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The Nordic Artists’ Centre Dale (NKD)

Dale i Sunnfjord, Norway

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5.0(1 review)· 100% recommend
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About

The Nordic Artists’ Centre Dale (NKD) is an internationally recognized art residency located in Dale i Sunnfjord, Norway, established in 1998. Supported by the Arts Council Norway, NKD offers opportunities for artists, designers, architects, and curators to develop their practice, engage with the local and international art scene, and collaborate with peers. The center provides residents with a monthly stipend, individual studios, and separate living accommodations, all located on-site. NKD is renowned for its beautiful and tranquil setting in the Norwegian fjords, offering five individual cabins and two apartments as housing for residents. The studios are large, 50 square meters each, and equipped with natural light, high ceilings, and necessary facilities for various artistic practices. Applications are accepted through annual open calls, typically announced in January and February. NKD also promotes open studios, workshops, and seminars to engage both residents and the local community.

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Disciplines

ArchitectureDesignDrawingInstallationPaintingPhotographySculptureTextileMultidisciplinaryInterdisciplinary

Facilities

Private ApartmentShared ApartmentPrivate StudioShared StudioTechnical EquipmentKitchen FacilitiesInternet Access

Professional Opportunities

Open StudioMentorshipCollaborative ProjectCross-Disciplinary EncountersLocal ProjectPublicationWorkshop

Rating Breakdown

Location
5.0
Studio
5.0
Professional
5.0
Support
5.0
Community
4.0

Reviews(1)

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Anonymous
Mar 2026
5

Time to concentrate on my practice. Fantastic surroundings, nature, house and studio situation. The staff is very helpful. Stipend to cover living costs and travel. I could bring my dog and my husband stayed there for free for a large part of my residency. It is a bit remote so if you don't like to be alone it is may be not a place for you. I brought my car, but the residency has a car that the residents can use. There are not so much social happening (a few meetings). So you have to reach out to the other artists for this.

Location 5Studio 5Professional 5Support 5Community 4
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