Applications Open | 2026 International Residencies
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Applications Open | 2026 International Residencies
We are pleased to announce two international residency opportunities for our alumni and staff community for 2026. These residencies offer a unique chance to immerse yourself in the vibrant art scenes of two iconic European cities, Paris and Rome, and further develop your artistic practice in an enriching cultural environment.
Application Deadline: Sunday 29 June 2025
The Onslow Storrier NAS Residency, La Cité Internationale Des Arts, Paris
A three-month studio residency in Paris for a National Art School Graduate or Academic Staff Member.
Application Deadline Sunday 29 June 2025
Notification of Outcome from 1 August 2025
Residency dates:
January 5 – March 27 2026
April 2 – June 26 2026
July 2 – September 28 2026
October 2 – December 28 2026
The British School At Rome
A three-month residency in an interdisciplinary research community.
Application Deadline Sunday 29 June 2025
Notification of Outcome from 1 August 2025
Residency dates: April 3 – June 30 2026
Want to learn more about the residencies?
Art Forum | Harry de Vries and Emryn Ingram-Shute
Hear from recent residency recipients Emryn Ingram Shute and Harry de Vries as they reflect on their time at La Cité Internationale des Arts and The British School in Rome, respectively.
Wednesday 7 May 2025
12:45 – 1:30pm
Cell Block Theatre
NAS International Residencies Information Session
Can’t attend the Art Forum? Join our International Residencies webinar to learn about the overseas residency programs on offer to NAS Alumni & Staff.
Wednesday 7 May 2025
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM
Online, Zoom link
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