fully Funded Art Residency in Estonia Narva Art Residency (NART) 2026
The Narva Art Residency (NART), in cooperation with the Narva City Architecture and Urban Planning Department, is calling for applications from artists, architects, and other creative practitioners from Estonia and abroad for a 2-month residency in Narva, Estonia, from 10 August to 9 October 2026.
This is the third competition to create a new large-scale installation or sculpture. This time, the location will be outside the city centre, on the edge of the Pähklimäe district. The object is expected to enrich public space with spatial and artistic value, with a particular focus on the use of light.
The selected artist will be directly involved in the installation’s creation and they will be able to exchange knowledge and experiences with local residents. The installation-sculpture is not merely a temporary artwork, but a long-term addition to the urban space, shaping the cityscape and the environment in which people move daily. It will be placed in a public space and visible to a wide audience.
The work is expected to incorporate light in various forms (daylight reflections and seasonal/time-based changes; lighting solutions for dark hours; illuminating objects; showcasing light through colour, etc.), emphasising the importance of light as a key component of high-quality public space and design.
Eligibility
Artists, architects, and other creative practitioners from Estonia and abroad are welcome to apply. The selected artist is expected to take a hands-on approach and manage the process from the initial sketch to the finished work. The grant is awarded to a single person.
Support
- A creative grant of 3,000 EUR
- Production costs of at least 11,000 EUR
- Transport is refunded up to 1,000 EUR
NART 2026 residency application guidelines
Deadline: 15 May 2026
