If there is no open call at the moment and you are interested in the residency opportunity at KORDON, please contact: residency@kordon.ee

KORDON SELF-DIRECTED AND SELF-FUNDED ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM: summer-autumn 2026

We welcome applications from all types of creative practitioners and researchers including visual artists, architects, filmmakers, writers, curators, musicians, performing artists and those working across disciplines or in collaboration. We offer 2 or 4 week summer and autumn residencies which begin on Sundays and end on Saturdays. Summer is more vibrant on Hiiumaa, but the island's mild autumns offer a variety of nature and peace and quiet to work on your projects. The residency is self-funded, but we are happy to send a formal confirmation/invitation letter to apply for funding.

Ootame kandideerima eri valdkondade loomeprofessionaale, (kunst, arhitektuur, film, kirjandus, muusika, etenduskunst jt), kuraatoreid ja uurijaid. Pakume 2 või 4 nädala pikkusi residentuure, mis algavad pühapäeviti ja lõpevad laupäeviti. Suvine aeg Hiiumaal on elavam ja täis sündmusi, kuid saare pehmed sügised pakuvad looduse mitmekesisust ning rahu ja vaikust oma loominguga tegelemisel. Residentuur on isefinantseeritav, kuid hea meelega saadame ametliku kinnituskirja/kutse rahastuse taotlemiseks.

Application Process: As space is limited, we select applicants based on an evidence of their professional experience, quality of past work, project idea and compatibility with any other residents staying at the same time.

Application deadline: May 20, 2026

Available studios and dates: The residency house includes two studio/bedrooms (small and large) with private bathrooms, a fully equipped shared kitchen and a washing machine. The large studio has a big studio space, a screen and a projector. A small studio is more intimate, where the bedroom is connected to the studio, and is more suitable for an artist or researcher who writes or works at a desk. Included in the residency fee are sheets, towels, all detergents, water, electricity, heating, and internet access. To get around there are bisycles available.

JULY - DECEMBER 2026

Select 2 weeks or 4 weeks (two periods) from the dates below, then fill and send the application form. Priority is given to 4-week applications. We aim to get back to you within one week after application deadline.

July 19 – August 1 / LARGE STUDIO

August 9 – 22 / SMALL STUDIO

August 9 – 22 / LARGE STUDIO

August 23 – September 5 / SMALL STUDIO

August 23 – September 5 / LARGE STUDIO

September 6 – 19 / LARGE STUDIO

September 20 – October 3 / LARGE STUDIO

October 4 – 17 / LARGE STUDIO

October 18 – 31 / LARGE STUDIO

November 1 – 14 / SMALL STUDIO

November 1 – 14 / LARGE STUDIO

November 15 – 28 / SMALL STUDIO

November 15 – 28 / LARGE STUDIO

November 29 – December 12 / SMALL STUDIO

November 29 – December 12 / LARGE STUDIO

Residency fee per 2 week (13 nights):

– SMALL STUDIO = studio/bedroom (17 sqm) / €715 for an individual; €25 per day for an additional person in the same studio.

– LARGE STUDIO = loft type studio/bedroom (40sqm) / €845 for an individual; €25 per day for an additional person in the same studio.

Successful applicants will be sent confirmation of dates, KORDON guidelines and an invoice. The residency fee must be paid at least four weeks prior to arrival. The granted residency period is not secure until fee payment is processed. If the residency fee and arriving information are not provided by the artist two weeks prior to arrival, the granted residency period may be cancelled automatically without notification.

Expectations towards the artist

As this is a self-funded residency, the only expectation is that the artist works on their project during the majority of their residency. We hope that this supportive environment, without the pressure to produce, will aid creativity, experimentation and the development of new ideas. KORDON, for its part, deals with communication and supports the resident with the necessary help during the residency.

Application form

For questions and more information, please contact: opencall@kordon.ee