COSTA DEL ARTE: The International Art Residency & Reality Experience in Marbella

About the Open Call

THE FUSION ART GALLERY AND VILLA EL MARTINETE PRESENTS COSTA DEL ARTE. The International Art Residency & Reality Experience in Marbella. We are looking for 7 powerful, passionate, and courageous artists of any form to join a unique art residency and international reality show production at the iconic Villa El Martinete in Marbella, Spain. This is not a normal art residency — it’s a full creative immersion. You’ll co-create in front of cameras, share your story with the world, and become part of a new format that blends high-end art with raw, human experience. This is the most expensive art residency ever created. Dates: October 24 – November 1, 2025. Location: El Martinete – a legendary beachfront villa with 2,000 sqm of creative space. Once owned by flamenco legend Antonio “El Bailarín” and visited by Picasso, this historic mansion features the only private pool with a Picasso. The villa normally rents for around €10,000 per day — making this a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live and create in an iconic setting. Format: Art residency meets real-time creative reality show; Live, work, enjoy and eat in a magical house and swim in the pool with the picasso replica; Group and solo challenges; Performances, interviews, and live creation; Film production for online release and international art audiences. Who We’re Looking For: Artists or creators in painting, sculpture, mixed media, conceptual, performance, music, singer, dancer etc.; Brave, emotionally open creators who are ready to share, connect, and grow; Artists from any background, any country. This is not about being “perfect.” It’s about being real. How It Works: Phase 1: Application (now open) - Fill out the form, answer some basic questions, and send images of your work. Phase 2: Shortlist - Selected artists will be contacted for a second round of deeper questions and video presentation. More details about the program, schedule, and participation policy will be shared in this stage. Phase 3: Final Selection - The final cast of 7 artists will be announced in September 2025. Important: There is no fee to apply; There are no participation costs if selected; All applicants must be comfortable with filming and public visibility; More details about Costa Del Arte will be shared with you in Phase 2.

What is Offered

A life-changing experience, global visibility, and lifelong artist connections. Full accommodation in the villa for the entire stay. Airport pickup from Málaga if needed. Creative materials and production support. No application fee and no participation costs if selected.

Requirements

Artists or creators in painting, sculpture, mixed media, conceptual, performance, music, singer, dancer, etc. Brave, emotionally open creators who are ready to share, connect, and grow. Artists from any background, any country. All applicants must be comfortable with filming and public visibility. Applicants must be over 18 years old. Available to travel and stay in Marbella from October 24 – November 1, 2025.

How to Apply

To be considered for Costa del Arte, you must complete the official application form available on the website. Fill out the form as fully and truthfully as possible, answering basic questions and sending images of your work. Emails, messages, or phone calls will not be accepted.