Castello Art Residency
Castello art Residency in Italy
Art residency located by Trassimeno Lake in Umbria Italy at Villa de Maria.
The Sisters Room Project operates a residency programme that runs from February to March each year.
the Villa de Maria Estate sits within more then 900 hundred hectares of woodland, rugged hills, olive groves, and vineyards.
Accomodation
Studios
The residency studio is a spacious, light-filled working environment defined by large stained-glass windows that shape the quality of natural light throughout the day. The space accommodates 4–5 artists, fostering both individual practice and a shared atmosphere of exchange and focused production.
The studio includes the following facilities:
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Large communal working tables
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Individual easels
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Paint storage stands and support units for materials
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Basic tools and equipment for painting and mixed-media practices
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Shared workspace suitable for both individual and collaborative work
The studio is designed to provide a functional and adaptable environment that supports a wide range of artistic practices throughout the residency period in Italy.
How to apply?
Access to fully equipped studios designed for artists, providing a professional environment for experimentation, creation, and growth
How to Apply? We welcome applications from emerging and established artists working in sculpture, installation, or interdisciplinary practices. Artists with an interest in exploring the relationship between art and nature, as well as those eager to push the boundaries of site-specific art, are particularly encouraged to apply.
What We Offer:
• Accommodation and workspace
• A stipend to support material costs
• Curatorial guidance and critique
• Access to the residence’s beautiful garden, a space designed to inspire
How to Apply: Please send your application to sisters.room.space@gmail.com
Your submission should include:
1. A brief artist statement (max 300 words)
2. A proposal for your project, explaining how it aligns with the theme Hidden Objects (max 500 words)
3. A portfolio (PDF not link) featuring up to 10 works
4. Your CV
Castello Art Residency 2025 participants and projects
In 2025, the first Castello Art Residency took place, which was dedicated to the theme of "Hidden"
