Residency programme for individual projects in Kintai, Lithuania

The call is open for artists, curators, writers and researchers working in the cultural field to apply for a residency programme offering workspace and accommodation to develop individual projects. The duration of the stay can vary from 2 weeks to 1 month. The programme will take place from 1 to 31 May 2022. The residency dwells in a former school of Kintai town. Situated in the coastline of Curonian Lagoon, Kintai is surrounded by unique historical heritage and a picturesque nature. The residency programme offers full accommodation and space for work in serene and rural surrounding.

The residency will take place between 15 September - 15 December. Applications are welcome until 1 April 2022.

Applicants are invited to submit their application at [email protected] enclosing their;

• CV
• Porfolio
• Motivational letter, presenting the relevance of the theme for applicant‘s practice and applicants motivation to participate in the residency programme.
• Specific needs for work and accommodation

Please also visit their website to get acquainted with the living and work conditions available at Kintai Arts residence.

Selected artists get a discount for accommodation: A single room costs 20 EUR/night; a double room for one person costs 25 EUR/night and 14 EUR/night per person for 2 persons; a triple room is 40 EUR. Depending on the length of the stay during the residency programme for individual projects, the accommodation costs can be reevaluated in each specific case. There is a common kitchen in the building; some rooms are also equipped with a small kitchenette. Up to 10 people can fit in the residency at the same time.

A clearly defined individual project description substantiated by the relevant career experience is the main criteria for selection. Candidates must have good knowledge of English language. Selected candidates will be informed by email. Applications are evaluated by Kintai Arts Board.

Following the requirements and restrictions of the Lithuanian Health Ministry, all selected applicants arriving to the residency, must provide a proof that they are not sick with Covid-19 when arriving to the residency (this can be a negative test result, a vaccination record, etc.).

This residency program is supported by the Lithuania Cultural Council.