Arts Residency Application

2026 Arts Residency Application

Infromation

Number of Positions: 3 artists

Residency Period: August 31 – November 30, 2026

Location: Hongmei International Art Village
(No. 17, Aly. 42, Ln. 1170, Wupu Sec., Xinguan Rd., Xinpu Township, Hsinchu County, Taiwan)

Target

Discipline: Independent artists and cultural practitioners of all disciplines and formats.

Age & Nationality: Applicants must be at least 20 years old and either citizens of the Republic of China (Taiwan) or foreign artists holding a valid ARC (Alien Resident Certificate).

Language: Basic communication skills in Chinese or English are required.

Program Overview

Application Period: From now until April 30, 2026, 11:59 AM (GMT+8)

Selection Process:

First Round (Document Review):
The Art Village Advisory Committee will review submitted materials based on artistic merit and the proposed residency plan. Shortlisted applicants will proceed to the second round.
Second Round (Interview):
Scheduled for June 3, 2026, at Hongmei International Art Village (in-person).
Applicants are required to prepare a presentation. The committee will evaluate the feasibility of the residency proposal and its potential connection to the local context.

Shortlisted applicants will be notified via official email by May 29, 2026. Those not selected will not be notified separately.

Final Results Announcement:
The final list of selected residents will be announced in June on the foundation’s official website and social media platforms.

Residency Support

Free accommodation and studio space (each resident will have a private room and workspace)
Living stipend (including living expenses, production grant, and domestic transportation subsidy):
NTD 800 per day. Total for 92 days (Aug 31 – Nov 30): NTD 73,600, disbursed in four installments
Personal accident insurance during the residency
Access to local resources and networking support based on individual needs
Local orientation, cultural tours, and community engagement programs
Internal exchange activities within the art village (held periodically)
Shared bicycles for local transportation

Resident Commitments

Conduct at least 3 public programs during the residency:
(2 Open Studio events and 1 final presentation), and participate in promotional activities (e.g., media interviews, educational programs)
Collaborate with staff on documentation (photo/video) and provide records of the creative process
Grant permission for non-commercial use of related materials (images, texts, etc.) for educational, research, and promotional purposes
Within one month after the residency, complete and donate one artwork, and grant the foundation reasonable usage rights for promotion and operations

Application

All applications must be submitted online. Applicants must complete the application form and upload all required documents (PDF format) before the deadline.

Application Link:
https://forms.gle/d9eFfjRhD9p2b43h6

Personal Information & CV: including photo, contact details, and artistic experience
Portfolio:
3 projects (up to 3 images per project / 1–2 video or audio files per project, each under 3 minutes; links are acceptable)
Artist Statement & Residency Proposal:
300-word summary + full proposal (PDF)

Organizer: Hongmei Cultural & Art Foundation｜Hongmei International Art Village
Residency Coordinator: Elisa Chuang
Email: gvartspromotion@gmail.com
Phone: +886-3-527-8253
Office Hours: Monday–Friday｜09:00–17:00

Open Call for Artist Residency Applications

Please leave your contact information
we look forward to learning more about your creative work.

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