StARTing Point 2026 — Nine Fully Funded Residencies at Fayoum Art Center for Egyptian Artists (Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking, Under 35)
Sawiris Foundation for Social Development
Tunis Village, Fayoum, EgyptFree: the link to apply at the organiser and a reminder before the deadline.
Third edition of the StARTing Point residency programme of the Sawiris Foundation and Abla Art Foundation.
Benefits
Full coverage of accommodation and living expenses at Tunis Village, Fayoum; a fully equipped workspace; art supplies and materials; mentorship from Egyptian and international artists; workshops and community activities with children and marginalized groups. Organised with Abla Art Foundation.
Eligibility
Applicants must be Egyptian nationals not older than 35 years. Applicants first enter a group art exhibition; residencies are awarded in printmaking (3 × one month), painting (3 × two months) and sculpture (3 × three months). Up to two categories per applicant.
Free: the link to apply at the organiser and a reminder before the deadline.