Artica Svalbard Residency 2027 (Office for Contemporary Art Norway)

Location

Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway

Open to

Norwegian and Norway-based visual artists with an interest in the polar regions and/or global perspectives, conversations, and issues connected to the High North. Artist duos may apply. Family members may accompany residents where possible.

Application Fee

None stated.

What's Provided

• Funding for travel

• Accommodation

• Stipend to cover living expenses

• Workspace

• Access to Artica Svalbard's facilities and residency resources

• Curatorial support through OCA

What the Applicant Must Cover

Residents are encouraged to contribute to the local community through an artist talk, presentation, debate, lecture, or workshop during the residency. No additional applicant costs are specified.

Duration

Minimum of six consecutive weeks. Residency dates are arranged according to the artist's availability and Artica Svalbard's accommodation schedule.

Deadline

17 August 2026

Additional Notes

• Applications must be submitted in English through the eApply platform.

• OCA will nominate three artists for residencies taking place in 2027.

• Applications are open to artist duos; travel and per diem funding is shared between duo applicants.

• Applicants requiring family accommodation or other accessibility considerations are invited to indicate this in their application.