Open Call
NIV International Artist Residency 2026
NIV ART CENTRE
Eligibility
NIV Art Centre invites applications primarily from visual artists working across mediums such as painting, sculpture, installation, mixed media and experimental practices. The residency seeks artists who are interested in developing new work, experimenting with materials and ideas, and engaging in a focused creative process. Applicants should propose a clear artistic project or research direction and demonstrate a thoughtful approach to contemporary visual art practices. Selection will be based on the strength, originality, and feasibility of the proposal submitted through the application form.
Number of Participants
Around 10
Deadline
Selection Results (Announcement Dates)
Duration
May 01, 2026 - May 15, 2026
Funding
- $100.00 material budget (one-time)
Costs
- $1,000.00 program fee (one-time)
Facilities
Conference Rooms, Co-Working, Desk Space
Housing
Apartment
Meals
Breakfast, Coffee, Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
Public Programs
Community Engagement , Discussion, Exhibition
Disciplines
Visual Arts
Languages
English, Hindi
Program Description
Established in 2010, NIV Art Centre is an independent interdisciplinary cultural organisation based in New Delhi, India. Building upon its ongoing commitment to artistic exchange and contemporary practice, NIV presents the NIV International Artist Residency 2026 — a structured two-week residency programme designed to foster cross-cultural dialogue, creative development, and professional exchange among artists from across Asia. Hosted in New Delhi, the residency brings together selected artists from Japan, China, Malaysia, Thailand, South Korea, and Vietnam for an intensive period of studio practice, critical discussion, and public engagement. The programme provides accommodation, meals, basic art material support, curated local visits to galleries and museums, an artist talk, and a concluding group exhibition featuring all participating residents. The residency aims to create a focused yet collaborative environment where artists can develop their practice while engaging with India’s co
