China | A4 Residency 2027

A4 Residency Art Center, located in Chengdu, China, is calling for applications from international artists for its residency programme in 2027.

The A4 Residency Art Center is a multidisciplinary global exchange platform that integrates creation, networking, and resources. It is dedicated to fostering cross-cultural creative collisions and innovation through residency programmes while promoting the deep integration of creative culture with commerce and communities.

The residency must be no less than 8 weeks.

A4 Residency Art Center welcomes applications from:

• Multidisciplinary artists, including but not limited to visual arts, performing arts, music, film, sound, and architecture.
• Curators engaged in cross-disciplinary exhibition-making, curation, and project development.
• Designers spanning product design, fashion design, spatial design, interactive design, and related fields.
• Creatives with interdisciplinary backgrounds capable of integrating art, business, and cultural sectors.

Support

• Studio and accommodation.
• Round-trip airfare (Economy) or Train (2nd Class) within a set budget.
• Production grant of 10,000 RMB per project for materials/production.
• Engagement with local communities, commercial brands, and cultural institutions.
• Promotional support via official online platforms.
• Participation in salons, talks, and open studio events.
• Showcasing residency outcomes through exhibitions, performances, publications, and public art projects.

A4 Residency Art Center application guidelines

Deadline: 30 June 2026