A self-directed residency provides time and space to develop your practice in a social, supportive, and stimulating environment.

They are open to artists, writers, performers, musicians, scholars, and any other creative discipline.

All of our residencies take place in Athens, Greece. Every resident has a dedicated workspace in Argo Studios, and accommodation is provided in the Argo Mansions. You can read more about our spaces and approach here.

The City

〰️ Work and stay in the heart of Athens, Greece 〰️

〰️ A short walk to amazing museums 〰️

〰️ Dozens of contemporary art galleries, project spaces and performance venues 〰️

〰️ A strong tradition of political engagement and protest 〰️

〰️ Vibrant nightlife and queer scene 〰️

Athens is a wonderful paradox.
Of course, it is an ancient city steeped in history, known for its classical architecture and archaeological treasures. Amidst the remnants of its past, though, the city boasts a vibrant arts scene, hundreds of contemporary galleries, and cultural festivals. Local artists draw inspiration from their surroundings, blending traditional themes with modern expressions. This unique juxtaposition creates a dynamic atmosphere where history and creativity coexist harmoniously.
Exarcheia is our beautiful, grubby, intense, relaxed neighborhood. It’s famous for being a center of political activism and for its vibrant atmosphere of creativity and resistance. It’s not all protests, though: the neighborhood is also dotted with charming bars and cozy cafes, making it a popular spot for both locals and visitors to eat with friends, sit all day with a coffee and notebook, or party all night.

The Experience

〰️ Residencies for 2 weeks to 3 months 〰️

〰️ Up to 7 residents at a time 〰️

〰️ Time and space to develop your practice 〰️

〰️ Independent exploration and a supportive community 〰️

〰️ Focus on process, not products 〰️

Argo residencies provide time and space to develop your practice in a social, supportive atmosphere. We can host up to seven residents at one time - three with private bedrooms, and up to four sharing two larger bedrooms. That means you’ll be sharing your kitchen, bathrooms, and maybe your ideas and dreams, with your fellow residents, but you’ll also have private space to focus on your work.
We encourage residents to use their time and space to focus more on process than product, more on research and exploration than rushing to finish an exhibition. Athens, Exarchia, and your fellow residents will provide rich sources of inspiration, and we’re here to support your practice and development.
Argo residencies can be challenging and rewarding in equal measure. Greece is a fierce place in both climate and temperament, and we encourage residents to respectfully challenge each other’s ideas.
While you are here, you will also have access to a rotating series of cultural events hosted in our project space: artist talks and lectures by visiting guest artists, group and solo exhibitions, film screenings, workshops, and performances.

The Schedule

〰️ Monthly shared dinner with your fellow residents 〰️

〰️ Contemporary art tour to visit galleries, museums, local artists’ studios, and/or local curators 〰️

〰️ Day trips to museums or archaeological sites 〰️

〰️ Open Studios to share your work with the public 〰️

The minimum stay for residents is two weeks, and the maximum three months, but we recommend that most people come for one to two months. That’s because we run on a monthly schedule. Each month, we offer four events that are designed to introduce you to the cultural climate of the city, and to showcase your work:
- A monthly shared dinner with your fellow residents.
- A contemporary art tour to visit galleries, museums, local artists’ studios, and/or local curators.
- A cultural history day trip to a museum, archaeological site, or similar.
- A day-long Open Studios event, in which the public will be invited to come and see your works in progress.
Each of these are optional, as we also respect the powerful container that a residency provides, allowing you to delve deeper into your creative practice without the distractions of everyday life. We welcome you to follow your creative flow and honor the working rhythms that emerge during the residency. In other words, do what best suits you, whilst knowing there is a rich atmosphere of community and creative exchange available for you to engage with.

The Cost

〰️ €1975 per month for a private room 〰️

〰️ €1475 per month for a shared room 〰️

〰️ This includes accommodation, a dedicated workspace in our studios, and access to our events 〰️

〰️ It doesn’t include food or transportation 〰️

The standard price for an Argo residency is €1975 per month for a private bedroom, and €1475 for a shared room.
This includes your accommodation, bills, access to the studios, participation in monthly events, and access to the woodshop.
It doesn’t include the cost of your travel, or food while in Greece. We recommend you budget €100-€300 per week for food.
Lots of residents apply for funding to cover the cost of their residency. We can provide a letter of support if that’s you.

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About You

Name

Artist Name

(if you have one)

Nationality

Date of Birth

YYYY

Email address

Social Media Links, Website, etc.

How do you want to communicate?

Do you have a disability?

If yes, it would help us to know if we can offer support or adjustments for you.

Dates and Prices

> The minimum period for a residency is 2 weeks, and the maximum 3 months. > We recommend that most residents stay for one or two months. > We also recommend that residents arrive as close to the start of a new month as possible to take advantage of our monthly happenings. > We are usually open all year except August (because it’s too hot) and December (because we need a break).

Date you want to start your residency

Date you want to finish your residency

In 2026, our prices are:

€1975 per month for a private room. €1475 per month for a shared room. If you are applying as a couple or with a friend and want to share a room, you’ll both need to pay the shared room rate. A deposit of €500 is required to confirm your place.

Do you want a private or shared room?

If you are a couple applying together, please tell us by email and we’ll put you in a private room that you’ll share with each other.

Private Room

Shared Room

Your Residency

Bio

Tell us a little about yourself. This can be as personal or professional as you like - you may include your artist bio. Where are you from? What are you into? Have you been on residencies before? Do you have a favorite artist / animal / color/ philosopher? How do your friends describe you? Proudest professional achievements? University experience?

Artist Statement

Please describe your reasons for applying for an Argo residency. Why would you like to work on in Athens? Have you been here before? What attracts you to Argo? How does this residency fit into your artistic journey?

Community Engagement

We are keen for residents to engage with the local community if desired. Does your project include a plan to engage with local people? If so, please describe how your project will do this. Would you like to offer a workshop or talk for local audiences? What skills can you share? Are you planning on participating in our Open Studios event?

Additional Support

Please describe any additional support you would like from us during your residency. Do you need specific materials? Connections with local artists or scholars? Will you want to use the woodshop?

Your Portfolio

Please provide up to 10 examples of recent work. These can be images, writing samples, or links to video work. Please attach images, text, audio samples, and/or video URLs to your email. Please be respectful of our storage space and time – images should be no larger than 2mb, writing samples no longer than (approximately) 5,000 words. For audio or video files: send us a working link. If the link is password protected, make sure to include the password for us. Please clearly label the files you send, naming them like this: “First name- Last name-number”. (As in: Yiorgos-Lanthimos-01) Then, please fill out the details below:

Living with Others

We want to make sure that every resident feels supported and safe during their residency, so it’s useful to know a little about your background and experience.

Have you ever lived with people other than your family?

If yes, can you describe a difficult situation you’ve experienced while living with other people, and how you dealt with it?

How would you describe yourself in one sentence?

Do you prefer to be social most of the time? Do you like to spend time alone? Or some mixture of the two?

There is no wrong answer here, we strive to provide a space where residents can maintain a solitary focus on their work whilst also engaging with a vibrant creative community.

Funding

Are you planning to apply for funding to support you for this residency?

If yes, can you name the organisations you are applying to? Do you need a letter of support from us?

If you don’t receive funding, will you be able to fund the residency yourself?

Information for us

This whole section is optional

How did you hear about Argo?

How would you describe your gender?

How would you describe your ethnic background?

Something else?

Is there anything else you’d like us to know about your application? Do you have any questions?

A self-directed residency provides time and space to develop your practice in a social, supportive, and stimulating environment.

They are open to artists, writers, performers, musicians, scholars, and any other creative discipline.

The City

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The Experience

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The Schedule

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The Cost

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