilities are included (WIFI, electricity, water, etc.)
- private room with ensuite bathroom in the building of Romantso Cultural Hub.
- rooms are equipped with fridge / desk. Bed linens and towels are provided.
- assistance in establishing contacts with the local cultural scene.
- press and social media visibility for the residents is provided based on material provided to Romantso press office.
- Bios Culture Pass (free access to all BIOS-produced cultural events, including exhibitions, performances, concerts, talks and festivals taking place across the BIOS venues.)
Not included in the fee:
- Flights, local travel, food and other personal expenses are paid for by the artist or through external funding.
- Artists are responsible for all their incidental expenses and working materials.
- Tickets to museums / cultural institutions are not included.
If you are selected for the residency, a letter of confirmation can be issued, which can be used as documentation when applying for additional support.