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La Casa Etruria Artist Residency

OPEN CALL for SUMMER RESIDENCY, ITALY
Deadline 2026.04.30
Website La Casa Etruria Artist Residency Website
This program offers artists a 2- to 4-week residency opportunity in the medieval town of Latera, Italy. Located in the scenic and culturally rich region of La Tuscia Viterbese, north of Rome and near the border of Tuscany, Latera is surrounded by Etruscan history, medieval village landscapes, chestnut forests, Lake Bolsena, and many notable cultural and natural sites across Tuscany and Umbria. The residency encourages artists to engage in independent creation, research, exploration, and the development of new ideas within a setting shaped by both historical atmosphere and natural beauty. The host especially welcomes self-directed and independent applicants, while offering necessary support during the residency.
Duration 2026-07-01~2026-09-30
2–4 weeks
Fields and Media Comic, Craft, Cultural Heritage, Literature, Movie and Pop Music, Other, Visual Art
Provided by Host ．Accommodation
Residents stay independently in a self-contained apartment located in a typical Italian rural setting. The ground floor includes a living room, kitchen, and workspace, while the first floor has a bedroom and bathroom, with an additional double bed available if needed. The apartment is fully equipped with central heating, a washing machine, and internet access.

．Equipment and Support
The house is suitable for artists working on small- to medium-sized two-dimensional works or small three-dimensional pieces. It is equipped with a large worktable, a studio easel, and a lightweight easel that can easily be moved around the surrounding area. For larger works, artists may also work outdoors in the large garden of the nearby Museo della Terra.

．Studio / Workspace
The private workspace is located on the ground floor of the house and includes a worktable and easel. There is also a desk on the first floor. In addition, outdoor work can be carried out in the garden of the local museum near the house.
Costs Residency fees are listed on the APPLICATION FORM on our website. Please note that residents are responsible for all travel expenses, food, drinks, and artist materials and equipment during their stay.
How to Apply Please fill out the application form on our website.
Please combine all required information into one PDF file and submit it to info@lacasaetruria.com
Selection Procedure Based on evidence of their professional experience, quality of past work and project idea.
Expected Outcome Artists and creative practitioners can independently arrange a stay at La Casa Etruria. After a residence of three to four weeks, they may have the opportunity to hold a small exhibition at the Museo della Terra in Latera . We encourage guests to leave behind an artistic legacy: a sketch, a painting, or a poem.
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