Benefits: Wonderful central location in Split; welcoming, erudite and helpful staff and community who comfortable and clean accommodation within the Culture Hub building, spacious light building next to shops Challenges: there was not a separate studio for painting as their programme is more conceptual/socially engaged but I managed fine with a little improvisation. Practical tips: Be clear and explicit about what you need to make your work. Costs v gains: Very reasonably priced and accessible. I got from the residency the seeds of a new body of work, fascinating historic materials to study, an expanded network. The curator gave me a recommendation to the British Croatian Society and i will be having a solo exhibition at the Croatian Embassy in London this November
Prostor by Culture Hub Croatia (CHC)
Split, Croatia
About
[Prostor], led by Culture Hub Croatia (CHC), is a dynamic creative hub located in Split, Croatia. Established in 2017, CHC is dedicated to fostering creativity, contemporary art, and intercultural dialogue through innovative educational programs and continuous exhibition activities. The residency program at Prostor supports artists and cultural professionals in contemporary art, emphasizing participatory, research-based, and process-based practices. Residents receive a private room, shared facilities, and access to an open studio, co-working area, and exhibition space. The program also offers opportunities for networking, curatorial support, and presenting work through exhibitions, talks, or workshops. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with thematic focuses for each year. Prostor’s self-directed residency aims to create a collaborative and community-engaged environment for artists to develop and share their projects. This initiative emphasizes the importance of art in fostering a socially just and sustainable future.