R.A.R.O. Barcelona announces its Summer Residency 2026, taking place at Casa R.A.R.O., a space for experimentation, dialogue, and artistic creation in the heart of Barcelona.
The program invites artists of all nationalities to develop their projects and research processes in an environment that fosters collaboration and contemporary thinking. Each residency concludes with an Open Studio, where participants share their work with the public.
Residency Options:
- Option 1: June 1–26, 2026
- Option 2: July 6–31, 2026
- Option 3: August 3–28, 2026
- Option 4: August 31 to September 25, 2026
Application deadline: May 17th, 2026
Duration of residency: From 3 weeks to 2 months
Accommodation: Even though we do not offer accommodation, we can help residents to find affordable artists minded accommodations.
Disciplines, work equipment and assistance: Casa R.A.R.O. offers a multidisciplinary space where artists can work in a wide variety of techniques from painting, drawing and collage to performance and video art.
Studio / Workspace: Casa R.A.R.O. is a space for artistic production, research and diffusion of more than 300 m2 located in the heart of the city of Barcelona.
Fees and support: A basic 4 week residency is 750€. For other time options and prices, please visit: https://www.esrarobarcelona.com/open-calls
Expectations towards the artist: A final presentation of the work in an Open Studio format.