Applications are now open until October 12, 2025, for the Accra-based residency, supporting both emerging and established artists.
dot.ateliers has announced the open call for its 2026 Artist Residency Program, inviting applications from both emerging and established practitioners who are ready to push their creative boundaries and engage with a dynamic community of peers. The deadline for submissions is October 12, 2025, at 11:59 PM (GMT).
The residency program is situated in Accra’s city centre, offering a serene and inspiring environment where artists can focus on experimentation, exploration, and collaboration. Designed to foster creativity across disciplines, the program provides residents with the time, resources, and critical engagement necessary to deepen their practices and connect with a broader cultural network.
Application Requirements
Applicants are asked to submit a single PDF containing:
- Cover letter introducing themselves and outlining their motivation for applying
- Artist biography
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A headshot
- Artist statement
- A portfolio of 5 to 10 artworks with full details (title, medium, year, and dimensions)
- Contact details of two references
- Optional: a short video message
Submissions must be uploaded through the online application portal.
About the Residency
The dot.ateliers residency is dedicated to supporting artists at various stages of their careers, from emerging voices to established practitioners seeking new contexts for their work. It is a space that values experimentation, risk-taking, and dialogue, offering participants an opportunity to expand their practice and engage meaningfully with the local and international art community.
The program emphasises exchange and collaboration, encouraging artists to not only develop their individual projects but also to participate in conversations that enrich the residency community. By situating artists within Accra’s vibrant cultural landscape, the residency creates opportunities for cross-disciplinary dialogue and interaction with the city’s broader artistic ecosystem.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can apply? Both emerging and established artists working across media are encouraged to apply.
- Where is the residency located? In Accra’s city centre, there is a dedicated space designed to support artists’ creative needs.
- What is the application deadline? October 12 2025, by 11:59 PM GMT.
- How do I apply? Applications must be submitted online through the official portal.
dot.ateliers remains committed to cultivating a space where creativity, community, and critical thought converge. By offering artists the opportunity to immerse themselves in a supportive residency environment, the program strengthens local and international networks while contributing to the broader discourse on contemporary art.
The deadline for the 2026 cycle is October 12 2025. More information and the application portal can be found at dot.ateliers.
