Residencies
The Sansusī Art Residency Center Susēja, originally created as a space for developing specific works for the Sansusī Festival, has grown into a versatile year-round platform for creative processes. The residency offers workspaces, the inspiring landscapes of Sēlija region, and modest financial support, enabling artists from diverse fields to fully immerse themselves in their practice – conducting research, developing new projects, and experimenting, while also engaging in the exchange of ideas with fellow residents. Artists also have the opportunity to collaborate with the local community, the Aknīste Psychoneurological Hospital, the Health and Social Care Center or the Children and Youth Center.
To date, it has hosted more than 60 artists and continues to be open to projects in various genres of contemporary art – from music and theater to visual arts and interdisciplinary experiments
We welcome applications from professionals and young talents of various art genres, solo artists and groups of artists (up to 6 people).
Application deadline: 06.10.2025 or until all residencies are filled
Residency starts can : 01.10.2025
Residency ends: 20.12.2025
Location: Latvia, Susēja
Link to more information: (uz mājaslapu, par rezidencēm)
Duration of residency: 1 – 4 weeks
Accommodation:
Accommodation for artists is organized in a residency center with facilities to accommodate approximately 6 people at a time.
Studio/Workspace:
Activity Hall (70 m2) for various indoor activities, seminars, concerts. Basic sound equipment, grand piano, projector, printer.
– Outdoor activity room “KHOR ll” – a specially constructed outdoor canopy for relaxation and conversation.
Fees and support:
The residency provides accommodation, a shared workspace and a creative stipend of EUR 15.00 per day. However, artists are responsible for their own travel expenses. Note that the residence is located in rural area, about 3 km from the center of Aknīste.
In addition, they will be responsible for their own food, personal expenses, and any costs related to the creation or production of their artwork.
If accepted, we can assist residents with an acceptance letter for funding applications if needed.
Expectations towards the artist:
We expect artists to document their work through photos, journals, or regular social media posts, and to present the results at the end of their residency. Artists may present their work in any format they choose, such as a performance, concert, exhibition, talk, or creative workshop.
Application information:
Send your application to: rezidences@sansusi.lv
The application must include the following:
Bio/CV, including creative work.
A brief description of the planned work, preferred duration and dates of residency
Portfolio
Once we receive this information, we will get back to you with our decision
