Venezia Contemporanea
Skyline and La Storta
Partially Sponsored Focus residency
14-31 December 2025
Veneziacontemporanea with Skyline offering artists, writers and researchers across various disciplines residency with optional exhibition opportunities parallel to the Architecture Biennale.
The residency takes place in the heart of the picturesque historic Jewish Ghetto of Venice – the first Ghetto in Europe, established in 1516.
Skyline is a newly renovated, authentic Venetian spacious fully equipped three room apartment in one of Venice’s tallest buildings with a unique breathtaking view of the rooftop across the historic city. This serene and inspiring environment invites to discover and reflect on Venice’s multi-layered facet.
Artists in residence are free to shape their own experience while enjoying Venice’s vibrant art scene and building meaningful connections. We provide support to ensure the residency becomes a transformative opportunity – fostering artistic growth.
The residency is an opportunity to be immersed in the vibrant cultural tapestry of Venice. Visit the Art Galleries, Museums and Biennale, join one of the Venetian Artigiani courses such as Glass blowing, explore the lagoon and islands.
Optional studio and exhibition opportunity in our gallery. Conveniently located below the studio, facing the campo. The gallery is open to the public Sunday through Friday and is usually staffed during opening hours, meaning residents are welcome to work in the space and exhibit but not required to be on-site at all times.
We are open to projects across all themes and disciplines. Residents are free to pursue their own creative inquiries, while final selection is made by our committee to ensure that projects are a good fit for the residency’s context.
Residency location: google map
The bus station Piazzale Roma and train station Ferrovia Santa Lucia and supermarket are within walking distance. Vaporetto station is around the corner and the main bars and restaurants hub is just across the bridge.
Optional Focus Residency
We are offering special support for the Focus Residency for December 2025! Jewish heritage and Jewish/Israeli identity of all background
In a world of rapid change and unpredictable realities we encourage artists to explore themes of prejudice, racism, discrimination social justice, and identity through diverse interpretations.
Along with our running program, we support international artists, writers, designers and interdisciplinary collectives working collaboratively to explore lesser-known aspects of the Ghetto and uncover Venice’s Jewish heritage. We welcome artists whose work engages with the Ghetto’s rich cultural tapestry-a historic crossroads of traditions since the 15th century-and its evolving legacy.
Located in the heart of the world’s first Jewish Ghetto, we encourage the application of artists addressing a wide range of perspectives on Jewish identity, and the challenges that Jewish and Israeli artists, writers and researchers are facing today.
Craftsmanship Residency
We welcome artists practicing Arts and crafts and can recommend workshops for Venice Artisans such as glass blowing, ceramic, marbling, mask painting and design.
Fees and Support
Designed to make this unique opportunity accessible, artists are offered with a partial sponsorship.
- Two weeks: €3,800
– €1,900 covered by the artist
– €1,900 sponsored by Venezia Contemporanea
– €70 cleaning fee - All utilities, electricity, gas, fast internet, water, AC, bed sheets, towels, included in this fee.
- There is no application or registration fee.
- No additional fees for extra person
Application: Just send us an email to skyline@veneziacontemporanea.com with:
- A link to your work (website, portfolio, etc.)
- Your dream residency dates
- Why Venice gets you fired up for this particular residency!
Selected artists will be invited to a short video call so we can get to know you better.
