Acción Cultural Española (AC/E) and the European Ceramic Workcentre (EKWC) in the Netherlands are pleased to announce a new open call for their annual residency program. This ongoing collaboration aims to foster international mobility and artistic experimentation within the field of ceramics.

This residency is open to experienced Spanish artists from all disciplines—including design, music, and architecture. Prior experience with ceramics is not a requirement; instead, we seek applicants with an experimental attitude and an imaginative work plan that leverages EKWC’s world-class facilities and expert technical guidance.

2026 Residency Details

The residency will span twelve weeks, running from August 13th to November 4th, 2026. The program is designed to allow creators to develop ambitious projects that would be impossible to realize without the specialized knowledge and infrastructure provided by the EKWC.

What does the residency include? Supported by AC/E, the selected candidate will receive:

Return flights from their place of residence in Spain.

Accommodation for the entire duration of the stay.

Full access to EKWC facilities and specialized technical advice.

A budget of up to €1,250 (incl. VAT) for firing and material costs.

A final allowance of €2,500 from AC/E to cover living and production expenses.

Timeline and Applications

Application Deadline: May 31st, 2026.

Selection Announcement: June 10th, 2026 (via AC/E and EKWC websites).

How to apply: Applications must be submitted through the official EKWC website using the link below.

Through this annual partnership, Acción Cultural Española continues to support the presence of Spanish creators in international centers of excellence, encouraging the exploration of new material languages.

Organized by: European Ceramic Workcentre (EKWC)

In collaboration with: Acción Cultural Española (AC/E)

Location: Oisterwijk, Netherlands

Application Link: https://ekwc.nl/call-for-spanish-applicants/