Eligibility

Can Serrat is a farmhouse located in El Bruc (Montserrat), 45 km from Barcelona. Since 1989, it has hosted one of the oldest international residency programs for artistic and literary projects in Catalonia. The program focuses on supporting and guiding the creative process through both individual and collective meetings, as well as fostering connections within an extensive professional cultural network. The house can accommodate up to 35 people from different countries and disciplines, allowing for a wealth of enriching exchanges. Can Serrat receives support from the Government of Catalonia and is a member of Xarxaprod (the network of artistic production centers in Catalonia) and the TAV-CC. Selection Criteria: Uniqueness of the Proposal Relevance of the Project: Connection between your project and the Can Serrat program, as well as the surrounding environment. Projects that engage meaningfully and originally with the cultural, social, and natural context of the region.

Number of Participants

Full Grant + artist fee: Accommodation at Can Serrat (private room for six weeks between May and June) Meals: 2 prepared community dinners per week, basic food supplies (coffee, tea, condiments, and some dry goods depending on availability) Artist Fee 2250€ Full Grant : Accommodation at Can Serrat (shared room for one month during July) Meals: 2 prepared community dinners per week, basic food supplies (coffee, tea, condiments, and some dry goods depending on availability) 20Partial Scholarship Options: Minimum residency duration: one month Option 1 Shared room: €998.70/month (shared with up to 3 people) Option 2 Private room: €1578.90/month Option 3 Studio only (no accommodation or meals included): €274.50/month * *Options 1 and 2 include 2 prepared community dinners, basic food items (coffee, tea, condiments, and some dry goods depending on availability).

Deadline

May 18, 2025 22:00 UTC

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

July 12, 2025 22:00 UTC

Duration

May 03, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Costs

• €908.00 program fee (one-time)

Facilities

Alternative Processes Darkroom, Ceramic Facility, Co-Working, Darkroom, Desk Space, Installation Space, Piano, Shared Studio, Stage

Housing

Guest House, Kitchen, Live/Work, Private Room, Shared Bathroom, Shared Room

Meals

Coffee, Snacks, Tea, Vegan, Vegetarian

Public Programs

Critique, Discussion, Grant, Group Dinners, Mentors, Performances, Professional Development, Publication, Readings, Round Tables, Visiting Professionals, Workshops, Yoga

Disciplines

Architecture, Arts Administrator, Book Arts, Ceramics, Chefs, Choreography, Cinematography, Collective, Conceptual Art, Crafts & Trades, Culinary, Dance, Design, Digital Media, Documentary, Drawing, Dreamers, Entrepreneur , Fiber Arts, Film, Illustration, Installation, Interdiscplinary Arts, Intervention, Jewelry, Journalism, Literature, Makers, Multimedia, Painting, Performance Art, Photography, Playwriting, Poetry, Printmaking, Public Art, Research, Scientists, Screenwriting, Sculpture, Textile, Theatre, Thinkers, Video Art, Visual Arts

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Program Description

·Full access to all shared spaces and resources You will be free to use the common work areas, available equipment, and creative spaces at Can Serrat ·Participation in all activities You will be an active part of a dynamic community: activities, outings, meetings, and shared moments ·Travel covered for organized activities We take care of transportation for the visits and events organized by Can Serrat. ·Connection with the local environment You’ll have the opportunity to connect with artists, collectives, spaces, and initiatives in the region ·Visibility of your project and process We will share your work through our social media and communication channels to highlight your participation. ·Publication in the digital project archive Your process will become part of the collective archive of residents and will be available on the residency website ·One-on-one follow-up meetings Personalized support sessions with a team member to talk about your process, needs, or concerns ·Studio Visits