International Call – China Residency
10,000 RMB, travel support, and 8–10 weeks of free accommodation are among the benefits offered by the A4 Art Center, China for interdisciplinary artists.
According to Gallery Online, this cross-disciplinary program provides a platform for artists, curators, designers, and other creatives to develop their artistic and research projects in connection with the local community and with extensive institutional support.
Program Highlights:
Engagement with the local community and the urban character of Chengdu
Focus on interdisciplinary and innovative works
Opportunities to showcase projects through exhibitions, performances, public events, and publications
Use of the “Super Agent” system to directly connect with local residents and gain insight into everyday culture
Documentation and archiving of projects along with the publication of research outcomes
Location:
A4 Residency Art Center – Chengdu, China
Dates:
Spring 2026: April – June
Fall 2026: July – October
Spring 2027: April – June
Duration of stay: 8–10 weeks (minimum 8 weeks)
Support Provided:
Studio and accommodation
Travel expenses (round-trip economy class airfare or second-class train ticket)
Production grant: 10,000 RMB per person/team (excluding living costs)
Access to local resource networks (communities, brands, and cultural institutions)
Exclusive cultural tours for a deeper understanding of Chengdu
Media coverage and promotion through official platforms
Opportunities for exhibitions, performances, and public programs
Eligible Disciplines:
Visual Arts
Performing Arts
Music
Film & Sound
Architecture
Curatorial Practice
Design (product, fashion, spatial, interactive, etc.)
Other interdisciplinary creative practices
Required Documents:
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Portfolio (samples of work)
Project proposal, including objectives, methods, and approaches to engaging with the local community/partners
Artist photo
All documents must be submitted in English and Chinese
Project application deadline:
The deadline of 2026-2027 recruitment is currently located on the 31/10/2025.
Our open call lasts through out the year.
The submission after the end of October will be considered to the following year.
Submit applications via email: a4residency@a4am.cn
Online Gallery, in line with its commitment to supporting artists in participating in international programs, will be at the service of esteemed artists and intellectuals for consultation, registration, resume preparation, proposal writing, motivation letter drafting, and personal website design for applications to residencies and calls. Interested individuals should send their consultation requests, along with contact information, to the email address onlineartgallery.ir@gmail.com.