Singapore’s INSTINC is calling out to artists from around the world — and from France, specifically — with two exciting open calls for its 2025 residency programmes. Whether you’re looking to push the boundaries of your creative practice or dive deep into themes of memory and history, INSTINC offers space, support, and visibility at the heart of Southeast Asia’s buzzing art scene.
Open Call #1: INSTINC’s Artist-in-Residence Programme (May–Dec 2025)
Deadline Extended: 21 May 2025, 11:59PM SGT
This six-week residency is open to both international and local artists whose work is conceptually strong, critically engaged, and unapologetically experimental. INSTINC welcomes creatives eager to challenge the status quo and immerse themselves in Singapore’s dynamic cultural landscape.
What’s Included:
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92m² shared studio space
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A one-week final exhibition at INSTINC gallery (near Singapore Art Museum)
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Professional photo + video documentation
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Publicity support (press release, social media, opening reception, artist talk)
Residency Duration:
6 weeks between May and December 2025
Open to local and international artists
This is your chance to connect, experiment, and exhibit in one of Southeast Asia’s most exciting cultural hotspots.
Open Call #2: The VISIONS Residency (03 Aug – 14 Sept 2025)
Deadline: 30 May 2025, 11:59PM SGT
In collaboration with the National Arts Council Singapore and the Embassy of France, the VISIONS Residency returns for its second cycle — this time with a focus on Memory and History.
Fully funded and tailored for French or France-based artists, the programme is ideal for those with at least three years of post-graduation experience in the arts or research, looking to develop thoughtful, critical projects in a cross-cultural context.
This is more than just studio time — it’s an opportunity to connect with Singapore’s rich historical layers and cultural narratives while engaging with local communities and contemporary dialogue.
Ready to Apply?
Don’t wait — explore the full details and submit your application through INSTINC’s official channels.
Whichever path you choose, INSTINC’s residencies offer more than just a workspace — they’re a launchpad for artistic growth, collaboration, and cultural exchange.
