The RESONANCE Residency Programme 2026 for Nigerian-Based Creatives

Deadline: May 31, 2026

other

3 months (duration)

partially funded

Nigeria

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

The RESONANCE Residency Programme is now accepting applications from Nigerian-based creatives for a prestigious three-month residency in Paris, France. This annual initiative is co-constructed by Cité Internationale des Arts, ART X Lagos, and the French Embassy in Nigeria. The programme aims to foster mobility and expand the professional networks of creatives within the Nigerian art scene.

🏛️ About the Programme

The RESONANCE Residency Programme offers Nigerian-based curators, visual artists, and designers the opportunity to immerse themselves in the vibrant cultural environment of Paris. Participants will benefit from mentorship, networking opportunities, and a platform to develop their research projects.

🎁 Benefits

Curator Award Winner

Residency Period: October 2, 2026 – December 28, 2026
Location: Cité Internationale des Arts, Paris, France
Benefits:
- Round-trip transportation to and from Paris (economy class, one luggage; visa and insurance not included)
- A live-in studio at the Marais or Montmartre site
- Monthly living allowance of €1,200
- Dedicated mentorship with a France-based curator
- Visits and networking opportunities organized by Cité Internationale des Arts
- Potential collaboration opportunities with ART X Lagos on future editions

Visual Artist Award Winner

Residency Period: November 3, 2026 – January 28, 2027
Includes all benefits listed above.

Designer Award Winner

Residency Period: November 3, 2026 – January 28, 2027
Includes all benefits listed above.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

For Curators:

Must live and work in Nigeria.
Must be 23 years or older as of January 1, 2026.
Must have at least 5 years of experience in curatorial practices (minimum of two exhibitions curated and two publications in referenced art media).
Must commit fully to the residency period and the development of their research project.

For Visual Artists:

Open to all disciplines within the field of visual arts (plastic arts, digital arts, photography, performance).
Must live and work in Nigeria.
Must be 23 years or older as of January 1, 2026.
Must have at least 2 years of experience in artistic practices.
Must commit fully to the residency period and the development of their research project.

For Designers:

Open to all disciplines (furniture, object, digital, and print design).
Must live and work in Nigeria.
Must be 23 years or older as of January 1, 2026.
Must demonstrate a commitment to professional and research practices.
Must commit fully to the residency period and the development of their research project.

General Requirements:

Applicants must possess a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity after travel.
Must be able to travel abroad and fully commit to the residency period.

📝 Application Process

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:

Resume: Presenting academic and professional background, including contact and postal address (maximum 4 pages).
Portfolio: Explaining curatorial, artistic, or design approach and showcasing recent projects (5–20 pages).
Research Focus Statement: Outlining research angles to be developed during the residency, including a residency brief and a list of artists, experts, or cultural institutions for collaboration (maximum 3 pages).
Optional:
- A video link representative of your work (maximum 3 minutes), OR
- A letter of recommendation supporting your project (maximum 1 page).
Valid Passport: With at least 6 months of validity after travel.