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“IF Illustration Festival Lyon — Taiwan Focus” 2026 Taiwan–France Illustration Residency Program
Selected participants will begin their journey in Paris from September 4 to 13, 2026, taking part in a week of professional exchanges with experts in the fields of culture, diplomacy, and the arts. They will then travel to Lyon from September 13 to 28 for a two-week residency, which includes participation in a risography workshop at KIBLIND Atelier and the production of original works.
The residency will conclude with a public presentation during the IF Illustration Festival, where the artists’ works will be exhibited as part of a group show, alongside talks and related programs.
This program is part of the festival’s “Taiwan Focus” section.
The program provides support including international travel, accommodation, workspace, and an artist fee of €1,200.
A total of 1 to 3 outstanding Taiwanese illustrators will be selected to participate in this approximately one-month residency in Paris and Lyon, with the aim of fostering international exposure and expanding opportunities for collaboration.
| Duration | September 4–28, 2026 |
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| Fields and Media | Craft, Visual Art |
| Funding | EUR 1,200 creation grant |
| Provided by Host | Covers international travel, accommodation during the residency, and a studio; KIBLIND teams in Paris and Lyon will host the selected artists and arrange institutional visits, professional exchanges, and creative workshops |
| How to Apply | Apply online via Google Form; applicants must have basic English communication ability and submit a CV and portfolio in both Chinese and English |
| Expected Outcome | Residency outcomes will be publicly exhibited during the IF Illustration Festival in Lyon |