Open Call for Palestinian artists in Helsinki (Finland) Spring 2027

About the Open Call

The residency offers a 90-day period (12 April – 11 July 2027) for Palestinian artists based in Palestine or the diaspora. It provides a free live/work studio at the Cable Factory, travel coverage, and a working grant of €3600. The programme is part of the Ukraine Solidarity Residency Programme. There is no requirement for exhibition output; the focus is on research, space, and local collaboration. Accessibility support and a small access budget are available.

What is Offered

Free live/work studio, travel, and a €3600 working grant.

Requirements

Professional contemporary artists residing in Palestine or the diaspora. Formal education or exhibition history not required.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the online application form. Written, audio, or video formats are accepted. Provide a brief outline of professional background (up to 250 words/2 minutes), a motivation statement (up to 250 words/2 minutes), and a portfolio/examples of work (max 10 pages/5 minutes) via external link.