--- title: Moroccan Art Residency - Spring 2027 Open Call description: Self-funded 3-week residency in Tetouan, Morocco for artists of all disciplines; shared or private studio, cultural immersion. url: https://www.artsume.com/programs/2e6f4aae-2d45-45c9-bf9f-62fda3936da9 type: program status: open createdAt: "2026-10-16" updatedAt: "2026-10-24" programType: Residency organization: Green Olive Arts organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/green-olive-arts deadline: "2026-11-15" entryFee: 200 MAD location: Green Olive Arts, Tetouan, Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco isOnline: false --- # Moroccan Art Residency - Spring 2027 Open Call **Hosted by:** Green Olive Arts **Type:** Residency | **Location:** Green Olive Arts, Tetouan, Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco | **Deadline:** November 15, 2026 | **Entry fee:** MAD 200 ## About This Program Artists of all disciplines are invited to apply for an art residency at Green Olive Arts, an international art studio in beautiful Tetouan, Morocco. Between grand views of the Rif Mountains and the busy labyrinth of the ancient Arab walled medina, the visual inspiration and warm hospitality are sure to inspire. Shared (2-3 artists) and private studios are available, along with weekly artist lunch gatherings and connections to a local network of artists and traditional artisans. Enjoy a balance of focused production and research along with creative community and cultural immersion to stir your work to new levels. 3 or 6 week artist-funded residencies are available. Applications for our residency seasons are being taken on an open basis for the available 8 studio spaces. Completed and approved applications (including a video interview) will be assessed by our Local Selection Panel before a final decision is made. Travel, housing, meals, and supplies are not included in the residency fee. We also host university study abroad groups, and art trips led by master artists, so contact us for more details if you are interested! ### Additional Eligibility Information Green Olive Arts, Tetouan, offers 3 or 6 week-long, self-directed, artist-funded residencies to emerging, mid-career and established visual artists, writers, performers, scholars and other global creatives seeking a season of focused research and production in the rich context of Moroccan culture. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must submit the online application form, CV, portfolio of recent works, artist statement, application fee and complete an interview. Incomplete applications will not be considered. We are currently accepting applications on an ongoing basis (until filled) for the following residency seasons: SPRING 2027 (3 weeks) - March 22-April 10, 2027 / Shared (10,000 MAD) or Private (15,000 MAD) ### Fee Details Residencies are artist-funded. A 2,000 MAD non-refundable deposit is required upon acceptance to reserve residency space. Residency fees vary depending on shared or private studio choice and the length of the residency. - 10,000 MAD - Shared studio for 3 weeks - 15,000 MAD - Private studio for 3 weeks The residency fee includes a shared or private studio space and the fully equipped common areas of the studio. The residency fee also includes arrival/departure ground transportation, coffee and tea in the studio, use of laundry facilities, a walking tour of the ancient medina of Tetouan, an Artisans of Tetouan Visit to meet local craftsman in their workshops, weekly artist lunches, an introductory Moroccan Arabic lesson, community networking and project consultation for research & production, online promotion, basic translation, and a culminating open studios event. Travel, housing, most meals, and supplies are not included in the residency fee. We do share recommended housing providers which artists are welcome to book themselves. For an additional cost, local and country-wide tours, artisan workshops, trustworthy guides for plein air outings, translators, crating services, connection to galleries, extended local language learning, home stays and meals with local families can be arranged. ## Eligibility & Requirements - **Career Stage:** Open to all - **Geographic Eligibility:** International - **Disciplines:** All disciplines - **Note:** Green Olive Arts, Tetouan, offers 3 or 6 week-long, self-directed, artist-funded residencies to emerging, mid-career and established visual artists, writers, performers, scholars and other global creatives seeking a season of focused research and production in the rich context of Moroccan culture. Open to artists based anywhere in the world. Pets are not allowed. Spouses/partners are allowed for the full stay (non-collaborators), and children are allowed for the full stay. Must apply and be accepted individually, though applicants may also apply as a team. ### Additional Requirements - Completed online application form - Updated CV/Resume - Artist statement - Portfolio - 5 files representing recent work, or 1 file with 5+ works embedded (PDF, JPG, PNG, mp3 or mp4) - Headshot photo of yourself (1200x1200px, for promotion if accepted) - Non-refundable application fee (200 MAD) - Phone or Zoom interview if approved ## Compensation & Benefits Residencies are artist-funded. A 2,000 MAD non-refundable deposit is required upon acceptance to reserve residency space. Residency fees vary depending on shared or private studio choice and the length of the residency: 10,000 MAD for a shared studio (3 weeks) or 15,000 MAD for a private studio (3 weeks). The fee covers studio space, common areas, arrival/departure ground transportation, coffee and tea, laundry facilities, a walking tour of the medina, an artisans visit, weekly artist lunches, an introductory Moroccan Arabic lesson, community networking and project consultation, online promotion, basic translation, and a culminating open studios event. Travel, housing, most meals, and supplies are not included. ## What's Provided - **Studio Access:** Provided - Shared (2-3 artists) or private studio options available. Facilities include exhibition/installation space, performance/presentation facilities, printers and scanner, oil painting workspace, easels, printmaking workspaces, book arts facilities, etching press, glass inking table, drying racks, hot plates, paper soaking sinks, large sinks, and a dedicated wood shop with woodworking tools, tablesaw, router table, planer, and wood vises/working table. ## Timeline - **Opens:** October 16, 2026 - **Deadline:** November 15, 2026 - **Program Start:** March 22, 2027 - **Program End:** April 10, 2027 ## Contact **Email:** applications@greenolivearts.com ## How to Apply Apply at: https://www.jotform.com/form/242961613995569