About Kala Yatra
Kala Yatra ( कला यात्रा - Kalā Yātrā ) is an artist-run, not-for-profit collective that curates concept-based exhibitions, socially relevant projects, and artist residencies, while also engaging the community through workshops and educational outreach.
What Residents Receive
- Flexible self-funded residencies (2 weeks–1+ month)
- Private self-catering accommodation with shared spaces
- Opportunities for exhibitions, open studios, talks, or non-productive reflection
- Access to a diverse, supportive art community
- Possibility of reduced fees for SAARC artists
- Open to visual artists, writers, performers, curators, filmmakers, architects, musicians & more
Residency Fee Structure
- € 200 (two weeks / 14 Days)
- € 400 (a month / 30 Days)
- € 300 (a month / 30 Days - for SAARC Artist)*
*We offer promotional or reduced residency fee exclusively to artists who are both residents and citizens of SAARC countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka).
Who Can Apply
Our residency programs are open to, but not limited to, the following professions:
Visual Artist, Painter, Sculptor, Ceramist, Print Maker, Performing Artist, Musician, Writer, New Media Artist, Curator, Film Makers, Theater Artist, Architect, Art Critics, Researcher etc.
You are not listed above! Just send us an e-mail.
How to Apply
Please read all the residency program details and guidelines before submitting your application. You can mail your application to: connect@kalayatra.org
Your application must contain the following:
- Artist statement
- CV/Bio, Portfolio/ Website Link
- Recent works (maximum 10 in PDF format)
- Copy of valid Passport and Application form
What We Offer
We offer networking opportunities and presentations at Kala Yatra and partner institutions. We can also facilitate exhibitions or assist with navigating galleries and studios if needed.
We offer following amenities to ensure that your basic accomodation needs are covered.
- Individual Bedroom: a single/double bed with linens
- Bathroom / WC: a private or shared WC as per booking
- Kitchen: a shared kitchen with essential cooking amenities
- WiFi: please bring your laptop
- Working Space: a common working space
- Hot & Cold Water: solar thermal hot water
- House Keeping: weekly housekeeping services (dusting, changing sheets, and restroom cleaning only)
- Digital Guide Book: includes themes like house rules, navigations, residency formalities, local guide etc
- Airport Pick-Up/ Drop: on request with an extra cost
Expenses Covered by the Resident Artist
We run an artist-led, self-funded residency and currently have no available funding. To cover administrative and utility expenses, we charge a minimal fee based on the duration of your stay.
- International Travel: expenses related to the artist's travel (Visas, Air Ticket)
- Local Travel: any travel expenses incurred when journeying outside the primary location of the exhibition or residency
- Daily Living Expenses: food, art supplies, transportation, communication expenses (e.g., mobile phone/SIM card), and other materials
- Health Insurance: artists are strongly advised to arrange their own health insurance for travel to and from Nepal