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Artudio International Artist Residency Nepal(AIAR) – Open Call for 2026/27
Locations:
Artudio – Kathmandu, Swoyambhu-15, Nepal
Artudio – Patan Wing, Nakabahil-16, Lalitpur, Nepal
Eligibility: International
Deadline: ongoing
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Artudio invites artists from all over the world for the Artudio International Artist Residency (AIAR), a year-round program designed to offer a creative space for artists from various disciplines. The residency offers flexible durations ranging from 1 to 3 months. Situated in historic city Kathmandu and Patan Nepal, Artudio provides a safe and unique environment for artists to engage in contemporary art practices, contribute to the local art community and learn from it.
Why to Apply?
This residency is initiated by artists and for artists, with the vision of cultivating a sustainable creative ecosystem independent of external funding support. As an Artist-in-Residence, you will be welcomed into a nurturing and inspiring environment that encourages meaningful dialogue, lifelong friendships, and valuable connections.
Artudio offers residents an immersive opportunity to engage with Nepal’s dynamic traditional and contemporary art scene, fostering both creativity and collaboration. The program provides dedicated time and space to deepen your artistic practice while experiencing the rich cultural, spiritual and natural heritage of Nepal.
Where We Are Located?
Artudio — Kathmandu, Swoyambhu—15 (Chhauni Hospital Road)
Our main Kathmandu hub is situated on Chhauni Hospital Road, Swoyambhu, near the UNESCO World Heritage Site Swayambhunath Stupa. The area offers a balance of urban accessibility and scenic tranquility.
What Artudio Offers to Artists?
🇳🇵 Kathmandu — Swoyambhu (Swayambhunath Space)
- Spacious private bedroom with balcony overlooking Swayambhunath Mahachaitya
- Shared kitchen with basic amenities
- Common toilet and shower (with hot water)
- Shared workspace with individual desks
- High-speed Wi-Fi (bring your own laptop)
- Electricity, water, and laundry facilities
- Bi-weekly housekeeping services
Artudio Kathmandu Space Resident Artists’ Accommodation
Nearby historic landmarks :
- Swayambhunath Stupa (often misnamed as “Monkey Temple” by tourists) – 4 minutes’ walking distance
- Military Museum – 3 minutes’ walking distance
- National Museum of Nepal – 4 minutes’ walking distance
- Natural History Museum of Nepal – 3 minutes’ walking distance
- Hiking routes such as Ichangu Narayan and Jamacho- 15-20 minutes’ walking distance
- Kathmandu Durbar Square, Dharahara, Maru, Thamel, and Asan – 15 minutes’ walking distance
We are also just 5 minutes from the Ring Road, ensuring easy access to major destinations across Kathmandu.
Patan — Nakabahil (Next to Patan Gate / Patan Dhoka)
Our Patan wing is located within the Patan World Heritage Site, at Nakabahil, right next to the historic Patan Gate (Patan Dhoka).
🇳🇵 Patan — Artudio Patan Wing (Nakabahil, Patan, Lalitpur-16)
- Spacious studio-apartment (bedroom) with dedicated workspace
- Private toilet and shower (with hot water)
- Personal desk in the workspace
- Shared kitchen with basic amenities on the top floor, with rooftop views of Patan city and the mountain range
- Additional shared studio space
- High-speed Wi-Fi (bring your own laptop)
- Electricity, hot and cold water facilities
- Washing machine for self-service laundry
- Bi-weekly housekeeping services
Nearby Historic Landmarks:
- Lokkirti Mahabihar- just within the courtyard
- Patan Durbar Square — 2 minutes’ walking distance
- Pimbahal — 2 minutes’ walking distance
- Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar) — 2 minutes’ walking distance
- Nagbahal — directly in front of our space
Artudio — patan wing Resident Artists’ Accommodation
Additional Facilities Artudio provides at Both Spaces:
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Basic printing and photocopy services (A4)
- Networking opportunities within Nepal’s traditional and contemporary art ecosystem
- Exhibition and presentation support at Artudio Patan Wing Gallery (no extra gallery fees)
- Twice-monthly visits to galleries, studios, museums, and cultural sites
- Access to shared studio spaces for extended or independent work
- On-site coffee shop for convenience (Swoyambhu location only)
Artudio– Head Quarter, Swoyambhu : Shared studio workspace within the apartment, along with access to an additional shared 800 sq. ft. studio space in the same building.
Artudio – Patan Wing: Personal workspace with an individual desk in the residence studio apartment, plus access to a shared 400 sq. ft. studio within the same building.
What applicant artists need to contribute to Artudio?
1 Month – USD 750
Expected :
- Final Presentation or Open Studio or Exhibition
Workshop for children - and youths
2 Months – USD 1400
Expected :
- Final Presentation and Open Studio or Exhibition
- One-day workshop for children and youths
3 Months – USD 2100
Expected :
- Final Presentation, Open Studio/Exhibition (solo/group)
- 3-day intensive workshop for children and youths
Artists are welcome to bring one companion—either a family member or partner—for an additional $10 per day.
All residency fees are to be settled upon arrival at the residency.
Other Responsibility of Artists:
- International and domestic travel, including flights
- Daily meals ( Artudio will offer welcome and farewell dinner )
- Exhibition curation cost
- Printing of promotional materials (A4 Size B/W printing will be supported by Artudio)
- Personal travel and excursions (Artudio will take care of local cultural sites and studio/gallery visits)
- Art supplies and production materials
- Personal health insurance
- Trekking expenses (optional)
How to Apply?
To book your residency, please apply at least three months in advance. You will also receive invitation letters, recommendation letters, and certifications to support your travel and funding.
Application Requirements:
- Artist statement
- Recent works (maximum 15 images in PDF format)
- CV/Bio
- Portfolio
- Tentative Project plan
- Copy of valid passport
- Completed application form
- Profile photograph
- Contact information
Who can Apply?
We welcome creative practitioners from across the globe to embark on their artistic journeys within one of South Asia’s most historically layered, spiritually resonant, and culturally dynamic environments. Artudio invites visionary makers, interdisciplinary thinkers, and boundary-pushing artists working across:
Visual Arts — painting, drawing, mixed media, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking
Media & Digital Arts — video, sound, moving image, immersive and interactive installations
Design Practices — graphic, industrial, fashion, illustration, and hybrid design explorations
Architecture & Spatial Practice — architectural research, spatial design, site-responsive investigations
Writing & Critical Discourse — literature, poetry, arts writing, research, and criticism
Curatorial Research & Expanded Curatorial Practice
Performance & Live Art — theatre, movement, experimental and cross-disciplinary performance
Lens-based & Creative Media — photography, film, digital storytelling, vlogging, and creative influence
Fashion & Textile Practice — fashion design, textile innovation, and material experimentation
Application Deadline:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through out the year.
Contact Information:
Artudio, Chhauni Hospital Road Swoyambhu-15, Kathmandu, Nepal
Email: artudiofoundation@gmail.com
Whatsapp: +977 923490390
Instagram: @artudionepal
Facebook: fb/artudio
Website: www.artudio.net
Deadline: Ongoing
Artudio International Artists Residency Nepal (AIAR)
Open call for 2026/27
