Moroccan Art Residency - Fall 2027 Open Call

What it is

An artist-funded 3-week residency at an international art studio in Tetouan, Morocco between the Rif Mountains and the ancient medina. Shared or private studios available with access to fully equipped common areas, weekly artist gatherings, and connections to local artists and traditional artisans. Residency includes studio space, ground transportation, some meals, laundry, cultural activities, and project consultation. Additional optional services available for extra cost.

Who it is for

Artists of all disciplines at any stage of career seeking a focused 3-week residency in Morocco.

Open to artists anywhere.

The call says: “Source page: open to applicants from any country”

Where

International

When

Rolling, applications read as they arrive

Runs September 20, 2027 to October 9, 2027

What you get

A shared or private studio space in Tetouan, Morocco for 3 weeks, including studio facilities, some meals, arrival/departure ground transportation, weekly artist lunches, medina walking tour, artisan visit, open studios event, and community networking; artists must self-fund travel, housing, most meals, and supplies.

What you need to apply

• CV or Resume
• Artist Statement
• Portfolio, 5 required
• Portfolio files representing recent work (5 files or 1 PDF with 5+ works embedded; accepted formats: PDF, JPG, PNG, MP3, or MP4), 5 required
• Headshot photo (1200x1200 pixels minimum)
• What has been your experience interacting with people of cultures different from your own? What would you say are the benefits and challenges of a residency in another culture?
• What are your reasons for wanting to participate in a residency program in Morocco?
• What is your particular area of practice in the arts and/or research?
• Project Proposal: How would you like to use your time at Green Olive Arts in Tetouan, Morocco during your residency? What is the project or research you propose to accomplish?
• What possible furniture, tools, materials and/or equipment do you anticipate you would need to accomplish your goals?
• Describe what level of interest you may have in sharing your work and/or skills with the local community through a workshop or another event.

How long it takes

About 2 days of work

Long application. Estimated from the 11 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

200 Moroccan Dirham (MAD)

Apply

https://www.jotform.com/form/242961613995569