Artist in Residence and Artist Without a Room program

About the Open Call

The Artist in Residence (AiR) program of AGA LAB offers a special context for research, experimenting and the development of new work: a very wide range of printing techniques, technical expertise, a spacious gym as a workplace, exchange with (inter)national colleagues, the non-toxic method, an urban agricultural garden with ink plants and many creative neighbours. The mission within the AiR program: AGA LAB stimulates research and experimentation in the field of ink, colour and image carriers, as well as crossovers between other disciplines materials and techniques. Both national and international artists and designers can register for the Artist in Residence program. AGA LAB regularly invites artists with a specific research proposal. Artists, designers and photographers are also encouraged to submit a project proposal to AGA LAB themselves. The two AiR guest rooms are located in the artist’s space Broedplaats BOUW, where the studio is also located. As an AiR, you have 24 hours access to the workplace as well as access to the joint AGA LAB kitchen. The costs* per month in 2025 are: € 1.550,– for the large room (30 m²); € 1.350,– for the small room (20 m²); € 750,– for a duo residency without a room; € 500,– for a residency without a room. Cost of materials are not included in the price of the residency and should be covered by the artist.

What is Offered

Access to a wide range of printing techniques, technical expertise, spacious gym as a workplace, exchange with international colleagues, non-toxic methods, urban agricultural garden with ink plants, 24-hour access to the workplace and joint kitchen. Optional guest rooms (30 m² or 20 m²).

Requirements

National and international artists, designers, and photographers are encouraged to submit a project proposal. Submission requires a registration form and portfolio.

How to Apply

Download the registration form from the website and send it to air@agalab.nl. Your name and portfolio will be added to the list of candidates assessed by the AiR support team.