--- title: "Résidence D'Artiste : Art & Ecology" description: "The Hôtel d’Artiste residency program is built around a fundamental principle: offering artists dedicated time for research, experimentation and dialogue in an environment conducive to reflection and creativity. Located in the heart of the Jura Mountains in Franche-Comté, the residency invites artists to examine the relationships between people and their environment, our place in the living world, and the ecological, social and cultural changes reshaping how we inhabit the world. For two weeks, residents share living and studio spaces and take part in conversations while developing their own research. The residency includes a group exhibition and public engagement events, creating opportunities to share ideas and connect with the local community." url: https://www.artsume.com/programs/794b1507-6e05-49f0-9e42-e5cd648aaeac type: program status: open createdAt: "2026-10-20" updatedAt: "2026-10-22" programType: Residency organization: Hôtel D'Artiste organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/httpswwwhotel-d-artistefren-gbresidency deadline: "2026-12-15" entryFee: free location: Hôtel D'Artiste, Pierrefontaine-les-Varans, Doubs, France isOnline: false compensationRange: |- **RESIDENCY FEES AND FINANCIAL TERMS** The residency is free for selected artists. Hôtel d’Artiste covers accommodation, half-board and access to the workspaces. A €25 application fee is payable when submitting your application. **What’s included:** - Accommodation in a private room with a private or semi-private bathroom. - Half-board for the entire stay: breakfast and dinner. - Access to the shared studio and exhibition spaces. - Basic painting and drawing materials provided. - Wi-Fi and high-speed internet access. - Exposition (Open studio days) - Publication **What’s not included:** - Round-trip travel to Hôtel d’Artiste (a group transfer from Valdahon station may be available). - Personal expenses and additional living costs. - Specialized materials or technical equipment not available on site. - Shipping costs for artworks and artistic productions. - No additional living stipend is provided as part of the program. Artists wishing to use specialized equipment or develop work requiring specific resources are asked to outline their needs in their application. disciplines: - sound-art - photography - digital-art - generative-art - interactive-art - bio-art - conceptual-art - mixed-media - research-based-practice - ceramics - collage - drawing - fiber-arts - glasswork - illustration - painting - paper-arts - sculpture - textiles - woodwork - environmental-art - installation - land-art --- # Résidence D'Artiste : Art & Ecology *A residency program dedicated to art, ecology and new ways of inhabiting the world* **Hosted by:** Hôtel D'Artiste **Type:** Residency | **Location:** Hôtel D'Artiste, Pierrefontaine-les-Varans, Doubs, France | **Deadline:** December 15, 2026 | **Entry fee:** Free ## About This Program > "Art & Ecology" The Hôtel d’Artiste residency program is built around a fundamental principle: offering artists dedicated time for research, experimentation and dialogue in an environment conducive to reflection and creativity. Located in the heart of the Jura Mountains in Franche-Comté, the residency invites artists to examine the relationships between people and their environment, our place in the living world, and the ecological, social and cultural changes reshaping how we inhabit the world. For two weeks, residents share living and studio spaces and take part in conversations while developing their own research. The residency includes a group exhibition and public engagement events, creating opportunities to share ideas and connect with the local community. **RESIDENCY DATES** Spring 2027 session: April 10, 2027 – April 24, 2027 **NUMBER OF PLACES** 6 artists per session **RESIDENCY FEES AND FINANCIAL TERMS** The residency is free for selected artists. Hôtel d’Artiste covers accommodation, half-board and access to the workspaces. A €25 application fee is payable when submitting your application. **What’s included:** - Accommodation in a private room with a private or semi-private bathroom. - Half-board for the entire stay: breakfast and dinner. - Access to the shared studio and exhibition spaces. - Basic painting and drawing materials provided. - Wi-Fi and high-speed internet access. **What’s not included:** - Round-trip travel to Hôtel d’Artiste (a group transfer from Valdahon station may be available). - Personal expenses and additional living costs. - Specialized materials or technical equipment not available on site. - Shipping costs for artworks and artistic productions. - No additional living stipend is provided as part of the program. Artists wishing to use specialized equipment or develop work requiring specific resources are asked to outline their needs in their application. ## Eligibility & Requirements - **Career Stage:** Open to all - **Geographic Eligibility:** International - **Disciplines:** sound-art, photography, digital-art, generative-art, interactive-art, bio-art, conceptual-art, mixed-media, research-based-practice, ceramics, collage, drawing, fiber-arts, glasswork, illustration, painting, paper-arts, sculpture, textiles, woodwork, environmental-art, installation, land-art - **Note:** The Hôtel d’Artiste residency program is open to artists of **all ages** and **all nationalities** working across a range of disciplines and mediums. Applicants should demonstrate an **active and committed artistic practice**, evidenced by exhibitions, publications, awards, residencies and other relevant experience. ### Additional Requirements The Hôtel d’Artiste residency program is open to artists of **all ages** and **all nationalities**working across a range of disciplines and mediums. Applicants should demonstrate an **active and committed artistic practice**, evidenced by exhibitions, publications, awards, residencies and other relevant experience. **- ARTIST STATEMENT** : A text presenting your artistic practice and current research, and explaining your interest in taking part in the Hôtel d’Artiste residency program. 800 words max. **- ARTIST CV** : PDF · 2 pages maximum · 1 MB maximum. **- PORTFOLIO** : A selection of your work showcasing your practice and the development of your research. PDF · 20 pages maximum · 10 MB maximum. **- PROOF OF PAYMENT** : A receipt confirming payment of the **€25 application fee**. Payment must be made using the following link ## Compensation & Benefits **RESIDENCY FEES AND FINANCIAL TERMS** The residency is free for selected artists. Hôtel d’Artiste covers accommodation, half-board and access to the workspaces. A €25 application fee is payable when submitting your application. **What’s included:** - Accommodation in a private room with a private or semi-private bathroom. - Half-board for the entire stay: breakfast and dinner. - Access to the shared studio and exhibition spaces. - Basic painting and drawing materials provided. - Wi-Fi and high-speed internet access. - Exposition (Open studio days) - Publication **What’s not included:** - Round-trip travel to Hôtel d’Artiste (a group transfer from Valdahon station may be available). - Personal expenses and additional living costs. - Specialized materials or technical equipment not available on site. - Shipping costs for artworks and artistic productions. - No additional living stipend is provided as part of the program. Artists wishing to use specialized equipment or develop work requiring specific resources are asked to outline their needs in their application. **Includes:** None / unpaid ## What's Provided - **Housing:** Provided - For fourteen days, artists share daily life in a historic building restored and transformed into a creative space. Each resident has **a private room with a bathroom** and access to the work and exhibition spaces. A garden and games room offer other places to gather and unwind. **Breakfast and dinner are included**. Shared meals provide valuable opportunities for conversation, reflection and the exchange of experiences. - **Materials Support:** Available - Basic painting and drawing materials provided. Artists wishing to use specialized equipment or develop work requiring specific resources are asked to outline their needs in their application. - **Studio Access:** Provided ## Timeline - **Opens:** October 20, 2026 - **Deadline:** December 15, 2026 - **Expected Notification:** February 15, 2027 - **Program Start:** April 10, 2027 - **Program End:** April 24, 2027 ## Contact **Contact:** Hôtel D'Artiste **Email:** contact@hotel-d-artiste.fr **Phone:** +33 9 80 68 80 83 ## How to Apply Apply through Artsume by visiting the program page and clicking 'Apply'.