2415 Art Residency is an artist-run, independent non-profit residency programme dedicated to fostering artistic development and supporting artists’ projects. The name 2415 symbolises the altitude of the residency, and simultaneously a distorted sense of time – an instance where midnight and the unknown merge. 2415 Art Residency is housed in a renovated traditional Naxi courtyard, in Lijiang, China, where residents balance between its historical character and modern amenities.
The Residency will take place from June 20 to September 20, 2025, with a residency period of one to three weeks. Completion of an artistic project during the residency, along with a written residency reflection, is expected. Artists may be invited to participate in exhibitions, performances, workshops, or special events either during or at the end of their residency. Selected works or documentation may be featured on the 2415 Art Residency website and social media.
Who can apply?
Artists (emerging and established): Painters, sculptors, multimedia artists, performance artists, writers, musicians, filmmakers, dancers, and other creative individuals.
Curators, art directors, and visionaries who wish to propose events, gatherings, exhibitions, or other creative initiatives.
Artists with an interest in nature-inspired, site-specific, or research-driven projects are encouraged to apply. Applicants should be able to work independently and adapt to a high-altitude environment.
How to apply?
Create a folder in Google Drive with your full name as the folder title, and make sure the sharing permission is set to “Anyone with the link can view”. Then upload the required documents:
- Portfolio (5-10 relevant works),
- CV,
- Statement of Interest,
- Project Proposal,
- Preferred Residency Dates.
Then, complete the Google Form: https://forms.gle/Uzjvc7vT8YTYeQqS9, and paste the Google Drive link to your application materials in the designated section of the form.
Fees and Support:
There is no application fee, but you should factor in expenses such as food, transportation, travel costs, insurance, and art materials.
Selected artists will receive a studio and accommodation.
2415 Art Residency does not offer stipends or living allowances; artists should seek external funding to support their stay. They are, however, able to provide a letter of support for funding applications.