Artist-run space · Romeira, Santarém, Portugal · 30 programs
Housing
Private bedroom in a shared housing facility on campus (Aviário Studio House); artists are also free to arrange their own accommodation elsewhere. Spouses/partners may be accommodated for the full stay (non-collaborators). Materials and meals are not included.
Equipment
Ceramics workspace, electric wheels, electric kiln, heavy metals/blacksmithing, soldering workspace, gas/oxy torches, bench grinder, darkroom (black and white), printers + scanner, easels, drawing benches, printmaking workspaces, book arts facilities, etching press, glass inking table, drying racks, hot plates, metal plate shear, paper soaking sinks, paper tearing table, acid room, silkscreen studio, light tables, large sinks, large exposure unit, washout room, padded screen print tables, well-ventilated spray room, woodworking tools
Compensation details
Aviário Studio does not currently offer any grants or scholarships, though artists are encouraged to apply for external financial support. There is no artist stipend. Residents pay a Residency Fee that covers accommodation in a shared house, studio access during opening hours (Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.), access to workshops and equipment according to each participant's experience, and project discussion.
Fees are:
Materials and meals are not included; a precise quotation is given after application. Studio Support (training or assistance) is €20 per hour. To secure a place, 50% of the fee is due upon booking, with the remainder due upon arrival.
Accessibility
Studios/facilities partially accessible (50% or more). Accessible housing: N/A.
Partially accessible studios/facilities (50% or more)
Requirements
Send the following to aviariostudio@gmail.com: Full Name; Email Address; Phone Number; Nationality; Birth Date; Check-in and check-out dates (for us to confirm availability); Accommodation: Would you like to stay at Aviário Studio House? Will you bring a partner?; Choose your residency: Self-directed Residency, Guided Art Residency or Assisted Production Residency (check our website to know more about the different types of residency); Brief description of your project; Online portfolio (or 5-8 images instead).
Artists must be over 21 years old at the time of their arrival, and must ensure they can cover the costs of the Residency fee, travel, materials and food. The residency is open to artists based anywhere in the world, at any stage of career (emerging, mid-career or established). Applicants must apply and be accepted individually, though teams may also apply. Pets are not allowed, but spouses and partners are welcome to stay for the full residency (as non-collaborators).