2026 ICCI ART VALLEY PROGRAM International Visiting Art Scholars
USC–SJTU Institute of Cultural and Creative Industry (ICCI), Shanghai Jiao Tong University
About the Open Call
The residency program seeks to recruit 5–6 international visiting artists or scholars to engage in cross-media and cross-cultural exploration. The program takes place from November 1 to December 15, 2026. Participants are expected to engage in teaching or public lectures, maintain an active artistic practice, donate two artworks for permanent collection, and participate in local exhibitions and community activities.
What is Offered
Selected participants receive a minimum project grant of RMB 8,000, round-trip airfare, accommodation, exhibition support, networking opportunities with local artists, and media promotion.
Requirements
Must have teaching experience at a university or art institution; maintain active artistic practice; ability to organize public events; fluent in English; commit to the full residency period; willingness to donate two artworks for permanent collection.
How to Apply
Send application materials to icci-pr@sjtu.edu.cn with the subject line 'Visiting Artist/Scholar Application + Your Name'. Include a CV, teaching experience records, academic/artistic practice records, and a proposed residency plan.
Key Information
Deadline
July 15, 2026
Location
Shanghai, China
Categories
Compensation
paid