Belgrade Art Studio Residency, nestled in the historic neighborhood of Dorćol in Belgrade, Serbia, offers a unique environment for artists, curators, and researchers to focus on their creative pursuits away from everyday distractions. This residency is open to both emerging and established artists of any discipline and nationality, providing a space that combines the charm of eclectic luxury with the functional needs of creative work. Housed in a beautifully renovated 19th-century building, the studio merges vintage design elements with contemporary art, creating an inspiring setting for residents.
The residency accepts applications on a rolling basis, welcoming individuals, couples, and even pets. It encourages artists to engage with the local community and maintain professional conduct during their stay. Facilities are not handicapped accessible due to the historic nature of the building. Residents are expected to cover their travel and living expenses, although the studio offers financial aid packages of up to 40% off the cost, varying by the artist's financial situation and country of origin.
The city itself was my main inspiration. The studio apartment (the big one) is beautiful and comfortable. The studio is in the apartment and it was very beneficial to see the work from bed before going to sleep. There is another studio apartment, a smaller one, and it is nice to have a fellow artist residing with you, but in a separate though adjacent apartment. I had an exhibition that I arranged for myself after a recommendation of the residency manager.
Amazing location in Belgrade! Beautiful apartment and studio. I had lots of time and space to experiment during my time. It is a very solo residency, so not much collaboration or outside interaction. There isn’t really an on-site person or group facilitating any studio activities. The setup is basically an apartment with a studio room in a city building. There are two separate apartments with 2 artists. I also attended during the pandemic, so that played a role in my experience too; it may have been different otherwise! I loved the city of Belgrade, and it was a very inspiring environment for my practice. The studio was very spacious.
