Open Call - Sardinia Island, Italy (2027)

Overview

Nocefresca is the first active and permanent artistic residency program in Sardinia. It welcomes artists and creative professionals from around the world to rural villages for research and creative experimentation, involving participants and local communities in a cultural exchange experience. By inviting a limited number of artists to areas far from tourist coasts, Nocefresca creates a sustainable experience that supports the territory during less-touristy periods.

Residency Length & Disciplines

• 1–3 months
• Open to: Architecture, Art Education, Biology, Costume/Fashion Design, Criticism, Digital Fabrication, Digital Media, Documentary, Drawing, Ecology, Electronic Arts, Environmental Arts, Fiction, Graphic Design, History, Illustration, Installation Arts, Interdisciplinary Arts, Journalism, Landscape Architecture, Literary Nonfiction, Literature, Mixed Media, Moving Image, Multimedia Arts, Painting, Paper Arts, Philosophy, Photography, Playwriting, Poetry, Printmaking, Public Art, Screenwriting, Sculpture, Social Practice, Sound Art, Storytelling, Textile & Fiber Arts/Weaving, Urban Planning/Design, Visual Arts, Woodworking, Writing

Eligibility

Open to artists based anywhere in the world at any stage of career. Spouses/partners are allowed for the full stay (non-collaborators). Pets are not allowed. Applications must be submitted individually, though artists may apply as a team if they apply individually and are accepted individually.

Submission Deadline & Application

• Deadline: September 7, 2026
• Application: https://www.nocefresca.it/?/open_call&ar=2027

Housing & Studios

• Option A: Private studio in Casa Bagnolo + private bedroom with shared bathroom; €1,650/month
• Option B: Private studio in Casa Oaxaca + private bedroom with shared bathroom, plus access to Oaxaca Studio Garden (80 m² communal outdoor workspace); €1,800/month
• Option C: Private Research Studio with Double Bedroom, En-Suite Bathroom in Casa Oaxaca (includes private relaxation area with fireplace and dedicated workstation)
• All housing is private on or off campus; studios include private and shared facilities

Facilities & Equipment

Shared kitchen and private kitchen access available. Basic equipment and classic hardware provided; artists must bring any specific tools and materials needed. Facilities include printers, scanner, painting workspace with easels, light tables, textiles/fiber arts workspace, and dye area. Partially accessible (50% or more).

Residency Activities

• Presentation of each artist's practice to the group
• Individual and group meetings with curator for assistance and feedback
• Opportunity to propose site-specific projects, talks, and workshops
• Final open-studio event open to the public
• Monthly outings with local community members (transportation included)
• Screening of films, visiting artists, and social activities with local community

Fees & Stipends

• Residency fee: €1,650–€1,800/month (varies by housing option)
• Artist stipend: $0
• Travel stipend/material stipend: $0

Acceptance & Statistics

• Number of artists accepted in most recent year: 42
• Total applicant pool in most recent year: 100
• Average number of artists in residence at a time: 6