About the Open Call

RESIDENCY 5.0 exploring porcelain supports international artists and designers, offering a free space to research, experiment, and develop innovative concepts in working with porcelain and ceramics. The program takes place at the Höchster Porzellan Manufaktur, Germany's second oldest porcelain manufactory and HfG Offenbach's new satellite location for research and teaching. The scholarship provides unique conditions for linking traditional artisanship with innovative interdisciplinary teaching and research concepts, including new digital processes like ceramic 3D printing and robotics. Scholarship holders will have access to HPM's production facility and workshops, including mold making, foundry, embossing, painting, and various kilns. Artists are expected to work on site at least 4-5 days a week, 6-8 hours daily for 4 months, focusing on the realization, exhibition, and documentation of their artistic project. They are encouraged to interact with students, teachers, and the public through workshops, lectures, and events. The residency team provides guidance, and a jury of experts selects the scholarship holders. The program initiates twice a year.

What is Offered

Studio workplace at Höchster Porzellan Manufaktur, a room in the residency guest apartment in Offenbach, financial support of EUR 1,000.00 per month, a 'Deutschlandticket' (public transportation), work materials costs up to EUR 500.00 (on request), travel expenses up to EUR 1,500.00 (on request), exhibition costs coverage, documentation costs coverage (photography, film, catalog), compensation for transfer program workshop and lecture efforts, participation in HfG's national and international networking, and access to the art academy's life and research facilities (library, networks, institutions). The residency duration is 4 months (April 15th, 2026 - August 15th, 2026).

Requirements

The program targets Art College, academy, or related educational institution postgraduates who have extensive experience with ceramic materials and wish to deepen their artistic or design skills with porcelain.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via the provided link. The application window is from December 1, 2025, to January 5, 2026, midnight. Applicants are advised to upload their materials well in advance of the deadline.