This fellowship offers talented artists from all disciplines the opportunity to do 5 months of research in an international academic environment.
A research proposal can be submitted from:
15 January to 17 March 2025 12:00 pm.
More information
The fellowship
What is offered?
- A five-month stay at NIAS (February 2026 to June 2026)
- Temporary accommodation near NIAS or a travel allowance
- A personal office (not a studio or studio)
- Daily lunch and access to research facilities, including a computer and library services
- A monthly stipend of €3200 for the duration of the fellowship
- Cross-pollination of art and science
The aim of this fellowship is to do an in-depth theoretical study of an artistic project, and then develop it into a final product such as, for example, an essay, film or concept.
The programme aims for artistic and scientific cross-fertilisation, all fellows conduct research at the same time and share their ideas and findings with each other during their fellowship. The results of the research should be made accessible to the public.
Register and nominate
Who can apply?
Artists living and working in the Netherlands.
Artists of Dutch nationality living in the Netherlands or abroad.
Members of the Academy of Arts can nominate themselves. Other artists must be nominated by a member of one of the three Akademies (AVK, DJA, KNAW).
How do I apply or nominate an artist?
The website contains the application requirements and the steps of the application process. Please read the guidelines on the website carefully prior to an application or nomination.
The information on the application procedure is in English.
View the application procedure
Questions
Questions about the application process or nomination? Contact the Academy of Arts at avk@knaw.nl
Practical questions about the residency, such as accommodation or facilities? Contact Annette Mullink at partners@nias.knaw.nl
